New Post, August 25
ARTIST OPPS-Events and opportunities not to miss.
: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Five-Rivers-Arts-Alliance/370078708588
Image: Deborah Rubin watercolor, on view at Bayview Gallery, Brunswick.
Post, July 22
ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES: Book Arts Course, free Performing Arts Conference, POPTECH is hiring, Beech Wood available to artists
ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES
Image: Five Rivers info and craft booth at Bath Heritage Days.
In preparation of land at Noble and Maine Sts, JHR Development is in the process of salvaging materials in buildings and lumber from a beech tree. Well Tree took down an old Beech Tree JHR would like to make the wood available to local artists and woodworkers. JHR can arrange to have pieces (which can be quite large) cut to size. A portion of the tree is also going to be milled and hopefully brought back into the Inn in some shape or form. Large granite pieces that are present in two foundations will also be available. JHR is offering these materials to the FRAA member and others on a first come first served basis. If there is anyone who can take the bulk of the material in exchange for some pieces of exterior furniture (benches) fabricated with the material that would be ideal. We would like to honor "Bibber's Beech" by donating some benches back to the Town to be used in public spaces. We are anticipating that there is enough value in the granite to make this offer worthwhile. Contact: Michael D. Lyne, JHR Development of Maine, LLC, (207) 729-0166 (office), (207) 522-3055 (cell), mdlyne@gmail.com.
Image: Pecha Kucha night. Photo credit: Keith Spiro.
Hallowell for the 2011 exhibition season. The Harlow Gallery has been owned and operated by the Kennebec Valley Art Association, a nonprofit membership based organization that has been supporting the arts and artists of central Maine for half a century now. An exhibition committee will meet in October to determine the Harlow’s exhibition schedule for the calendar year 2011. Proposed exhibitions may be solo, group or themed-open, invitational or juried. Details: For proposal forms and further details, please visit www.harlowgallery.org, email kvaa@harlowgallery.org, or call 207 622-3813.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
. “We are looking for brilliant, energetic, fun
people who are passionate about science, technology, and social innovation.” For more info: http://poptech.org/jobs?utm_source=PopTech+Website+subscribers&utm_campaign=75c7462a5b-PopTechHiring&utm_medium=email
Brahms Mount of Hallowell, Maine is looking for handweavers to work with on an on call basis. We'd prefer they have at least a 10 harness loom and warping equipment. As well, there could potentially be a need to work on site at Brahms Mount at times. Someone who lives in the Kennebec region would be helpful, but not a limiting factor. Please contact Claudia Brahms at claudia@brahmsmount.com
Image: Weaver at Family Arts Festival.
Harbor Works is a non-profit, seasonal gallery specializing in documentary photography. Located in the north wing of the Civil War-era Holbrook-Trufant House overlooking Holbrook’s Wharf, the Gallery is dedicated to telling contemporary stories about life and work in resource-based communities that are struggling tosurvive. Please Inquire: ATTN: Guy Saldanha | Email: images@harborworksgalley.org | (207) 729-9525. Harbor Works Gallery | 977C Cundy’s Harbor Road | Harpswell, Maine 04079 www.harborworksgallery.org
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Post, July 2
ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES: Pecha Kucha, Art sought for Town Chambers, Merrymeeting Arts Center exhibit, Spindleworks seeks Artists Mentor, workshops and more!
ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES
The Town of Brunswick seeks visual art for display in its Town Council Chambers at Maine Street Station. Selected artwork will be hung on a wall of the chambers and will be on display for all public meetings held in the chambers, and will be viewed on public access television as part of Town Council Meetings. Since November 2009, the town has displayed selected artwork for a period of 90 days. The next submission deadline is July 15, 2010. (Submissions will be considered for two 3-month exhibits, submissions already sent will be considered for a group show of local Brunswick scenes and landmarks.)
To submit work for consideration: Please email submissions by July 15 to 5riversartsalliance@gmail.com:
- A brief statement, (one paragraph bio, citing your background as an artist and your connection to the Town of Brunswick)
- Three to five images (in a jpg or tif format, low resolution, no more than 2 MB per image)
- Work will be reviewed by a representative of Five Rivers Arts Alliance and a representative of the Town Council. All submissions will receive a response.
- Details:
- The wall space to be used is at least 10 to 12 linear feet. Exhibits may include work be two or more artists.
- The work can be any two dimensional media.
- Subject matter must respect the fact that this is a public meeting space.
- One councilor, or manager’s designee, will join Five Rivers in reviewing and approving submissions.
For more information, please contact Harriet Mosher at info@fiveriversartsalliance, 798-6964.
will be Monday, August 16, 6pm at Frontier Café, Cinema + Gallery, 14 Maine St, Brunswick. This is your chance! Present your artistic vision, body of work, creative process, organization & mission, or business idea in 20 slides (20 second/slide format). PRESENTERS FROM ACROSS MAINE AND BEYOND ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT. The submission process is simple. For more information about Pecha Kucha tips, a go to: www.pechakuchaportland.org/. Individuals interested in presenting should submit the following info by July 28 by email to: 5riversartsalliance@gmail.com. (Please note that this email is for artwork submissions and correspondence about this call for art and is not the primary email for correspondence with Five Rivers Arts Alliance.) Include: Name, Phone Number, Email Address, Web Address (if relevant); Mailing Address; 2-5 images of artwork; Information about you and what you would like to present: (2 paragraphs). Or contact: Five Rivers at 798-6964, www.fiveriversartsalliance.org.
, Bowdoinham. This art show will have a formal opening August 14th, running through Sept 18. “Ducks on the Bay” will open on the day of the Ducks Unlimited celebration at the waterfront in Bowdoinham. The Bowdoinham Historical Society is lending the center its collection of decoys and duckhunting photographs for the show. Two and three-dimensional works featuring ducks and duckhunting will be welcome in all media (pastel, watercolor, oil, collage, clay, textile, wood, metal, plastic, mixed media). All work for the show must be exhibit-ready when delivered. Space is limited and works will be included until gallery capacity is reached. Applications for inclusion in the show may be gotten at the arts center (Sats. 10-1, Suns. 3:30-6:30) or by contacting Peggy Muir (666-3426 or pegbryce@suscom-maine.net ) Applications should be submitted before Friday, July 30. Contact: 666-3426.
