First Friday Art Walk - Portland, Maine




		Browse through our comprehensive listings of venues participating in the First Friday Art Walk: Portland, Maine. Download a printable, pocket-sized brochure here. Registered users can add or update their listings here.		08-01-2008 THE DOORYARD 108 High Street various tba Graffiti and Urban Street Art 510 343 4701 Directions: High Street @ Spring St KEVIN TACKA'S GARDEN GALLERY 110 High Street "Critters" Paintings, Drawings, Watercolor 207 318 8050 Venue Description: A private garden on High Street showcasing original fine art. Hours: 5:00pm - 8:00pm Directions: High Street across from the Portland Museum of Art. Look for the OPEN sign on the wooden gate. THE MUSEUM OF AFRICAN CULTURE 13 Brown Street The Royal Insignia Masks, Costumes, Furniture, other Accoutrements Exhibition featuring regalia and accoutrements of the kings, queens, and high priests from Nigeria and Benin. Exhibition Opening and discussion with Museum Director: Friday, July 11. www.museumafricanculture.org 207 871 7188 Venue Description: Established in Portland in 1998, the Museum of African Culture is a non-profit museum recognized for its world-renowned collection of sub-Saharan art as well as unique educational programs and other community outreach events. Hours: Tuesday through Friday: 11-4 Saturday: 12-4 Directions: MofAC is located at 13 Brown Street, between Congress Street and Free Street, one block west of Monument Square. SYLVIA KANIA GALLERY 148 High Street Co-op of twelve local artists Sylvia Kania Gallery - Grand Opening Painting, Photography, Celtic Art, Pottery, Installation Art Meet the artists @ Sylvia Kania Gallery Cat McKenna, Jessica Lauren Lipton, Jonathan Dunitz, Lori Rae Curole, Kelly Donahue, Gregor Clary, Jen Joaquin, Linsday Torrey, Felicia Teach, Elizabeth Sherman, Vicky Lloyd & Susan Hazzard. We invite you to come enjoy, music, beverages, and art board at our unique atmosphere in the Art's District. 207 415 7143 Venue Description: Sylvia Kania Gallery is a funky artist-run cooperative focused on culture, outreach & conversation in an invitingly offbeat space. Make NO Mistake! This is not just another Portland Art Gallery! Hours: Regular Hours - Thursday - Sunday 11am - 7pm Additional evening hours coming Fall of 2008 The Gallery is open after July 19, 2008 - come on in and check us out as we are putting the finishing touches on our space. Directions: Located in the State Theater Building at 148 High Street directly across the street from The Eastland Park Hotel. Parking is available at coin meters (free after 6pm and on Sundays and Holidays) and at the Gateway Garage directly across the street for a charge. A FINE THING - EDWARD T. POLLACK FINE ARTS 25 Forest Avenue Shahn, Kokoschka, Schiele, Mucha, Hohlwein, Misti, & Others IMPACT! The Art of the Poster Posters The show will feature 19th & 20th Century posters from around the world. www.edpollackfinearts.com 207 699 2919 Venue Description: A new Gallery specializing in Fine Prints, Drawings, and Photographs, Sculptural Objects and Rare Books, located adjacent to Portland Stage on Forest Avenue. We have an inventory of over 1000 prints in all media, as well as books relating to the Arts. A list of artists can be found on our website at http://www.edpollackfinearts.com/ Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM or by appointment. MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM 489 Congress Street Art of the People: Folk Art In Maine "Art of the People" features a remarkable selection of Maine folk art - paintings, textiles, and other objects from the collections of Maine Historical Society reflecting the human experiences and artistic traditions of Maine people over the past three centuries. www.mainehistory.org 207 774 1822 Venue Description: Maine Historical Society Museum ~ The Museum features changing exhibitions and programs spanning more than five centuries of Maine life. Drawing from the extensive collections of the Maine Historical Society, original exhibitions feature art, artifacts and documents that vividly bring Maine history to life. Hours: Monday - Saturday: 10:00 - 5:00 Sundays May through October: Noon - 5:00 Directions: MHS Museum is in Portland’s Arts District, diagonally across from Monument Square. Exit I-295 at Exit 7, Franklin Street. Turn right at the top of the hill onto Congress Street. Proceed past Portland City Hall and the Portland Public Library. The Maine Historical Society is on the right, between Preble and Brown Streets. INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART AT MAINE COLLEGE OF ART 522 Congress Street Meggan Gould, Alex Kahn, Jason Lewis, Carlo Pittore, and YOUNG-HAE CHA Send: Conversations in Evolving Media Mixed media An exhibition that examines the nature of changing communication systems. From letterpress and the postal service to search engines and cell phones, the artists in SEND re-invent the uses of information technology to uncover how methods may alter the meaning of interpersonal correspondence. www.meca.edu 207 879 5742 Venue Description: The ICA at MECA features leading-edge exhibitions and public programs that showcase new perspectives and trends in contemporary art. Programming includes provocative talks by leading artists and critics, forums on current issues in art and design, and interactive workshops for young people. Hours: Wednesday - Sunday 11am-5pm Thursday 11am -7pm First Fridays 11am-8pm CYGNET GALLERY - PORTLAND 568 Congress All our permanent Artists New Works by our Cygneture Artists Acrylic, Oil and Watercolor News works from our permanent artists featuring Anne Ireland, Guy Corriero, Susan Inoue, Tim Gaydos, R. Scott Baltz, Diana Roper McDowell, Nadine Schoepfle, Ed Reims, Dennis Rafferty, Rusted Puffin Metalworks and introducing our newest artists Janet Ledoux and Jac Ouellette. www.cygnetgallerymaine.com 207 251 9925 Venue Description: Contemporary Fine Art Gallery featuring a rotating selection of original paintings, sculpture and fine art furniture. Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. First Fridays Noon - 8 p.m. Directions: Next block South of the Maine College of Art. Across the street from 555 Restaurant, then to the right six doors. GENO'S ROCK CLUB 625 Congress St. many many many fans Man-Witch Fan Art Show all First Friday Artwalk, opening of the Man-Witch Art Show, followed by a live performance by Man-Witch and guests Ashabti (brand new Portland metal, featuring members of Gift of Tongues, Kurixis, and H.O.S.T.). During the show, the creators of the most mind-blowing pieces of Man-Witch will receive special awards. www.myspace.com/genosrockclub 207 450 7992 Venue Description: Geno's is one of oldest running rock club venues in Portland, Maine. Since moving to our new location on Congress St. We have designated our entry atrium as our Gallery. We display rotating monthly shows with interesting and cutting edge art work from various local artists. Hours: 5pm-1am 7 days a week Directions: from 295 take the Congress St.(rt 22) exit (go east) and we are located on the left at 625 Congress St. MEG PERRY CENTER 644 Congress Street Matt McInnis Matt McInnis: Sudan, Uganda, Guatemala & Portland Photography An exhibit of black and white photographs taken in Southern Sudan with Aserela, Uganda, and Portland. The exhibit includes selections from newer projects: AIDS orphans in Southern Uganda and coffee farmers in Guatemala who are unable to become FairTrade certified. www.megperrycenter.com 207 772 0680 Venue Description: Community Space for Peace and Justice. Monthly art shows focusing on political and social themes. Hours: Tues-Sat 12-6pm BLUE 650A Congress Street Dennis Fournier New Work: Night Paintings Oil on Canvas http://www.portcityblue.com 207 774 4111 Venue Description: Blue is perhaps Portland's most intimate live venue and wine bar, featuring live music of various genres every Wednesday through Saturday evening. In addition to Blue's extensive wine list, they also offer fine microbrews, French press coffee, desserts and a light menu. Blue hosts a new art show each month beginning on the first Friday. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday open at 6:00 P.M. Open at 5:00 P.M. on the first Friday of every month. Directions: From the south: 95N (Maine Turnpike). Take exit 44 to 295N. Take exit 5 toward Congress Street and stay left at the fork in the off ramp. Turn right onto Congress Street. Stay on Congress Street toward downtown (less than 1 mile). From the North: 295S to exit 6A (Forest Ave). Turn right onto Congress Street (less than 1/2 mile) JUNE FITZPATRICK GALLERY 112 High Street Emily Nelligan & Marvin Bileck Cranberry Island drawings and prints For 60 years Cranberry Island off Mount Desert has been the subject of Emily Nelligan's charcoal drawings and Marvin Bileck's etchings, drypoints and engravings. This small exhibit includes four drawings and five prints. www.junefitzpatrickgallery.com 207 772 1961 MAINELY LABS STUDIO 142 High St. Suite 217 Jim Williams Lab Art Acrylic New works and ongoing exhibition of original paintings of images of labrador retrievers. Prints, greeting cards, and other gift ideas. www.mainelylabs.com 207 756 3264 Venue Description: New works and ongoing display of original paintings featuring images of Labrador Retrievers. Also prints and greeting cards. Hours: By appointment Directions: enter State Theater Building at 142 High Street Entrance. Take elevator or stairs to second floor. ART HOUSE GALLERY 142 High Street Suite #509 Work by Drew Wilen and Graham Wood 207 272 4800 Venue Description: Art studio and gallery for Drew Wilen and Graham Wood. PORTLAND PHOTO WORKS 142 High Street, 2nd floor Members Group Show Photography Work by Maine photographers. Wide selection of framed and unframed prints available at affordable prices. www.portlandphotoworks.com 207 228 5829 Venue Description: Gallery and studio featuring Maine photographers. Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 12-6. THE BROTHERS MEYER/ VARGA STUDIOS 142 High Street, Suite 309 The Brothers Meyer/ Varga Studios Recent Work oil on canvas, monotype, block print Recent work by Matthew Meyer, Nathaniel Meyer, and Adam Varga. www.brothersmeyer.com 207 671 6290 Venue Description: A studio gallery featuring the work of the Brothers Meyer and Adam Varga. Hours: First Friday, and by appointment Directions: Located in the State Theatre building, at the intersection of Congress and High Streets. EASTLAND PARK HOTEL 157 High Street James E. O'Reilly The Nature of Things Photography I am frequently awe-struck by the unending and unfathomable depth and richness of the things in this world. Be they natural or man-made, all things we have encountered have the potential to tell us about that which is beyond "things". www.eastlandparkhotel.com 207 775 5411 Venue Description: 157 Cafe and The Gallery at the Eastland Park Hotel feature works by Maine artists. Gallery is open for First Friday, other viewings are by appointment. Hours: 157 Cafe open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Gallery is open from 5 to 8 p.m. the First Friday of every month, and for special events. Directions: Eastland Park Hotel is located at 157 High Street, off of Congress. Parking is available (for a nominal fee) in the Gateway Garage. FOUR WALLS GALLERY 564 Congress Street Gallery Artists YEAR IN REVIEW-Featuring Book Signing by Jesse Burke! Painting, photography, printmaking, drawing, sculpture Book Signing by photographer Jesse Burke for his newly released book "Intertidal", available for sale. Also on exhibit: Jessica Brennan, Katie Commodore, Ron Edwards, Clint Fulkerson, Emily Jahn, Julie Kuceris, Jennifer Leaver, Matthew Mahler, Michael Medel, Brian Rochefort, Vanessa Ruiz and Leeanne Williams. www.fourwallsgallery.com 207 221 3426 Venue Description: Four Walls Gallery was created to showcase the contemporary works of emerging artists, including painters, photographers and sculptors. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-6pm or by appointment. HOLLY READY STUDIO/GALLERY 609 Congress Street Holly Ready Summer Work--new gallery opening! Oils and Gouache Recent work, summer landscapes and seascapes by painter Holly Ready (formerly located at 146 High Street). www.hollyready.com 207 632 1027 Venue Description: Art Gallery and Working Studio of artist/painter Holly Ready Hours: Open First Fridays, by chance and appointments most welcome. New store hours coming soon. Directions: First Gallery on right on Congress Street, going west, after State Theater (and intersection of High and Congress) AUCOCISCO GALLERY 613 Congress Street Barbara Andrus, Avy Claire, Nancy Manter Natural Routes In August, Barbara Andrus, Avy Claire and Nancy Manter will exhibit sculpture, installation, and photographs relating to the tree as muse in an exhibition titled "Natural Routes," in our large gallery. Also, Susan Shatter's exhibition of recent watercolors, "Over Seas" continues through August 2. www.aucocisco.com 207 775 2222 Venue Description: Contemporary fine art galleries located in the heart of Portland's arts district. Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday, Noon to 6pm and by appointment. Directions: Located in the State Theater Building on Congress Street. UNTITLED STUDIO 615 Congress Street, Suite 406/408 Mike Marks Structures Airbrushed Acrylic Enamel Urban landscapes involving manmade objects reflecting our environment www.bluefinboards.com 207 252 6728 Venue Description: Working studio for fabrication of metalsmithing, ceramics, paintings, and glass by artists Liz Sherman and Mike Marks. Hours: Open First Friday Art Walk. Working hours vary, appointments welcome. Directions: 1/2 block west from the Portland Museum of Art, above the State Theater building; entrance at 615 Congress Street, Fourth floor, suite 406/408 COFFEE BY DESIGN 620 Congress Street Lukaduke Planted Rootz Paintings www.coffeebydesign.com 207 772 5533 PORTLAND MUSEUM OF ART 7 Congress Square Yourspace Internship Student Artwork Six talented students from Portland, Deering and Casco Bay High School participated in a paid studio art and museum internship. See their finished products after an intensive art-making program. Participating students: Janet Mathieson, Holly Whitney, Lauren Lakin, Emily Cleary, Karamon Davis, and Dani Facciolli. www.portlandmuseum.org 207 775 6148 Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat, Sun; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. Memorial Day through Columbus Day, open Mondays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Directions: Located at the intersection of High, Free, and Congress Streets in downtown Portland. From 295, take exit 6A (Forest Ave So). Right before the first light, bear right onto Rt. 77 (State Street). Drive through the park and proceed to the light at the top of the hill. Turn left onto Congress Street, and proceed 2/10 mile to the Museum, on the left. THE DOGFISH BAR & GRILLE 128 Free Street Jo Goiran's "Elle's Glances" Touch Drawing Several years ago I took a class in a process called Touch Drawing. It is an intuitive, meditative form of art that allows me to channel an artistic energy. This process has opened up a new world for me. Now, in my fifties, I have found a form of artistic expression of which I did not think my self capable. thedogfishbarandgrille.com 207 772 5483 Venue Description: Great food, drink and service in a casual and unpretentious atmosphere. A great place to hear live music & see artwork by local artists. Local musicians play a mix of jazz, acoustic, folk, & blues. An intimate, informal restaurant with a great dinner menu and daily specials. Come in and check us out! Hours: Monday - Saturday 11:30am-12:30am Sunday 