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AUGUST 3, 2018 Sirius rises late in the dark, liquid sky / On summer nights, star of stars Orion's Dog they call it, brightest of all... / (but beware)
- Homer, Iliad
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Maine Craft Portland First Friday Featuring ‘el malo’
Celebrating Maine’s finest craft artists, Maine Craft Portland is serving Portland’s Arts District by representing an extensive collection of craft mediums. Here you will find everything from personal care products, clothing, and fine jewelry to furniture, home goods, one-of-a-kind ceramics, and pottery for everyday use. With crafted cards to accompany your gifts, this is a one stop shop for all of your Made in Maine and Buy Local needs! Join us along with Portland’s musical talent ‘el malo’ for a festive evening of fine craft and fun! Maine Crafts Association is a non-profit organization serving over 500 craft artist members.
Maine Craft Portland521 Congress Streetmainecrafts.org/center-formaine-craft/portland
Painter and Poet: The Art of Ashley Bryan
Author and artist Ashley Bryan’s remarkable career spans more than half a century. At a young age, Bryan noticed the lack of children’s books with African American characters. Through his work as an artist, author, and educator, he has committed himself to filling that void in black representation by creating books about the African and African American experiences. Since his first illustrated volume of poems in 1967, Bryan has published more than 50 titles. A masterful storyteller through both words and visuals, Bryan sources inspiration from a variety of cultural sources including African folktales, spirituals, poetry, and music. While many of Bryan’s publications are illustrated children’s books, the original works of art from these publications appeal to all ages because, as Bryan notes, he strives for his work to be “like a bridge reaching across distances of time and space.” This exhibition highlights the breadth of his prolific and varied creative output, featuring original art from 13 titles and a selection of independent work, including sketches made while serving in World War II and large puppets made from found objects washed ashore on the Maine island where he has lived for over 60 years.
Portland Museum of Art7 Congress Square | portlandmuseum.org
The Light Shines Down Toward You
These moments, these common compositions that permeate our daydreams and nights; accurate yet indiscernible renderings of a secret intimacy we all share. We’ve gathered them all and fixed them onto walls in attempts to step back, take in, and remember everything that has been given to us (as well as everything we’ve taken). We will examine a life lived in beautiful, inexorable mundanity.
A two-person show featuring painter Nicholas Benfey (Bowdoin ‘15) and Greta Grant (MECA BFA ‘16, MAT ‘18). Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, August 4th, from 6-10pm.
New System Exhibitions82 Parris Streetinstagram.com/newsystemexhibitions
Raging Brass in Congress Square Park
Raging Brass is a 7-piece band that explores roots music throughout the Caribbean Islands, West Africa, Brasil, Columbia, and the U.S.A. Fueled by the rhythmic and melodic intuition of each player, bandleader Marc Chillemi leads the group to blend their sound with the styles of Afro-Beat, Ska, Soukous, Highlife, Rocksteady, Roots Reggae, Samba, Cumbia, Merenge, and a taste of New Orleans. Raging Brass features saxophonists’ Mike Ayotte and Kyle Hardy, trombonist Dave Noyes, tubist Rafael Kielt-Fryre, guitarist and vocalist Matt Wasowski, drummer Gary Gemmiti, and arranger/composer, percussionist, and trumpeter Marc Chillemi.
Congress Square ParkCorner of High & Congress Streets | congresssquarepark.org
Greta Grant, photograph
Ashley Bryan
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3 | BOMB DIGGITY ARTS 643 CONGRESS STREETTeamwork TeamA celebration of mutual inspiration and experimentation.momentumme.com/portland
ARTS DISTRICT2 | FINN TEACH MINI-GALLERY 645 CONGRESS STREETCoastal Maine Landscape PaintingsLandscape paintings of Monhegan, Bar Harbor, Vinalhaven, and Portland.finnteach.com
5 | CONGRESS SQUARE GALLERY 609A CONGRESS STREETRobert Cohen & Stan LeibermanPaintings and giclee prints of Maine by Cohen & Leiberman.congresssquaregallery.com
7 | PORTLAND MUSEUM OF ART 7 CONGRESS SQUAREClarence H. White and His World: The Art and Craft of Photography, 1895–1925White is known for his beautiful scenes and was a major mentor. Painter and Poet: The Art of Ashley BryanBryan is a masterful storyteller through both words and visuals.Under Pressure: Art from the 1980sA fresh look at a selection of works made during the 1980s. portlandmuseum.org
4 | COFFEE BY DESIGN 620 CONGRESS STREETFrom the River to the SeaNew and used paintings in acrylic by Nance Parker.coffeebydesign.com
8 | BROKEN CROW COLLECTIVE 584 CONGRESS STREET, 2ND FLOOREscape FateJoe Rosshirt will have prints for sale from this unique series.brokencrowcollective.com
6 | CONGRESS SQUARE PARK CORNER OF HIGH & CONGRESS STREETSRaging BrassThis eclectic band explores roots music throughout the world.congresssquarepark.org