. Come to Friendship for plein air painting and wet paint auction. Meet at Hahn Center, Rt 220, Friendship at 7am; return paintings at 3pm for auction at 4pm. All ages, all media are welcome. Proceeds for art scholarships for local students. Artists can retain up to half the proceeds. Free; No registration fee. Contact: Kat Logan, 226-7446, kat@mainecoastartist.com
artists, entrepreneurs and residents: Small business owners, workers, artists and members of the general public are invited to take a few minutes to assist the State in exploring how residents, workers and businesses view the region as a place to work, live and do business and to say what changes they would like to see. The results of the survey will be used to help develop an outreach communications program with a strong 'brand' for the region as well as a high-quality web site. This will then help attract, retain, and expand businesses and jobs for 33 towns in Sagadahoc and Lincoln counties, plus the towns of Brunswick and Harpswell. The survey can be accessed anonymously at www.surveymonkey.com/s/publicresearch. PLEASE PARTICIPATE!
WORKSHOPS
. If you are thinking of starting a business, this 3-session training will answer questions, discuss pros and cons of being an entrepreneur, and help you take the first steps. The class covers the basics of a business plan, marketing, cash planning and is suitable for those thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a new business. Weds, 9:30-12:30. University College at Bath Brunswick. http://womenworkandcommunity.org/?page_id=16&rec=1211
. If you are a painter who wants to explore your voice, or a singer who wants to explore painting, join us at this unique summer workshop retreat. Imagine a luxurious week of art, music, boating, great food and tranquility on a private wooded island in picturesque Casco Bay. This Maine Island experience is guided by artists Kate Buehner (painting) and Lynette Breton (music). (MECA CEUs available) Emerging and experienced artists of all levels. $1085 includes lodging, meals and boat transport. Contact: marie@mariedesigns.com, 207-749-8155
ADDITIONAL ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES, including Percent for Art, etc.: http://mainearts.maine.gov/opportunities.aspx
Post, June 16
2 Important Local Initiatives, Pecha Kucha Brunswick submissions, workshops and more!
Please participate in 2 important local initiatives: On-Line Survey Targets Southern Midcoast Businesses Owners, Employees and Residents AND Brunswick Downtown workshops!
The Town of Brunswick, the Brunswick Downtown Master Plan Committee and the Maine Dept. of Transportation need your help in creating a vibrant future for Downtown Brunswick! Some questions to be explored are: How can the Downtown best serve the broader Brunswick community? How can we make Downtown easier to navigate on foot, on bike and in a car? What needs to be improved in the Downtown area? Can we experiment with new ideas? How do we get train users patronizing Downtown businesses? Wed: Downtown Area (Fort Andross to Pleasant Street) On-Site Placemaking Workshop, June 16, 5:30pm to 8:30pm, Brunswick Parks & Rec Gym, 30 Federal St. Thurs: Downtown Area (Pleasant Street to First Parish Church) On-Site Placemaking Workshop. June 17, 5:30pm to 8:30pm, First Parish Church’s Vestry, Intersection of Maine St and Bath Rd. For more information, call the Brunswick Planning Office at 725-6660.
artists, entrepreneurs and residents: Small business owners, workers, artists and members of the general public are invited to take a few minutes to assist the State in exploring how residents, workers and businesses view the region as a place to work, live and do business and to say what changes they would like to see. The results of the survey will be used to help develop an outreach communications program with a strong 'brand' for the region as well as a high-quality web site. This will then help attract, retain, and expand businesses and jobs for 33 towns in Sagadahoc and Lincoln counties, plus the towns of Brunswick and Harpswell. The survey can be accessed anonymously at www.surveymonkey.com/s/publicresearch. PLEASE PARTICIPATE!
BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Robert Long, Editor, The Times Record is our presenter. He'll guide you through the process of writing a press release. You'll also learn the difference between advertising and news, the difference between community news and mass media and receive a quick overview of basic journalistic principles. Mid-day Chambers Meeting. Spectrum Generations, 12 Main St., Topsham. Contact: 725-8797, x 2, carolynf@midcoastmaine.com
offered by Maine Center for Enterprise Development, Abromsom Center, USM. 12:30-2:30pm. Fee: $10. Register: workshops@mced.biz http://www.mced.biz/
Image: Nathan Broaddus presenting at Pecha Kucha
president of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, will visit Maine on July 1 as part of his “Arts in Crisis: A Kennedy Center Initiative,” that will eventually take him to all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. Kaiser will be at the Portland Museum of Art between 9:15 and 11:30 am on July 1 (LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE) for this invaluable symposium where he will provide counsel and encouragement to nonprofit arts organizations in need. During this free symposium Kaiser will address the key challenges facing nonprofit arts organizations through such areas as fundraising, building more effective boards of trustees, budgeting and marketing. Tickets for this event are free and can be reserved online at http://artcrisis.eventbrite.com. Seating is limited though so reserve your seats early to avoid disappointment. Thanks to the kindness of the staff and leadership of the Portland Museum of Art, all those attending the event will also receive free admission to the Museum for the day. Contact: http://mainearts.maine.gov/kaiser.aspx, 207/287-6746, darrell.bulmer@maine.gov.
If you are thinking of starting a business, this 3-session training will answer questions, discuss pros and cons of being an entrepreneur, and help you take the first steps. The class covers the basics of a business plan, marketing, cash planning and is suitable for those thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a new business. Weds, 9:30-12:30. University College at Bath Brunswick. http://womenworkandcommunity.org/?page_id=16&rec=1211
ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES
Are you in Brunswick/the Brunswick area for the summer? Zoe Eddy is currently putting together a Shakespeare variety show that captures a wide range of plays and performance styles (from classic performance to bayou southern to post-apocalyptic). In short, it's going to be fun. Curious? Contact Zoe ASAP at zoeaeddy@gmail.com
Artists working in all media are invited to exhibit in "No-Bounds Bowls" at the Pearson Legacy Gallery in Deer Isle for the month of July. The show coincides with another exhibit at the same time, "From a Single Thread....," which is a fiber show but, of course, bowls can be made of fiber. Each artist may submit 5 pieces. The show opens with a reception on July 1st and runs through July 25th. For complete details, please contact Carolyn A. Hecker at (207) 348-2535 or pearsonlegacy@gmail.com
Image: 3rd Friday ArtWalk at Markings Gallery in Bath
June 26th, 10 am to 2 pm, at 15 Warren Street, Wiscasset. There are still a few spaces left for artists and craftsmen at this fun event - which is right around the corner from the Strawberry Festival at St. Philip’s Church on Hodge Street. Last year was extremely busy! $35 entry, No commission on sales, see the details at www.maineartgallery.org or phone 882-7511
seeks work showing strong conceptual grounding for the 2011/2012 exhibition season. This national/international call-for-entries is open to all established or emerging artists, curators and cultural producers who are 21 years old or older. Proposals must show promise and strong conceptual grounding. Contact: http://spacesgallery.org/main/call/
will be Monday, August 16, 6pm at Frontier Café, Cinema + Gallery, 14 Maine St, Brunswick. This is your chance! Present your artistic vision, body of work, creative process, organization & mission, or business idea in 20 slides (20 second/slide format). Presenters from across Maine and beyond are invited to submit proposals. The submission process is simple. For more information about Pecha Kucha tips, a go to: www.pechakuchaportland.org/. Or contact: Five Rivers at 798-6964, www.fiveriversartsalliance.org
Individuals interested in presenting should submit the following info by July 28 by email to: 5riversartsalliance@gmail.com. (Please note that this email is for artwork submissions and correspondence about this call for art and is not the primary email for correspondence with Five Rivers Arts Alliance.)
Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Web Address:
Mailing Address:
2-5 images of artwork
Information about you and what you would like to present: (2 paragraphs)
Image: Michele Stapleton presenting at Pecha Kucha
. New restaurant opening on Maine Street in Brunswick is seeking two-dimensional art for display or consignment. They are interested in photographs, drawings or paintings that capture an Irish feel or create a similar atmosphere. Old home or old Maine themes could work as well. Contact Joshua Hambrick at josh.hambrick@yahoo.com or 207-624-2767 to make an appointment.
, including Percent for Art, etc.: http://mainearts.maine.gov/opportunities.aspx
ARTIST WORKSHOPS
. If you are a painter who wants to explore your voice, or a singer who wants to explore painting, join us at this unique summer workshop retreat. Imagine a luxurious week of art, music, boating, great food and tranquility on a private wooded island in picturesque Casco Bay. This Maine Island experience is guided by artists Kate Buehner (painting) and Lynette Breton (music). (MECA CEUs available) Emerging and experienced artists of all levels. $1085 includes lodging, meals and boat transport. Contact: marie@mariedesigns.com, 207-749-8155
Join Evelyn Dunphy for a unique painting experience at Frederic Church's camp on Millinocket Lake. It's like stepping back into another era with cozy, rustic camps, and stunning views of Katahdin. There is one space left in the August 12-15 plein air workshop and two openings in the September 2-5 session. Please email artist @evelyndunphy.com or phone 207-443-5045 for more information.
Post, June 10
BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
, offered by Maine Center for Enterprise Development, Abromsom Center, USM. 12:30-2:30. Fee: $10. Register: workshops@mced.biz. http://www.mced.biz/
, offered by Maine Center for Enterprise Development, Abromsom Center, USM. 12:30-2:30. Fee: $10. Register: workshops@mced.biz http://www.mced.biz/
. If you are thinking of starting a business, this 3-session training will answer questions, discuss pros and cons of being an entrepreneur, and help you take the first steps. The class covers the basics of a business plan, marketing, cash planning and is suitable for those thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a new business. Weds, 9:30-12:30. University College at Bath Brunswick. http://womenworkandcommunity.org/?page_id=16&rec=1211
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Image: Kim Christenson and Allison Baird at Family Arts Festival, Fall 2009.
ARTIST'S OPPORTUNITIES
. Are you in Brunswick/the Brunswick area for the summer? Zoe Eddy is currently considering trying to put together a condensed production of “A Midsummer’s Night Dream” to be performed sometime in the late (not Mid) summer. These are the bullet points of this production:
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- It will hopefully be performed OUTSIDE maybe on the Brunswick green, maybe somewhere on the Bowdoin campus
? - The show will be free. However, I’m looking to devise a fun audience-interactive way to collect donations. All donations will go to the Art Van program-- a mobile expressive arts therapy program. Moreover, kids from the art van will be making costume pieces!
? - Rehearsals will be in the evening, depending on member availability.
? - There are a lot of opportunities here-- not just acting! I’m looking to make this a festive and vibrant production--I’m looking for dancers, singers, instrumentalists, acrobats or jugglers, improv people to interact with the audience-- really, if you think you can fit a talent within the theme, let me know! Moreover, if you are interested in potentially directing a scene, also let me know!
? - This is going to be very team oriented, assuming it comes together.
? - Depending on interest, I may or may not hold auditions. Right now, I’m just trying to gauge enthusiasm. Please send an email to zoeaeddy@gmail.com if you are interested.
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, June 26th, 10 am to 2 pm, at 15 Warren Street, Wiscasset. There are still a few spaces left for artist's and craftsmen at this fun event - which is right around the corner from the Strawberry Festival at St. Philip’s Church on Hodge Street. Last year was extremely busy! $35 entry, No commission on sales, see the details at www.maineartgallery.org or phone 882-7511
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Image: Artlovers at the Bath ArtWalk & Drive
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, opening JUNE 18th 5-7) Any riverarts member can bring in their best work – no theme - no entry fee – no juror. Drop off June 11 & 12, 10am-4 pm, Coffin House, Main St, Damariscotta. Contact: http://riverarts.edublogs.org/juried-exhibit/
The Portland Museum of Art is now accepting submissions of new work by living artists connected to the state of Maine for the 2011 Portland Museum of Art Biennial exhibition. The online submission form is available on the Museum’s website at www.portlandmuseum.org/biennial. Submissions must be made online, and the deadline is June 14, 2010. Contact: Sage Lewis, slewis@portlandmuseum.org, www/portlandmuseum.org/biennial
- Upcoming Fellowship. VSC awards a number of Fellowships for 4-week residencies throughout the year. Open to all artists and writers. In addition to VSC Fellowships, a variety of special fellowships are also available for full or partial funding. Please visit our website for more information and to download an application: http://www.vermontstudiocenter.org/fellowships/
ARTIST WORKSHOPS
“Harold Garde, Working Artist,” by Dale Schierholt at 3pm, Riverarts, Main St, Damariscotta. Garde’s work can be colorful, stunning, ageless and sometimes difficult and confrontational. Although he learned sophisticated techniques, he strives for the simplest, most direct approach to painting, having no preconceived plan when beginning a painting, and choosing acrylics because of easy application when painting on paper or canvas. There will be a wine and cheese reception to meet the artist, Harold Garde and film maker, Dale Schierholt after the talk. Suggested donation to benefit River Arts $10. www.riverartsme.org, 563-1507
. Join Evelyn Dunphy for a unique painting experience at Frederic Church's camp on Millinocket Lake. It's like stepping back into another era with cozy, rustic camps, and stunning views of Katahdin. There is one space left in the August 12-15 plein air workshop and two openings in the September 2-5 session. Please email artist @evelyndunphy.com or phone 207-443-5045 for more information.
Image: Furniture Maker Lynette Breton shows her work during Pecha Kucha. Photo by Keith Spiro.