12pm-8pm Food served till 10pm Dinner Specials 5-9pm Reservations for parties of 6 or more Directions:* Located right next to the Portland Museum of Art. 128 Free Street 207-772-5483 FOTOSHOPS 517 Congress Street Burt Kenty Paintings by Burt Kenty Watercolors www.fotoshopscamera.com 207 773 6461 Venue Description: Located in the historic Mechanics Hall Building, fotoshops will feature local photographers and painters with works for sale, framed and unframed. Hours: 5:00pm-8:00pm for First Friday Art Walk Regular business hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:30pm Sat 11:00am-4:00pm Directions: Across from Maine College of Art at 517 Congress St Portland, Maine 04101 (207)773-6461 MAINE CHARITABLE MECHANIC ASSN. 519 Congress St. Christina Siravo Art of Christina Siravo watercolors whimsical illustrations and watercolors none 207 773 8396 Venue Description: 1856 vintage building, victorian library, museum items relating to the mechanic arts, portrait gallery dating from 1815 Hours: Tues, Weds, Thurs 10-3 and first Fridays 5-8 Directions: corner of Congress & Casco Sts. SARAJO 531 Congress Street group show From Tangier to Marrakesh: Moroccan Textiles textiles An exhibit featuring nomadic weaves and antique embroideries from Morocco. www.sarajo.com 207 761 2400 Venue Description: Antique textiles and Asian art gallery. Hours: 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday through Saturday and by appointment. Directions: Corner of Casco Street and Congress Street in the J.B. Brown Building. Across from MECA. SPACE GALLERY 538 Congress Street Patrick Corrigan with DOGHAUS, Crank Sturgeon, Bang-Bangs, and others Detached Sentiments Detached Sentiments, a show of new work by local illustrator and artist, Patrick Corrigan, with sound installations by Crank Sturgeon, photo stills and video by DOGHAUS, and mystery art by Maine writer, Chris Barry. A third, full-length album by Portland band Seekonk will also be released and available at SPACE during the show. www.space538.org 207 828 5600 Venue Description: Presenting contemporary, emerging and unconventional arts, artists, and ideas. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 12pm to 6pm Directions: Located on Congress St. between L.L. Bean and the Maine College of Art GLEASON FINE ART 545 Congress Street Peter Sculthorpe New Paintings oil and watercolor Nationally known, this is Peter's first Portland show and second Maine exhibit. This will be previewed in the August issue of American Art Collector Magazine. www.gleasonfineart.com 207 699 5599 Venue Description: After nearly 25 years of running a highly successful gallery in Boothbay Harbor, Gleason Fine Art has opened a second gallery in Portland. We offer exceptional 19th-21st century art and are the exclusive representative in Maine of artists Scott Kelley, Peter Sculthorpe, Ralf Feyl, Helen St. Clair, Genetta McLean, Andrea Peters, and Don Meserve. Hours: Wednesday - Friday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm; Saturday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm; anytime by appointment; open First Fridays until 8:00 pm Directions: 545 Congress Street across from the LL Bean Outlet. PACA 549 Congress Street Katherine Benedict Ab Imo Pectore - From the Bottom of the Heart Ink on Paper Ab Imo Pectore - From the Bottom of the Heart features new ink on paper works by artist Katherine Benedict. Intricate geometric images are paired with whimsical images. www.portlandarts.com 207 772 6828 Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm THE WHITE HEART 551 Congress Street Beth Kleene The Work of Beth Kleene www.thewhiteheart.com 207 828 1900 Venue Description: The White Heart is a locally owned and operated bar and cocktail lounge that offers unique dining and entertainment including live music, dancing and unparalleled service caters to champagne lovers and PBR drinkers alike. We are a 21+ cocktail lounge, offering a full liquor, beer and wine service in an upscale yet unpretentious atmosphere. Hours: WINTER HOURS: 5pm - 1am Seven Days a Week SUMMER HOURS: 4pm - 1am Seven Days a Week Directions: 551 Congress Street - across from L.L. Bean's HARMONS & BARTONS FLORAL GALLERY 584 Congress Street Elizabeth Fraser and Sawyer & Company/Harmon's & Barton's Florists Summer Entertaining: Floral Tablescapes in Flowers and Oils Oils on canvas and flowers in mixed media Local artist Elizabeth Fraser, nationally recognized for her Paint Squared work, joins the floral design team of Sawyer & Company / Harmon's & Barton's in the opening of their upstairs gallery this August! Elizabeth will feature her still life and florals in oils coordinating with the Summer Entertaining tablescapes created by the floral designers! www.harmonsbartons.com 207 775 2303 Venue Description: Inspired floral arrangements for over 100 years. Newly renovated space includes collections of specialty giftware, eco-friendly containers, yummy gourmet and artwork by talented local artists. Hours: M - F 8am - 5:30pm Sat 8am - 3pm Closed Sunday Open until 8pm every 1st Friday of the month Directions: Coming from the north or the south, Congress Street east exit off 295. Located next to Starbucks on Congress Street or Free Street. GUITAR GRAVE 441Congress Street Bill Dixon