In this self-portrait class, you’ll embark on a creative journey to discover the art of capturing your own likeness, on paper or canvas. Through guided exercises, you’ll learn to observe yourself with fresh eyes, explore your unique features, and express your personality through line, shape, and shading. We’ll cover fundamental techniques, such as proportion, anatomy, and composition, while encouraging a bit of creative freedom to make each portrait uniquely yours. By the end of the class, you will not only have a completed self-portrait, but also a deeper understanding of yourself as both a subject and an artist. Get ready to turn your reflection into a masterpiece! Victoria Zurkan is the instructor. Cost is $100 for 4-hour workshop. Register under Workshops or by contacting the gallery. All registrants will receive a recommended supply list.

Ready to take your portrait skills to the next level? In “Portrait 2: Delving into Facial Features” we’ll explore the finer details of the face—eyes, nose, mouth, and ears—like never before. Building on the foundation from Portrait 1, this workshop focuses on breaking down each feature into simple shapes and understanding the play of light and shadow. You’ll start with a detailed, step-by-step demonstration and then move on to hands-on practice where you’ll get to sharpen your skills by working from a live model. Join us as we unlock the secrets to drawing lifelike facial features with confidence and clarity. Victoria Zurkan will instruct you. $100 for 4-hour workshop. Register under Workshops or by contacting the gallery. All registrants will receive a list of recommended supplies. Portrait 1 in April sold out.

This class is suited for the beginner to the advanced student. CT Rasmussen will instruct a hybrid approach to Art History & Drawing. students will learn about 25 Masters of the 20th Century, c. 1900-1950, where they will discover new methods in drawing. CT will encourage an open dialogue amongst the participants, and communication through drawing. Each class is self-contained. Each of the first 5 classes will cover 5 innovative artists of the 20th century and the 6th class will be the student artist’s choice. The first class will feature Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cezanne, Henri Rousseau, Pablo Picasso, and Joan Miro. $225 for the series of 6 classes or $45 per class. Register at Classes section or by contacting the gallery. Payment is taken at the gallery before the class. All students will receive a recommended supply list of drawing supplies.

Learn to paint a successful still life in oils—for beginner and intermediate painters! Saturday 9:30am-4:00pm. Lunch is on your own. This class sold out in the spring. Sandra is an experienced instructor and a popular artist. Cost is $150. Please register at Workshops or by contacting the gallery. A recommended supply list will be provided to all registrants. Canvases are available for purchase at the gallery.

Will Kefauver is our featured artist for October! Will is well-known for his oil paintings of waves, boats, and local scenes. He will be present for the First Friday Art Walk from 5-8pm on October 4th to greet visitors and to discuss his work. Please join us for wine, cheese, and other refreshments!

Six week Beginner/Intermediate Learn to Paint with Acrylics taught by Judith Greene-Janse starts 9/30-11/4, 5;30-8:30pm. Cost is $250. You may register at Classes or by contacting the gallery. Registrants will receive a recommended supply list.

Stephanie Berry will be our featured artist for the month of September! She is well-known for her paintings of old local barns and buildings and has also done some abstract pieces. She will be present for the First Friday Art Walk from 5-8pm on September 6 to greet visitors and to discuss her work. Please join us for wine, cheese, and other refreshments!

Open Air Barn

Student Artists will meet at the gallery by 3:45pm and head to the waterfront for a 3 hour workshop. Please pre-register in the Classes Section. All students who pre-register will receive a list of recommended supplies. Dennis is an experienced plain air artist who will offer instruction, guidance, and encouragement! Cost of the workshop is $85. The workshop will be canceled in the event of rain. This is the last workshop of the summer season.

We regret that we do not have coverage for today due to pre-existing family commitments. So sorry for the inconvenience. Please visit us another day!

Student artists will meet at the gallery by 3:45pm and head to the waterfront to paint for 3 hours with Dennis Poirier. Please see Classes Section to pre-register. All registered students will receive a list of recommended supplies. Dennis is an experienced and skilled plain air artist who will provide instruction, guidance, and encouragement! Cost for the workshop is $85. The event will be canceled in the event of rain, but he is offering another workshop on August 24th.

Kelly Ufkin will be present to greet visitors at the art walk and 12 of her unique and beautiful oil paintings of Maine and Europe will be on display for the entire month of August.

Third in a series of 5 classes

Third of a series of 4 classes

Third of a series of 4 classes

Second of a series of 4 classes

Second of a series of 4 classes

2nd of a series of 5 classes with Linda Sproehnle

Second of a series of 4 classes

Second of a series of 4 classes

Second of a series of 4 afternoon classes