Post, May 28
: Would you like 50 people to see your work each day? Artwork sought for professional offices of Brunswick Eye Care Associates at Parkview Professional Building, 331 Maine St, Suite 1, Brunswick. Seeking two-dimensional work that is reasonably priced for this family friendly office. Room for five large pieces. We are interested primarily in 2-D realistic work; will consider fiber, photographs, paintings, etc. Please send brief bio or artist statement and 2 jpgs of work (with dimensions noted) by email to Ross H. Cunningham, Practice Manager at rossc@suscom-maine.net.
The Kennebec Art Club seeks artists to apply for space in Art in the Park, Sat- Sun, July 3 & 4, 2010. Artists in all media may obtain an application at www.visitbath.com by linking to Heritage Days then Art in the Park; or at Just Framing at 149 Front Street, Bath, 443-3076. Applications will be accepted until June 1, 2010. Art in the Park is an annual feature of Heritage Days in Bath. Fees for the two days are $75 for one artist and $100 for two artists sharing a space. For more information, please contact Tory Jackson: tory@suscom-maine.net, 207-443-8916.
. Seeking artists & craftsmen, of diverse mediums, for this opportunity to display and sell their work. The event will take place from 9-4 on July 31st at the Sheepscot Valley F&G Lodge, which is located on the Route 3 corridor half way between Augusta and Belfast. Space is limited and preference will be given to the first individual from each discipline that it not already represented. 441-8244, jmcolemanphotos@live.com
, opening JUNE 18th 5-7) Any riverarts member can bring in their best work – no theme - no entry fee – no juror. Drop off June 11 & 12, 10am-4 pm, Coffin House, Main St, Damariscotta. Contact: http://riverarts.edublogs.org/juried-exhibit/
The Portland Museum of Art is now accepting submissions of new work by living artists connected to the state of Maine for the 2011 Portland Museum of Art Biennial exhibition. The online submission form is available on the Museum’s website at www.portlandmuseum.org/biennial. Submissions must be made online, and the deadline is June 14, 2010. Contact: Sage Lewis, slewis@portlandmuseum.org, www/portlandmuseum.org/biennial
Image: Student potters demonstrate at Family Arts Festival.
is seeking donations to it's 10th Annual Silent Auction, to be held at Pickard Theatre during the third show of the upcoming summer season "Chicago". Auction proceeds support the intern program for young people to work in live theatre and in many cases earn points toward their professional union membership in Actors Equity. MSMT seeks outright donations of artwork in many different media and also has a Gallery Program where proceeds are split with the artists. Over $2500 was returned to local artists from the Gallery Program in 2009. Some donations qualify for free tickets to "Chicago" which runs July 21 through August 7. Deadline for donations is June 15. Contact John Webster, Auction Chair at 833-5430 or jrwebster@suscom-maine.net for further information.
- Upcoming Fellowship. VSC awards a number of Fellowships for 4-week residencies throughout the year. Open to all artists and writers. In addition to VSC Fellowships, a variety of special fellowships are also available for full or partial funding. Please visit our website for more information and to download an application: http://www.vermontstudiocenter.org/fellowships/
. Over the coming months, HFH/7RM volunteers and staff will be busy planning an imaginative fundraiser which will culminate in the live auction of birdhouses created by local artists, craftspeople, carpenters, summer camps, and amateur tinkerers. Entries should conform to one of two different design categories (ornamental, or “best for the birds”). The birdhouses may exhibit creative design and decoration, (or Ornamental) though simple design and styling is “best of the birds”. We need your help to ensure this new fundraiser is a great success! Our goal is to auction off 31 birdhouses, representing the 31 towns in our service area! Contact: James at 386-5081 or james@habitat7rivers.org or Carol.Minnehanlee@nemoves.com.
to sell in their Brunswick retail shop; particularly high-end pottery, jewelry, fiber work, handbags etc. If you are interested, please send Brandi Sladek (sladek@vsartsmaine.org) photos of your work, along with a description of the medium, the size, and the price. Contact: (207) 607-4016.
: Martha Hilbert writes: “Received this email today offering sale of paper making equipment. Thought some Five River artists might be interested. As a mask maker in Bath, I'd like very much to be part of a paper making coop facility here in Maine. Details: Sold as a package and available for viewing in Tempe, Arizona. Asking price is $13,500.00 and terms are negotiable Contact: 480.703.7030, http://www.paperarts.com/papermill/”- martha hulbert tidemeadows@suscom-maine.net
, and film, “Harold Garde, Working Artist,” by Dale Schierholt at 3pm, Riverarts, Main St, Damariscotta. Garde’s work can be colorful, stunning, ageless and sometimes difficult and confrontational. Although he learned sophisticated techniques, he strives for the simplest, most direct approach to painting, having no preconceived plan when beginning a painting, and choosing acrylics because of easy application when painting on paper or canvas. There will be a wine and cheese reception to meet the artist, Harold Garde and film maker, Dale Schierholt after the talk. Suggested donation to benefit River Arts $10. www.riverartsme.org, 563-1507
Plein Air Art Classes begin June 1st at the Maine Art Gallery, 15 Warren Street, Wiscasset. As an art educator, Rebecca spent 29 years enthusiastically sharing art with youth in public school. In 2009 she was the recipient of four awards including the Rottler Award at the York (PA) Art Association. Her work can be seen at the Hanover Art Gallery, Hanover PA, the “New York” Art Gallery York, PA, and at the Maine Art Gallery, Wiscasset, Maine. Tuesday mornings in June, beginning at 9am; critique held at 11:30. Contact: 882-7511.
at Milford House Wilderness Retreat, one of Nova Scotia’s most historic lakeside retreats. $560.00 plus tax, all-inclusive. Details: www.evelyndunphy.com
with Evelyn Dunphy, first Resident Artist in the history of Baxter State Park. Plein air painting workshops at “Rhodora,” Frederic Church’s camp on Millinocket Lake. Stunning views of Katahdin, comfortable rustic camps, small groups with lots of individual attention. An unforgettable experience in a historic setting. Also Sept 2-5, and Sept 30-Oct 3. Contact Evelyn Dunphy, 207-443-5045, artist@evelyndunphy. Website: www.evelyndunphy.com
Come when you can $12 a session or $60.00 for six weeks Feb 17-March 31 at Greenhut Studio Ft. Andross, 14 Maine St, Brunswick. 2nd floor above the flea market. Contact: 725 8253
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS WORKSHOPS & MEETINGS:
Deadline for submissions: July 28, 5pm.
PECHA KUCHA BRUNSWICK, VOLUME 4 will be Monday, August 16, 6pm at Frontier Café, Cinema + Gallery, 14 Maine St, Brunswick. Five Rivers Arts Alliance seeks your images and ideas for this dynamic showcase.