Paintings of Bill Dixon various mediums Bill Dixon recieved a full scholarship to the Columbus College of Art and Design while still in the eleventh grade, the only art student to ever do so. He is listed in Davenports Art Reference Guide and other references as William P. Dixon and Bill Dixon. He is also a published author and musician. www.guitargrave.com 207 775 4414 Venue Description: Guitar Grave is a full service guitar/music shop with an ecclectic mix of new and used items. We welcome special orders and consignments. notary public,pawnbroker:buy,sell,trade,rent;video games,jewelry,dvd's,clothing. Hours: Monday thru Saturday 10 - 6 pm, except First Friday Artwalks- 10am to 8pm Directions: 441 Congress Street Portland, Maine. Guitar Grave is located in the Metropolitan building on Congress Street - directly across from One City Center. ADDO NOVO 490 Congress Street Charles Eames The Gifted Eye of Charles Eames Photography The Charles Eames Centennial Portfolio is comprised of archival images, most of which have not been published. Addo Novo is one of only a few venues from all over the world selected by The Eames Office and Herman Miller to display the Charles Eames Centennial Portfolio. You can view all 100 works at Addo Novo from August 1 to August 26. www.addonovo.com 207 221 2780 Venue Description: A design studio and retail store featuring modern furniture and home furnishings. Featuring lines from Knoll, Artemide, GusModern, Pablo, Atlantico, and more. Hours:* M-Th 10-6 F-Sa 10-7 Su 12-5 Directions: Located on Congress Street between Brown and Center Streets, directly across from the Maine Historical Society. SUSAN MAASCH FINE ART 29 Forest Avenue Portland ME 04101 Robert Mangold,Sol LeWitt,Ken Morgan ,Al Held,Elizabeth Murray,& more Subtraction of the Distraction: Abstract Works on Paper . Also,Landlocked: The Contemporary Landscap printmaking, painting, digital process, Abstract Works on Paper incorporates a range of techniques by artists in prestigious exhibits, museums, and collections. The Contemporary Landscape promises to NOT just be “another Maine landscape show” but will provide fresh and fascinating work that surveys the subject of landscape from traditional to edgy. www.susanmaaschfineart.com 207 699 2966 Venue Description: A fine art gallery specializing in mid to late career regional and international artists - photography, prints, painting and sculpture. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11-6 Directions: From 295, take exit 6a. Follow Forest Avenue until nearing Congress Street intersection. The gallery is on the left - two doors down from Portland Stage Company. Parking garage is across the street - metered parking on Forest Avenue SANCTUARY TATTOO AND ART GALLERY 31 Forest Avenue Pamela Tachibana and Stephen Koharian AVALANCHE CONTROL! Mixed Stephen Koharian, will show a new collection of drawings and oil paintings. As he says, "Me make the absurdity of man and beast" Printmaker Pamela Tachibana will present, in her words; "A series of dark "family-life" portraits comprised of photographic images, digitally mulled with paperplate lithography." www.sanctuarytattoo.com 207 828 8866 Venue Description: The Sanctuary Tattoo Art Gallery was created as a venue to showcase the most interesting and challenging work available; both locally and nationally. Through out the year, we offer a wide variety of exhibits and artists whose work is not often found in traditional gallery settings. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday; 11am - 7pm (usually) Open every First Friday until 9pm. Directions: Sanctuary is located on Forest Ave., just a half block down from Congress Street, in the Portland Theater Company Building. (where ZOOTS used to be) THE MAINE POTTERS MARKET 376 Fore Street Barbara Walch Hand Built Pottery Stoneware Barbara uses the hand building technique of pinching, combined with slab and coil methods. She uses no molds or potters wheel, only a few small hand tools. She uses earthly colors and texture, and forms suggested by leaves, shells, seed pods and gourds, recreated not to represent specific objects, but to remind us of their essential nature. www.mainepottersmarket.com 207 774 1633 Venue Description: A cooperative gallery owned and operated by 15 potters with studios throughout the state of Maine. Hours: Open year round, 7 days a week. Friday and Saturday until 9pm. Directions: Located in the Mariners Church Building on the corner of Fore and Moulton. ROGUES GALLERY 41 Wharf St. Nicholas Haggard Born by the River Photography Nicholas Haggard california born photographer , residing and working in brooklyn. Currently exhibiting in italy and sweden and completing a book project with cederteg publishing. www.nicholashaggard.com www.roguesgallery.com 207 553 1999 Venue Description: Portland-based designer clothing brand's first retail flagship store. Hours: Winter Hours: Wed Thurs 12-7 Fri 12-9 Sat 11-9 Sun11 -5 Directions: Located 41 Wharf Street in the Old Port running between Fore and Commercial Streets. CORDUROY SURF BOUTIQUE AND GALLERY 59 Market Street Nick LaVecchia Nick LaVecchia Photography Nick LaVecchia's work has been published in many national and international publicatons including Outside Magazine, National