9 | SANCTUARY TATTOO 31 FOREST AVENUEBirds of my fatherJo Goiran’s current work bridges the gap between observation and whimsy.sanctuarytattoo.com
10 | BRIDGE GALLERY 568 CONGRESS STREETColor and LightMeet artists Rhonda Pearle & Gary Perlmutter.bridgegallerymaine.com
15 | MAINE CRAFT PORTLAND 521 CONGRESS STREETMaine Craft Portland First Friday!Join us along with ‘el malo’ for a festive evening celebrating Maine’s finest craft artists.mainecrafts.org/center-formaine-craft/portland
16 | MECHANICS’ HALL 519 CONGRESS STREET, 2ND FLOORMeet the Author: Paul St.CyrSt. Cyr will host a drop-in chat.Snowcolors by Akida Jawara Tesfa - ReceptionTesfa explores abstraction using forces of the natural world. mainemechanics.org
11 | ART HOUSE PICTURE FRAMES 61 PLEASANT STREETDivergent Dreams: A Collective ReflectionArt by Richard Hudon, Virginia Monsell, and Isobel Stanton.arthousepictureframes.com
13 | MAINE COLLEGE OF ART 522 CONGRESS STREETTim Bavington: Rock & Roll AbstractionBavington translates Rolling Stones, Beatles, Cream, and Jimi Hendrix songs into visual experiences.Curious Nature: 2018 Alumni TriennialWorks of these diverse artists, rooted in the act of looking closer. meca.edu
17 | DOROTHEA AND LEO RABKIN FOUNDATION13 BROWN STREETLoops, Knots and Other EntanglementsLeo Rabkin’s art is unique for his exploration of simple, everyday physical maneuvers.rabkinfoundation.org
18 | MAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY 489 CONGRESS STREETMHS hosts inaugural Seaweed TastingVisit “Maine Eats” and sample delicious and nutritious Ocean’s Balance and Cup of Sea products! mainehistory.org
14 | CREATIVE PORTLAND 84 FREE STREETCapitol @ Creative PortlandVisit our gallery for an intimate concert featuring the jazz/pop band from Cape Elizabeth. creativeportland.com
24 | PINECONE+CHICKADEE 6 FREE STREET All My Friends Are PlantsOpening reception of this plant themed group show. pineconeandchickadee.com
26 | COWORKHERS 411 CONGRESS STREETThe Colors In LifeLavennz Ooi explores the ideology of mindfulness.coworkhers.com/en
19 | THE LONGFELLOW GARDEN 489 CONGRESS STREETFirst Friday FictionGibson Fay-LeBlanc joins us for a reading.portlandmonthly.com
22 | PORTLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 50 MONUMENT WAYInstrument Petting ZooTry out the different instruments in the orchestra from 5-6pm. portlandsymphony.org
23 | GRANT WAHLQUIST GALLERY 30 CITY CENTER, 2ND FLOORJill Poyourow: Recent PaintingsPoyourow’s paintings merge personal, cultural, and cinematic memory.grantwahlquist.com
20 | ROUX & CYR INTERNATIONAL FINE ART GALLERY 48 FREE STREETSarah Kidner - Sunlit Cafe’sKidner’s fresh brushstroke makes the sunlight appear to be dancing.rouxandcyrgallery.com
21 | PORTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY 5 MONUMENT SQUAREThe Art of Rube GoldbergThis exhibit chronicles all aspects of the artist’s 72 year career.Mary E: A 1906 Schooner Comes Home to MaineExplore the Mary E’s past, present, and future with a look at her history & preservation.portlandlibrary.com
OLD PORT27 | THE PRESS HOTEL 119 EXCHANGE STREETWhat Else Can You Do?A partnership between image and word.”thepresshotel.com
32 | DOCKFORE 336 FORE STREETVisual CaffeineWorks by Bradford J. Beauchamp.facebook.com/dock.fore
PEAKS ISLAND36 | RICHARD BOYD ART GALLERY 15 EPPS STREETAmy Bickford: A Solo Exhibition of PaintingsBickford interpretes the timeless beauty and essence of Maine.richardboydartgallery.com
33 | CASCO BAY ARTISANS 68 COMMERCIAL STREETAugust is Artist Demo MonthMary Brooking demonstrates her skill and medium.cascobayartisans.com
WOODFORDS CORNER35 | SPEEDWELL//PROJECTS 630 FOREST AVENUECult of WomanhoodClosing reception featuring a conversation between Tabatha Barnard, Dylan Hausthor, Jocelyn Lee & Smith Galtney. speedwellprojects.com
31 | MAINE POTTERS MARKET 376 FORE STREETThe Allure of ColorElizabeth Louden’s porcelain tableware is rich and bold.mainepottersmarket.com
28 | FORE RIVER GALLERY 87 MARKET STREETSwimNew work fresh from our members’ studios.forerivergallery.com
29 | THE BLAZIN ACE 432 FORE STREETESH GlassESH Glass (Eli Hemes) releases the first group of his limited mini series “Mini Unicyclers.” blazinace.com
30 | HIGHER GROUNDS 45 WHARF STREET After HoursA showcase of the creative pursuits of our talented staff. highergrounds.me
WEST BAYSIDE1 | NEW SYSTEM EXHIBITIONS 82 PARRIS STREETThe Light Shines Down Toward YouWe will examine a life lived in beautiful, inexorable mundanity.instagram.com/newsystemexhibitions
25 | PORTLAND REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 443 CONGRESS STREETArt @ The ChamberInaugural art exhibition featuring more than 15 local artists in multiple media.portlandregion.com
EAST BAYSIDE34 | URBAN FARM FERMENTORY 200 ANDERSON STREETField GuideAndy Bustin’s experiement in spreading seeds and affordable art.fermentory.com
12 | SPACE 538 CONGRESS STREETLa Vie en RoseChad States ruminates on the difficulties of finding and sustaining joy in dark times. PólvoraAn installation using traditional Mexican paper craft materials.
The Water is WarmA collision between authenticity and artificiality.space538.org
CREATIVE PORTLAND84 Free StreetPortland, ME 04101207 370 [email protected]