Pecha Kucha Brunswick is a unique opportunity to present 20 images for 20 seconds each. Artists, inventors, architects, designers and planners are invited to submit proposals for Pecha Kucha Night Brunswick. Presenters from across Maine and beyond are invited to submit proposals. The submission process is simple. Present your art, design, ideas, business, or vision for the future in this focused community presentation.
For more information about Pecha Kucha, as well as tips for presenters, go to: www.pechakuchaportland.org/. Pecha Kucha Brunswick is sponsored by Five Rivers Arts Alliance with support from Frontier and Women, Work & Community. Image: Capacity Crowd at Frontier for Pecha Kucha Night Volume 1. Photos by Keith Spiro.
Individuals interested in presenting should submit the following info by July 28 by email to: 5riversartsalliance@gmail.com. (Please note that this email is for artwork submissions and correspondence about this call for art and is not the primary email for correspondence with Five Rivers Arts Alliance.)
Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Web Address:
Mailing Address:
2-5 images of artwork
Information about you and what you would like to present: (2 paragraphs max)
Reservations for August 16 Pecha Kucha Brunswick are strongly recommended. Please reserve a seat by emailing us at info@fiveriversartsalliance.org. Admission is free for Five Rivers’ members and $5 for general public.
Artwork sought for professional offices of Brunswick Eye Care Associates at Parkview Professional Building, 331 Maine St, Suite 1, Brunswick. Seeking two-dimensional work that is reasonably priced for this family friendly office. Room for five large pieces. We are interested primarily in 2-D realistic work; will consider fiber, photographs, paintings, etc. Please send brief bio or artist statement and 2 jpgs of work (with dimensions noted) by email to Ross H. Cunningham, Practice Manager at rossc@suscom-maine.net.
The Operations and Finance Manager is primarily responsible for managing the finances, HR, and day-to-day administrative activities for the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship. He or she is also the organization’s point person for information technology systems. This is a full-time, hands-on position that requires significant initiative and problem-solving skills, as well as an ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines. Evening hours are required for a few special events during the year. The Operations and Finance Manager oversees a part-time bookkeeper and reports to the Executive Director. Mid-June start date. The Center for Furniture Craftsmanship is a nonprofit woodworking school in Rockport, Maine. The school has an annual operating budget of approximately $1 million and offers four distinct educational programs for students at all levels. Each year we enroll approximately 350 students and employ over 50 part-time faculty members. Please submit cover letter, resume, and references by email to jobs@woodschool.org. http://www.nonprofitmaine.org/jobs.asp
Post, April 1
That's right, Five Rivers is now on Facebook!!
is looking for quality art and craft pieces to sell in their Brunswick retail shop; particularly high-end pottery, jewelry, fiber work, handbags etc. If you are interested, please send Brandi Sladek (sladek@vsartsmaine.org) photos of your work, along with a description of the medium, the size, and the price. Contact: (207) 607-4016.
is now inviting new members! Membership entitles photographers, painters and sculptors to exhibit in monthly changing exhibits, participate in an Artist in Residence program, and many exciting events. The gallery is located on Warren Street, in Wiscasset village,in the spacious Old Academy Building. For membership info and contact: www.maineartgallery.org or contact the Membership Chairman at: elobster77@aol.com , or stop by at the office beginning April 1st. Don't delay - the first exhibit opens April 22nd!
in Bar Harbor is looking for artists. “We will jury the work in and we are not accepting any photographs. We are looking for paintings, collages and any other colorful and original hanging art for the walls.” She can be contacted at sagegrassgallery@gmail.com, http://www.sagegrassgallery.com/
The Moore Park Art Show in South Paris is seeking exhibitors for a celebration and sale of original ar
ts and will feature a concert of virtuoso guitarist Denny Breau. Paintings, drawings, photography, wood, metal and glass sculpture; fine jewelry; handmade prints; fiber and textile/fiber arts and more. All art work must be the original design and creation of the exhibitor. Booths are limited to 60. Contact: Aranka Matolcsy, P.O. Box 504, South Paris, ME 04281, 303-579-9033, mooreparkart@gmail.com, www.MooreParkArt.org
. The 4th annual Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival, a juried fine arts and fine crafts show is currently accepting applications from artists and fine craftspeople who would like to participate. The Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival will take place on Saturday, August 21, 2010 from 9am to 5pm on Maine St, Brunswick. For more information or to apply, contact the Brunswick Downtown Association: (207) 729-4439, artfest@brunswickdowntown.com
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The 4th annual Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival, a juried fine arts and fine crafts show is currently accepting applications from artists and fine craftspeople who would like to participate. The Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival will take place on Saturday, August 21, 2010 from 9am to 5pm on Maine St, Brunswick. For more information or to apply, contact the Brunswick Downtown Association: (207) 729-4439, artfest@brunswickdowntown.com
. Since 2009, the festival has included special artist and craftspersons area at Northern New England's largest one-day festival. It has been a huge success. This year: offering spaces at a greatly reduced cost from a regular festival space- just $80! Seeking art and craft demonstrations as well as products for sale. Contact: Elise Loschiavo, 207.772.6828, elise@portlandmaine.com
The Arts Festival will feature quality artists and craftspeople offering fine art, pottery, jewelry, woodcraft, leather, art glass, fiber arts, and more on the grounds of St. Mark’s Church. Advertising will take place throughout all major newspapers in Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. FEES: Table rental is $20. For more information, contact Tina Mann: 441-2971, tmann@fairpoint.net.
available. Contact: 725 8253
The Center for Maine Craft jury process is open to all craftspeople, who live and work at least seasonally in Maine. A jury fee will be charged all jury participants (except MCA Professional Craft Artist members). To reserve a Jury appointment, call the MCA office at 564-0041 or email info@mainecrafts.org. Jury appointments will be made for approximately 15 minutes each during the two-hour session held the first week of each month. All the pertinent Jury documents can be found at www.mainecrafts.org.
EVENTS, CLASSES, WORKSHOPS, CONFERENCES:
Women, Work, and Community is offering a series of free workshops tailored for individuals who want to build and strengthen their business efforts. Service business entrepreneurs, artisans, veterans, workers in transition and anyone interested in adding to their business skills are welcome to apply. The series will be held in Augusta from March to June on Tuesdays from 9 a.m.-12 noon. Topics will include: Introduction to Self-employment, Marketing Your Business, E-commerce and Web 2.0 Selling, Easy Steps for Business Tax Prep, and Plan the Financial Future of your Business. If you are interested, contact Wendy Rose at 1-800-442-2092 or at wkrose@maine.edu, www.womenworkandcommunity.org.