Geographic Adventure, Surfer’s Journal, Water, and Drift UK. www.nicklavecchia.com 207 347 3545 Venue Description: Portland's only boutique and gallery centered around the surfing lifestyle. Full service surf shop meets surf and urban lifestyle apparel and accessories. Hours: Corduroy is open Monday through Thursday 11 to 7, and Friday and Saturday 11 to 8, Sunday 12 to 7. Art walk night will start at 5pm. Directions: Corduroy is between Sebago Brewing and the Big Easy on Market Street. DAUNIS FINE HANDMADE JEWELRY & ART 616 Congress Street, 3rd floor Melanie Haskell Ness Maine Water Colors Water Colors Still life with flowers, fruit, vegetables or trees by native Auburn, Maine artist Melanie Haskell Ness explore the subtle and competent use of this medium. Stong compositions with a strong use of color where needed. www.daunis.com 207 773 6011 Venue Description: Fine handmade jewelry in gold, sterling and platinum made here at our studio in Portland and worn around the world. We feature monthly exhibitions of wall art as well exibitions of handmade jewelry by guest jewelers. Hours: Monday -Friday 10-4:30 and some Saturdays (best to call). By appointment as well Directions: Located on the 3rd floor, 1/2 block from the Portland Museum of Art & between Mesa Verde & Maine Ballroom Dance Studio, across the street from Aucocisco Gallery, State Theatre and 9 Hands Gallery. ADDISON WOOLLEY GALLERY 87 Market Street Group Show, five artists. See below The Urban Eye Photographs From the urbane, to the beautiful, to the edge; photographs of cities around the world by five photographers - each with a unique vision. Rene Braun, Edwin Martin, Ruth Sylmor, Jan Pieter van Voorst van Beest, David Wade. www.addisonwoolley.com 207 775 0678 Venue Description: A gallery that features mostly photography and sometimes other arts as they may tie into a theme. Event series, "Thursdays at Addison Woolley" features spoken-word open mic nights, jazz and poetry jams, storytelling, opera recitals and open mic and more. Check website for listings and updates. Donations suggested. Hours: Tues. - Fri., 11:30 - 5 Saturday, 11:30 - 4 THE LANGUAGE EXCHANGE 80 Exchange Street - Suite 24-26 Kimberly Curry, Lizz Sinclair, Brian Barnett, Rusty Munroe A taste of art from here & away Painting, photography Starting a new tradition, every first Friday The Language Exchange will feature artists whose work has an international flavor and offer a special food or wine tasting sampled in the midst of conversations in exotic languages. www.immersionprograms.com 207 772 0405 Venue Description: The Language Exchange has offered language training to the local community, tailored to skill level and learning capabilities since 1992. In addition to dynamic and intensive small-sized weekly group classes, we offer private instruction, weekend workshops, ethnic social events and monthly cultural seminars for both beginners and advanced students. Hours: 1st Friday 5:00 - 8:00 pm T and Th 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and by appointment Directions: We are on upper Exchange St. between Federal & Middle St. in the Historic District. Going down the street, we are on the right in the last building before Tommy’s Park. Our space includes both traditional classrooms and a series of function rooms where artwork is featured. Bricks and solid colored walls are light by ground and ceiling spotlights. DANIEL KANY GALLERY 89 Exchange Street Paintings by Eric Hopkins; glass by Callan & Gray Eric Hopkins / Nancy Callan / Katherine Gray Eric Hopkins began as a glass artist and here presents 8 glass paintings - both designs for works in glass and using molten glass. Nancy Callan & Katherine Gray are master glass artists from Seattle whose work ranges from humorously contemporary to the most refined Italianate. www.kany.net 207 514 7475 Venue Description: Kany Gallery features contemporary glass, painting and sculpture by national and international artists. Artists include: Sonja Blomdahl, Nancy Callan, Ben Coombs, Gregory Grenon, Robert Kantor, Michael Kessler, Judith Kindler, Emily Leonard, Eric Nelsen, Trinh Nguyen, Stephen Powell, Janusz Pozniak, Nick Repenning, Randy Walker, Hiroshi Yamano Hours: Tues - Sat: 11 - 5pm Or by appointment Open for all First Fridays Directions: The gallery is located on upper Exchange between Middle & Congress Streets in the Old Port historic district. A parking garage is directly across the street from the gallery. DOMAINE GALLERY 223 Commercial Street Bridget Besaw Experience it. Protect it. Large-Scale Photographs Step into Domaine Gallery and into Bridget Besaw's work from the Thoreau-Wabanki trail. Besaw photographed the Maine route that Thoreau and his Native American guides traveled 150 years before. See her large-scale fine art photographs depicting the many ways people can and are enjoying the waterways and the value of connecting to nature. www.domainegallery.com 207 772 2270 Venue Description: Experience the region’s only fine-art photography gallery specializing in work that originates from Maine. Come and see how it, and our other home accents, can enhance your decor (and your memories). We also carry gifts and jewelry that originates in Maine Hours: Mon. and Tue. from 12:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m. Wed. thru Sun. from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m Directions: Commercial Street in the Old Port next to Asia West and Decorum. Lots of additional parking in lots across the street from the gallery. JAMESON ART GROUP 305 Commercial Street William Manning From Here to Eternitime: William Manning mixed: collage, pencil, acrylic, oil on panel and canvas One of two locations (UNE the other)that features this 50-year survey of this important Maine artist's work: highly colorful abstract expressionist painting based on his decades of time spent on Monhegan. www.jamesongallery.com 207 772 5522 Venue Description: Comprised of the Jameson Gallery and the Jameson Estate Collection, the Jameson Art Group features contemporary Maine art, mid-century modernist art, and 19th and 20th century American art. We also offer excellent framing services. Hours: Monday through Saturday 10 am to 6 pm, and by appointment. First Fridays until 8 pm. Directions: from North:I-295 to Exit 7,Franklin Street. Proceed to end,right onto Commercial.Located at intersection of Commercial and Center Streets,5-story brick building. from South: I-95 to Exit 44,onto I-295,Exit 4 (US1). Cross Memorial Bridge, right at end onto Commercial Street to intersection of Commercial and Center Streets. Free parking at rear. TREE SCHOOL 131 Spring Street local artists Say Our Peace multi As part of Tree School's grand opening in its new space, local artists will be exhibiting their unique perspectives of the concept of peace using a variety of mediums. www.mytreeschool.org 207 730 1230 Venue Description: Tree School is a unique educational setting which connects kids and families with our world by exploring music, movement, art, books, language, food, and nature. Our mission is to create a more peaceful planet through greater awareness and understanding, as well as a sense of compassion for all living things. Hours: Tree School's Barley Cafe will be open from 5 pm to 8 pm on the first Friday of every month to celebrate the First Friday Art Walk. Please visit Tree School's website, www.mytreeschool.org for additional hours. STUDIO BEREHAVEN 155 Brackett Street Studio 1 Rob Sullivan New Works from Casco Bay Oil paintings New paintings on display of Long Island, Maine and the Casco Bay environs. Other work is also available, as well as limited edition giclee prints. Reception from 5 to 8 PM. robsullivanartnotes.blogspot.com/ 207 712 3464 Venue Description: The studio of artist Rob Sullivan, featuring traditional oil paintings of Maine landscapes, figurative work, still lifes, and prints. The majority of the work displayed on First Fridays will be available for sale. Hours: First Fridays - 5:00-9:00 PM All other times by appointment only. Directions: From Congress St, turn onto State St (one way) at Longfellow Square. Make a quick right onto Pine St. Go 2 blocks to Brackett and make a left. 155 Brackett is on the left, across from the Reiche School (Fresh Approach Market occupies the 1st floor). Use the door from the parking lot side. Berehaven is Studio 1 on the second floor. FRASER ART STUDIO: EXPRESSIVE LANDSCAPE PAINTINGS BY ELIZABETH FRASER 81 Congress Street Elizabeth Fraser Daily Painting of Portland in Summer oils Drop by the studio to enjoy recent paintings of familiar Portland scenes--from the Farmer's Market to the Casco Bay Islands! Elizabeth has a wide selection of pieces from her daily painting series that make wonderful gifts & additions to any art collection. Check it out! And be sure to see her work at Harmon's & Barton's this month too! www.PaintSquared.com 207 650 3437 Venue Description: Visit Elizabeth's NEW Art Studio & see paintings from her daily paintings project called "Paint Squared: 8 Days a Week," as well as larger oil paintings & wood block prints. Hours: First Fridays 5-8pm & by appointment. Directions: Fraser Art Studio is located between the Blue Spoon & the Front Room at 81 Congress, right hand side. Enter through front door & then the door on the right. NORTH STAR MUSIC CAFé 225 Congress Street David A. Marshall Paintings by David A. Marshall Acrylic Paint Whether portraiture, still life, figure or landscape, David A. Marshall's works are all strong in composition, color, form, and perspective. Acrylic paint is his medium of choice. He describes his paintings as "Neon Classicism," sighting his observational approach to portraying classic themes while going over the edge with bright color. www.northstarmusiccafe.com 207 699 2994 Venue Description: We are community oriented cafe and acoustic music venue serving all-natural and organic soups, salads, and sandwiches, fair-trade and organic coffees, and local micro-brews. We are commited to supporting local farmers, businesses, and artists. Hours: Monday-Wednesday 7a-10pm Thursday-Saturday 7a-11pm Sunday 10a-5pm Directions: We are at the bottom of Munjoy Hill at the corner of Congress St. and Washington Ave. EMBER GROVE 247 Congress Street Over 20 Maine Artists 5th Annual Summer Show Jewelry & Access, Clothing, Lighting, Furnishings, Pottery Come celebrate Summer with us! Featuring handmade functional art for the body, home, & garden. By local Maine artists!! Specializing and lighting by Lisa