New Post, January 14
; find many new opportunities listings here: http://mainearts.maine.gov/opportunities.aspx
ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES
Call for Art. Maine Medical Center, the largest hospital in Northern New England, announces the call for proposals for rotating art exhibits at the hospital conference center at our primary campus in Portland, as well as at the MMC Cancer Institute at the Scarborough campus. Full details can be found within the press section of MaineArts.com; http://mainearts.maine.gov/news/release.asp?ID=8887
Image: Landscape by Danielle Lambrechts
Are you someone who has participated in craft fairs and shows? If so, MCA needs your help. They are seeking an experienced craft fair artisan to aid MCA members who have questions and/or concerns when contemplating or participating in craft fairs and shows. Contact: info@mainecrafts.org, 564-0041.
Seeking work for 2-months at a time. Work should be professionally framed, and hung by artist. Large format 2-dimensional work is appropriate. Will consider quilts, photographs, work by children. Please call first. Contact: Laurie Stevenson at 607-2009 or lauriestevenson@ymail.com
“A Nonprofit’s Guide to Building Simple, Low-Cost Websites: Affordable solutions for planning, creating, and maintaining your organization’s online presence” Considering a website or blog? Read this helpful article for nonprofits at TechSoup: http://www.techsoup.org/learningcenter/webbuilding/page11890.cfm. And we recommend artists take a look at this website by Patty Olds of Topsham: http://www.makeasimplewebsite.com/
If you are a Five Rivers Arts Alliance member you are entitled to a free listing on our Online Directory at http://www.fiveriversartsalliance.org/directory/directory.aspx. Fill out form: http://www.fiveriversartsalliance.org/directory/mem_form.aspx to list media, website, contact, hours and send a jpeg of your work. Already listed, please check your listing and send us any updates or new images.
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Image: “Shutter Works,” the most recent art work by 3-D artist Edward Mackenzie: Richmond Store Gallery, 54 Main Street, Richmond 737 4724
Think your organization counts? Make sure it does. Find your cultural enterprise - nonprofit or for-profit, individual or organization - in CultureCount. Make sure you count. The New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA) invites you to take part in the public launch of CultureCount, New England's Cultural Database. CultureCount (culturecount.org) is NEFA's online resource for engaging New England's creative economy sector. This website is a searchable, organization-level compilation of data on New England's cultural nonprofits, businesses, and professionals that paints a comprehensive picture of New England's creative economy and highlights its powerful impact on our region's economic health. Because culture counts! CultureCount is provided as a free public service to New England and currently houses 22,856 active records collected from public data sources. Contact: Dee Schneidman , 617-951-0010, www.culturecount.org
MaineCreates.com is an online marketplace for the creative people of Maine to market, promote and sell what we make online. We represent artisans, crafters, small food producers, creative designers and over 75 creative disciplines. There is a modest annual membership fee. You can add an online shop to your membership and sell an unlimited number of products with no listing fees and no commissions. You can view the membership details here: http://www.mainecreates.com/JoinMainecreates. Contact: Matt Zito, founder, MaineCreates.com, 207-460-0740, matt@mainecreates.com
Interesting Links:
1st Statewide Online Showcase of Maine Music Performers. Discover 25 Professional Maine Music Performers. Listen to 75 Streaming Audio Samples. Check Dates of Upcoming Performances. Contact: http://www.maineartscene.com/Maine-music-performers/maine-music-performers-showcase.html
CULTURAL POLICY LISTSERV. http://www.artsusa.org/information_services/research/cultural_policy_listserv/default.asp. Americans for the Arts is a national arts advocacy organization that publishes a bi-weekly email that is a compilation of arts & cultural policy news from across the U.S. Subscribe on the above page. Read about copyright, funding community arts and international arts news.
TED: IDEAS WORTH SPREADING: http://www.ted.com/ TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design. It started out (in 1984) as a conference bringing together people from those three worlds. Since then its scope has become ever broader. TEDTalks is a way for anyone to hear and see these talks online. Focus has expanded to sharing ideas. Listen to brief insightful talks by artists, thinkers, movers & shakers from around the world
CAFE DES ARTISTES. Get free weekly Maine Art News from Cafe des Artistes, a seasonal weekly radio show, blog & newsletter produced by Maine Gallery
Good info in Arts & Economic Prosperity-cases
(http://www.americansforthearts.org/information_services/research/services/economic_impact/default.asp) This link offers research of importance for state, municipal and business funders. (Investment in nonprofits is matched 7 times nationally, etc and pays back approx $7 for each $1 invested in the arts (based on total spending by nonprofits and by audiences of these orgs)
TECHSOUP FORUMS
If you do not know about TechSoup, it is THE “TECHNOLOGY PLACE FOR NONPROFITS.” There is plenty of info for everyone (nonprofit or not) to learn from their newsletter and website: http://www.techsoup.org/ This link is about using technology to connect to your community: http://www.techsoup.org/fb/index.cfm?fuseaction=forums.showSingleTopic&forum=2008&id=72655&cid=117
Creative Enterprises Workshops by Women, Work & Community.
Women, Work, and Community will be offering a series of free workshops tailored for artists, craftspeople and artisans who wish to build and strengthen their business efforts. Skill-building topics include Basics of Starting a Business, Create Compelling Marketing Materials, Introduction to Easy Bookkeeping Methods, Plan the Financial Future of Your Business, and Capturing Images for Marketing Materials. These will be held on Tuesdays at the WWC offices on the UMA campus from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Other informational workshops will be How to Start an Artist/Artisan Cooperative, Preparing for a Studio Tour, Artists in the Schools, and Getting Ready for the Big Shows. These will be on Tuesdays from 3:30-5:00. Check out WWC’s website for further descriptions and specific dates www.womenworkandcommunity.org. Pre-registration is required. Please call Wendy Rose at 1-800-442-2092 or email her at wkrose@maine.edu.
More business trainings at
New England Foundation for the Arts announced the online publication of its latest creative economy study, The Creative Economy: A New Definition. Building on NEFA's 30-year history of creative economy research in partnership with the New England state arts agencies, this report proposes a standard research methodology and core definition of New England's creative economy that could be employed throughout the U.S. Written by Douglas DeNatale,Ph.D. and Gregory H. Wassall, Ph.D. the report provides a research framework for New England and beyond, and includes an economic analysis of New England's cultural industries and workforce, revealing that New England's cultural organizations employ 274,719 people -- nearly 4% of total employment in the region!