Ferreira show runs thru oct.1st embergrove.com 207 761 0408 Venue Description: Functional Art Gallery!! Freeform Sculptural Illuminations by Lisa A. Ferreira Accepting Functional Art Portfolios! Hours: Wed 11-5pm Thurs & Sat 11-6pm ST. LAWRENCE ARTS CENTER 76 Congress St. Bobby Lipps Bobby Lipps - New Work Painted slate and plywood Bob's work features images of houses, trees and landscapes on materials recycled from The St. Lawrence. It is powerful outsider art. Private viewings also available. www.stlawrencearts.org 207 775 5568 Venue Description: The St. Lawrence Arts Center has a 3-part mission: Arts and Culture: creating an affordable and accessible venue for diverse offerings of performance arts - theater, dance, music, film, meetings and workshops; Neighborhood and Community and Historic Preservation. Hours: Variable Directions: Take Exit 7 off I-295 at the end of the ramp you will be on Franklin Arterial. Go straight through three traffic lights. Turn left at the forth light (Congress Street) The St. Lawrence Arts Center is 6/10 of a mile up Congress Street on your right. There is plenty of parking within a one block radius HILLTOP COFFEE SHOP 90 Congress Street Xander Amero Xander's Travels, Photographs by Xander Amero Photography Journey through the eyes of a 9 year old boy as he travels with family through Montana and Argentina. Also included are images from his backyard in Connecticut. Xander has a true appreciation for the natural beauty around him and a unique way of capturing this in his photographs. Come see and enjoy, Master Xander of the Light. 207 780 0025 Venue Description: great space. friendly atmosphere, monthly shows of local artists. Hours: Daily 6 am to 6 pm open first fridays till 7:30 pm Directions: Top of the Hill on Congress COFFEE BY DESIGN 67 India Street Jen Jacques: One Little Grrl Graphics The Spirit Within: A Creature Feature Mixed Media www.coffeebydesign.com 207 780 6767 MORE. 72 India Street Maria Alexandra Vettese & Christopher David Ryan His & Hers Photographs & Drawings Small studies -- she explores the "his" and he explores the "hers" -- Opening Reception (with music to accompany the art, drink & snack): Friday, August 1, 2008: 5-8pm. www.alittlemorelikethis.com 207 450 5064 Venue Description: Ours is a shared studio space housing Maria Alexandra Vettese (an artist working in letterpress printing and photography) and Christopher David Ryan (an artist working in graphic design, drawing and painting). Hours: Door open by chance or by appointment. Directions: On India Street right next door to Field. THE TIME GALLERY 62 Elm Street Pam Larsen and Donna Bryant In Living Color Photography Pending: First Friday Art Walk on August 1 from 5-8pm with photographers and Time Bank members, Pam Larsen and Donna Bryant. Fun and festivities for all. Location pending due to possible move of the TIME Gallery. Call for additional information at 874-9868. www.portlandtimebank.org 207 874 9868 Venue Description: The Portland Time Bank office and community center is pleased to offer members and other community partners a Gallery Space at our new location at 62 Elm Street, Portland. We are located on the first floor, are handicap accessible and provide a great space to show your work. Hours: The Portland Time Bank office is open Monday through Friday, with Gallery hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2-6pm, the First Friday off each month, and by appointment. Call 874-9868 for an appointment and more information. Directions: Bayside Area: The Time Gallery and Portland Time Bank, 62 Elm Street, is located behind the Former Portland Public Market Parking Garage, which is on the corner of Cumberland Ave. & Elm Street. Take left after Garage, and take immediate left into Parking Lot at 62 Elm Street. THE DOGFISH CAFE 953 Congress Street ANASTASIA S. WEIGLE "In a Bind" Described as odd and enchanting, incorporates historical materials and found objects into assemblages, collages and altered books. What makes Weigle’ s work unique is that each person takes away a different story. www.thedogfishcompany.com 207 253 5400 THE GALLERY AT DIAMOND COVE Great Diamond Cove Paul Brahms, Craig Olsen, Patrick Shoemaker, Jeanne Wells Contemporary Views of the American Landscape Painting, Photo, Sculpture Featuring paintings and photographs from several of the northeast's most talented and promising artists, including two of Portland's own. The artists shed light on a refreshing and optimistic view of the environment in which we live. Situated on a historic military base, the gallery and its artists exemplify an altogether American character. 908 240 9069 Venue Description: "Contemporary Views of the American Landscape" features approximately twenty paintings and photographs from several of the northeast’s most talented and promising artists, including two of greater Portland’s own. The artists shed light on a refreshing and optimistic view of the environment in which we live. Directions: The gallery is located on Great Diamond Island, at Great Diamond Cove, next to the “Diamond’s Edge” Restaurant. Ferries to the island are available through Casco Bay Lines, located at 56 Commercial Street, Portland, Maine. The Ferry drops passengers off directly in front of the gallery.