From the Maine Arts Commission:
PRACTICAL ASSISTANCE FOR ARTISTS AND ARTS ORGANIZATIONS FACING ECONOMIC CHALLENGES
To assist the field during the current economic downturn the Maine Arts Commission has assembled informational links to agencies and organizationsthat could provide various forms of assistance from funding to energy audits. To learn more, Economic Assistance, visit http://mainearts.maine.gov/Services/economiccrisis.shtml
The Maine Arts Commission is hoping to establish a collaboration between local arts organizations and the photographic community in Maine. If, as a photographer, you are interested in working with an organzation to perhaps document events or working with the organization's members for publicity or grant photographs, call Keith Ludden at the MAC, 287-2713 or email keith.ludden@maine.gov or www.mainearts.com
Crossroads for Community Arts Conference Report 
CROSSROADS CONFERENCE Wrap up notes
Maine's Creative Economy: Connecting Community, Creativity and Commerce" PowerPoint
Link sent by conference attendee Bridget Spaeth: http://www.maniacworld.com/Phone-Salesman-Amazes-Crowd.html
Links from Anne Katz at Arts Wisconsin
Theatre & Dance
Youthlinks, a non-profit agency based in Rockland, offers meaningful and fun enrichment and volunteer opportunities to area youth free of charge. Youthlinks is currently searching for dance and movement teachers to supplement its newest program, Find Your Groove. Find Your Groove meets weekly and offers dance technique, creative movement, and instruction of a wide exposure of different dance forms and styles. If you are a teacher in any dance discipline and would like to volunteer to teach a one hour class for mid-cost youth, Youthlinks is waiting to meet you! Youthlinks cannot currently monetarily reimburse volunteers, but can provide full press realease in area media. Youthlinks is also searching for artists and educators for an artist in residence program this summer. Please contact if interested. Contact: Caitlin Schick. Phone: 207/594-2221. Email: cschick@brmaine.org. Web: youthlinksonline.org
MatchBook.org
MatchBook.org is a powerful tool for performing artists, venues and presenting organizations across New England. This New England-wide database offers the opportunity to post an extensive profile, with images and audio clips. It is used by presenting organizations to discover new talent, develop collaborations and book performers. Also includes technical advice and professional development calendar. This is a free service of the New England Foundation for the Arts. MatchBook.org’s Professional Development Opportunities calendar offers a chronological list of workshops, classes, conferences and lectures for the arts and culture community. Listings on this calendar aim to provide artists and presenters in New England with opportunities for developing their work and networks. Check out the calendar to find out about networking conferences, learning opportunities for artist-educators, or development workshops that could help enhance your work!
Music
Maine Arts Commission has extensive Opportunities listings in many medai. Find them at http://mainearts.maine.gov/opportunities/default.asp
MatchBook.org
MatchBook.org is a powerful tool for performing artists, venues and presenting organizations across New England. This New England-wide database offers the opportunity to post an extensive profile, with images and audio clips. It is used by presenting organizations to discover new talent, develop collaborations and book performers. Also includes technical advice and professional development calendar. This is a free service of the New England Foundation for the Arts. MatchBook.org’s Professional Development Opportunities calendar offers a chronological list of workshops, classes, conferences and lectures for the arts and culture community. Listings on this calendar aim to provide artists and presenters in New England with opportunities for developing their work and networks. Check out the calendar to find out about networking conferences, learning opportunities for artist-educators, or development workshops that could help enhance your work!
SONGWRITER AND CREATIVE ECONOMY /NETWORKING FOR THE WORKING MUSICIAN
Every Thursday night at 6 p.m. at Cafe Creme (corner of Front and Centre Sts. in Bath). For more information: http://www.tonysmedia.com/DavidBullard/.
Creative Economy
Maine's Creative Economy: Connecting Community, Creativity and Commerce" PowerPoint
JUICE Creative Economy Conference in Camden-Rockland
Coming this November 2009. Complete details at: http://www.juiceconference.org/
Mainecreates.com-a new marketplace. Look for this new website launch.
New England Foundation for the Arts announced the online publication of its latest creative economy study (December 2007), The Creative Economy: A New Definition. Building on NEFA's 30-year history of creative economy research in partnership with the New England state arts agencies, this report proposes a standard research methodology and core definition of New England's creative economy that could be employed throughout the U.S. Written by Douglas DeNatale, Ph.D. and Gregory H. Wassall, Ph.D. the report provides a research framework for New England and beyond, and includes an economic analysis of New England's cultural industries and workforce, revealing that New England's cultural organizations employ 274,719 people -- nearly 4% of total employment in the region!
Vermont Arts Council offers a Cultural Tourism Toolkit that can be helpful for developing local initiatives: http://www.culturalheritagetourism.org/CulturalHeritageToolkits.htm
Vermont hosted a Advancing Vermont's Creative Economy Conference summer 2007. Here is their report:
CCP conference report.pdf. Background on the creative economy and the Creative Communities Program is available online at the Vermont Council on Rural Development: http://www.vtrural.org
Creative Economy Council – www.creative-economy.org - partnership and collaboration of business, government, and cultural sectors that promotes the development of New England’s creative economy.
Business Training
Women, Work & Community offers free workshops for entrepreneurs. http://www.womenworkandcommunity.org/scripts/training.php
ArtsMarketing.org
This website reports on trends in marketing the arts, especially new media. See recent article on Rich Americans Use Internet to Research and Buy , Direct Mail goes Digital, and Websites: You've only got 3 seconds... www.artsmarketing.org
MAINE BUSINESS WORKS WEBSITE
www.mainebusinessworks.org is an excellent source for business management trainings, workshop announcements and more. This site lists training opportunities in the state by region, provider, and topic. The site is a resource for the creative business sector as well as the business community as a whole.
Coastal Enterprises, Inc. (CEI) – www.ceimaine.org - nonprofit Community Development Corporation and Community Development Financial Institution whose role is to develop job-creating natural resources and small business ventures in primarily rural regions of Maine.
Creative Economy Council – www.creative-economy.org - partnership and collaboration of business, government, and cultural sectors that promotes the development of New England’s creative economy.
Maine Business Works – www.mainebusinessworks.org - provides access to a broad array of business development assistance available throughout the State of Maine including business education, financing programs, and small business information and/or assistance.
Maine.com Starting a Business - www.maine.gov/portal/business/ - state website with several resources on starting a small business.
Maine Department of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Resources – www.getrealmaine.com - Part of the Maine Dept. of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Resources. Celebrates and promotes Maine food and agricultural products; allows agricultural businesses to connect with prospective customers; provides business resources for producers; provides information on where to buy local products.
Maine Department of Economic and Community Development – www.econdevmaine.com - goal to create economic opportunities for the people of Maine and to foster the prosperity of the state’s economy. Serves as the umbrella organization to the offices of Tourism, Business Development, the International Trade Center, Community Development, Film and Innovation and Science.
MCBDP: Midcoast Council for Business Development and Planning – www.mcbdp.org - public-private non-profit development corporation that supports business retention, expansion and attraction to improve the regional economy of Bath, Brunswick, Topsham, Richmond, Bowdoinham and Phippsburg, Maine
Small Business Development Centers – www.mainesbdc.org - provides comprehensive business management assistance, training, resource and information services to Maine's micro, small, and technology-based business communities. Website includes many tools and useful articles, as well as a calendar of local events targeted toward business knowledge and development.
Southern Midcoast Maine Chamber of Commerce – www.midcoastmaine.com - contains an array of information on the region, including tourism, an events calendar, things to do, and resources for starting a business.
U.S. Small Business Association Startup - www.sbaonline.sba.gov/starting_business - A national government website that includes a useful online questionnaire/analysis tool that will prepare you for self-employment (Click on “Checklist for starting a business”)
Women’s Agricultural Network – www.umaine.edu/umext/wagn - Enables women and other underserved people to successfully own, operate and support agriculturally-related enterprises through a series of educational, technical assistance, and networking opportunities.
Women, Work & Community – www.womenworkandcommunity.org - Provides training and assistance for development in the workforce, microenterprises, assets, and leadership in order to improve the economic lives of Maine women and their families. In 2006-07 WW&C will provide free Creative Enterprise Workshops for artists and creative entrepreneurs.
FREE MAINE BUSINESS LISTINGS - Take a look at this website for details on a free listing. “Arts & Entertainment” and “Maine Specialty Products” are two of their twenty-two categories. Go to: http://www.mainebusinesslisting.com
Other
TED: IDEAS WORTH SPREADING: http://www.ted.com/ TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design. It started out (in 1984) as a conference bringing together people from those three worlds. Since then its scope has become ever broader. TEDTalks is a way for anyone to hear and see these talks online. Focus has expanded to sharing ideas. Listen to brief insightful talks by artists, thinkers, movers & shakers from around the world
Maine and New England Arts Organizations
Designing Women – www.designingwomen.org – Since 1991, this non-profit has been bridging art and the community by sponsoring shows featuring female artisans from New England, and working directly with organizations who benefit women and girls in the community.
Directions: Maine Crafts Guild – www.mainecraftsguild.com - serves professional craftspeople of Maine, promotes tradition of fine crafts, and operates retail shows.
Maine Arts Commission – www.mainearts.com – directory of artists and organizations, information on grants and fellowships, as well as programs for both artists and organizations.
Maine Crafts Association – www.mainecrafts.org – Founded in 1983, have organized high quality educational programs for craft artists, collectors, and the public and have provided opportunities for exhibits and shows.
Maine FiberArts – www.mainefiberarts.org – non-profit formed to promote Maine’s fiber community and to foster its special work in basketry, beadwork, clothing design, crochet, embroidery, felting, knitting, lacework, needlework, paper, quilting, rugs, sewing, spinning, surface design, and weaving.
Maine Literature Daily - http://www.mainepoetry.com - New literary events and news are always on tap for your information. There is also a calendar that lists events for the month at http://calendar.yahoo.com/aopoetry Visit this web page and you will be able to plan your month easily.
Maine Media Women – www.mainemediawomen.org - network of communications specialists, provides a forum for the exchange of ideas, new developments, support, and recognition for mend and women involved in the media.
Maine Music – www.mainemusic.org - comprehensive online database of Maine music, including presenters, musicians, composers, instrument makers, festivals, etc. Also includes an event calendar.
Maine Sculptors – www.mainesculptors.com – online gallery, calendar of exhibitions and events, and membership for professional sculptors in Maine.
Maine Songwriter’s Association – www.mesongwriters.com - search for songwriters by name and/or town. State-wide, non-profit, member organization that supports songwriters and their art. Mission is to encourage, recognize, educate, support and promote developing songwriters.
Maine Writers and Publishers Alliance – www.mainewriters.org - promotes the value of literature and the art of writing by building a community of publishers, writers, and readers of all ages within Maine. Sponsors workshops, book signings and readings, publishes newsletter, provides information services.
Matchbook.org – www.matchbook.org -New England’s online cultural marketplace that connects artists, presenters, and communities. Free registration and listing. Classifieds, resources, venue and artist search with sound samples.
New England Foundation for the Arts – www.nefa.org – Promoting arts in New England as grantmaker, program initiator, regional laboratory, project coordinator, developer of resources, and builder of creative partnerships among artists, arts organizations and funders.
Spindleworks Art Cooperative – www.spindleworks.org - non profit art center for adults with disabilities. Over 35 artists from the local community receive supplies, studio space, participate in shows, and receive commissions from their work.
Union of Maine Visual Artists – www.umvaonline.org – volunteer-run organization whose goal is to support the community of Maine contemporary artists. “UMVA insists on the ideal of art as a spiritual and aesthetic communication beyond commerce.”
Professional development
Maine Media Arts Project – www.memap.org - volunteer organization whose goals are to educate Maine students in the Media-Arts through free in-school workshops, instructed by business world professionals, and to help build new-media- and technology-based career opportunities for Maine graduates within the state of Maine.
Maine Technology Centers – www.techcentersmaine.com - Role is to assist small-business start-up, thereby improving opportunities for workers through the creation of technologically-advanced jobs and encouraging private sector initiatives.
Juried shows, grants, and more – www.mainearts.com Go to “Opportunities.”
Maine Made Program – www.mainemade.com - Offers unique products from over 1000 Maine companies crafted from Maine’s rich natural resources.
Matchbook.org – www.matchbook.org -New England’s online cultural marketplace that connects performers, presenters, and communities. Free registration and listing. Classifieds, resources, venue and artist search with sound samples.
National Arts Organizations
Americans for the Arts
Is an national arts advocacy organization with policy, resources, visibility and national conferences. Many kinks and research in cultural policy. www.artsusa.org
National Endowment for the Arts
The National Endowment for the Arts is a public agency dedicated to supporting excellence in the arts, both new and established; bringing the arts to all Americans; and providing leadership in arts education. Established by Congress in 1965 as an independent agency of the federal government, the Endowment is the nation's largest annual funder of the arts, bringing great art to all 50 states, including rural areas, inner cities, and military bases. http://www.nea.gov/index.html
Deadline July 28. PECHA KUCHA BRUNSWICK, VOLUME 4 
Spread the word: Pecha Kucha Submissions sought. Pecha Kucha Night Brunswick, Volume 4 now scheduled for August 16. Still accepting submissions. 
