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Recurring Event Open Studios

Open Studio & Sale

Howarth Hill Studio 176 Route 236, Berwick, ME

Visit Howarth Hill in Berwick Maine. See inside our working pottery studio and shop in the newly updated showroom. Meet ceramicist Lindsey Howarth, see wheel throwing demos, and try your hand at the mini makers pottery wheel!
Saturday October 7th & Sunday October 8th, 10am-5pm

Open Studio @ Once In A Blue Moon

Once in a Blue Moon Farm 1298 Main St., Lovell, ME

Play with fabric, paint, paper, and fiber. Create a card, make a collage, or necklace. Try your hand at triangle loom weaving. Enter laughing, having fun is a requirement!!

Open Studio and Art Market @ Puzzle Mountain Glassworks

Puzzle Mountain Glassworks 1029 Bear River Road, Newry, ME

Enjoy a scenic drive into the mountains of Western Maine during foliage season. Our Annual Open House and art market includes discounted prices on our stained glass creations, as well as additional artists selling their work. There will be snacks too! Hours are 10am - 4pm on Saturday and 10am - 2pm on Sunday.

Recurring Event Demonstrations

Hand-printed fabric made into Art to Wear at Two Imagine Studios in Farmington

Two Imagine Studios 173 Mosher Hill Road, Farmington, ME

This Is It, a designers and makers art studio and gallery.
Print-making on fabric demonstrations! Want to try your hand at it? Come on out!
Art to Wear, Scrabble Bags (need to have!) pillows and place mats.
Free gift book with every purchase.
Last chance at digital posters and postcards; all priced to sell.
Heirloom quality hand-knit Christmas Stockings, also priced to sell.
Artists books and journals.

Recurring Event Pop Ups

Rosemont Artist Guild Pop Up

ChaliceWorks Turning 64 Rockland Ave, Portland, ME

ChaliceWorks Turning hosts pop up gathering of Rosemont Artists Guild members. Featuring wood turning, fabric crafting, jewelry, pottery, and our craft arts

Recurring Event Open Studios

Chris Becksvoort Open Studio + Showroom Retirement Celebration

Chris Becksvoort Studio 186 Durham Rd, New Gloucester, ME

My studio and showroom will be open to celebrate my retirement. More than a dozen pieces for sale at over half off! Cookies, cider and donuts, plus good conversation and interesting people.

Juniper Ledge Designs, Peg's contribution, will have note cards and photos for sale. Stop by for an entertaining time, Saturday or Sunday. We look forward to seeing friends and customers , both old and new.

Recurring Event Open Studios

Open Studio- Witness The Magic

Antje Roitzsch Studio 310 Youngtown Road, Lincolnville, ME

Have you ever wondered how a mobile gets its balance? During this open studio, you will get the chance to see works in progress and you can witness the magic of sculptures taking to the air, balancing and moving. Additionally, walk through the garden display and enjoy the artwork on the open porches. Dynamically moving sculptures need to be seen in person, no photo will give justice to the magic. Enjoy this chance of seeing mobiles as well as a line of jewelry and belt buckles in different sizes and materials. I look forward to meeting you. - Antje
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm | Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Recurring Event Activities

Maine Craft Weekend at Zwellyn Pottery

Zwellyn Pottery 20 Spencer Lane, Limington, ME

Zwellyn Pottery in Limington is excited to participate in 2023 with an open studio, pottery sale, bake sale and holiday ornament making workshop. 100% of the proceeds from the bake sale will benefit the MSAD6 Backpack Program and the Limington Food Bank.
Bake Sale:
Saturday October 7th noon-4pm
Sunday October 8th noon-4pm
All Proceeds Benefit the Limington Food Bank
Kid’s Holiday Ornament Making Workshop:
Sunday October 8th noon-4pm
Kids can make up to 10 holiday ornaments. There is a suggested donation of $5 per child to help pay for supplies but is not necessary for family’s that can’t afford it. Pick up date will be the Saturday November 25th or you can elect to pay $5 extra to have the ornaments shipped. See https://zwellyn.com to RSVP.
Wheel Throwing Demonstrations:
Saturday October 7th 2-4pm
Ever wanted to try the pottery wheel? Now you can! From 2pm - 4pm on Saturday October 7th, you can see how to throw pottery and then try to make one yourself.

Recurring Event Open Studios

Tandem Glass – Group artist FUNdraiser Open House to benefit MCA + Midcoast Conservancy

Tandem Glass 6 Eagle lodge lane, Dresden, ME

Join Tandem Glass alongside other Artists and Craftspeople to celebrate Maine Creativity and Biodiversity. Our Multi artist event that hopes to draw attention to some of Maine's less popular residents: The mightly Sturgeon graces our invitation (as rendered by Lisa Pixely of Grand Army Arts), and serves as a reminder of that mythic, sometimes frightening creatures are vital to our eco system.

Recurring Event Pop Ups

Paper and lampshade making demonstration

Handmade Papers Gallery 113 Reach Road, Brooklin, ME

Hands on event making kozo paper as well as demonstrating how to make lampshades from that paper. Also in the gallery are featured artists: Lou Charlett (wooden wares) of New Gloucester, Maurice Klapfish (musical instrument lamps) of Tenants Harbor, Hillary Hutton (hand woven rugs) of Vienna, Lynn Curran (clay lamps) of Brooklin and maritime linocuts featuring the Maine working waterfront by James Dodds.

Recurring Event Galleries + Exhibitions

Enjoy Art + Treats @ Saltwater Artists Gallery

The Saltwater Artists Gallery 3056 Bristol Road, New Harbor, ME

Come to the Saltwater Artists Gallery and join us for our Maine Craft Weekend Celebration! We will be serving fall treats and cider! There are 25 artists displaying a wide variety of art in seven rooms. We have recently been named Reader's Choice Best Maine Gallery in Down East magazine. Come see if you agree! Open 10am - 5pm daily.

Recurring Event Open Studios

J Schatz Open Studio

J Schatz Studio 378 Lakeside Dr., Boothbay Harbor, ME

Please join us for Open Studios at our ceramic studio located at Powder Hill Farm in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. Tour our gallery, workshop, and stroll through the gardens to see our bird products in their natural environment. We create playful, glossy, and bright utilitarian objects and art that are engaging and fun; also work that is earthbound and primitive. Be inspired by our bird, lighting, objects & art, and tableware.

Our Mission: We create objects that are at home in an inspired life.

Our Vision: We animate objects with wonder.

About Us:
Jim Schatz and Peter Souza
We started J Schatz in 2004 as a place for playful, glossy, and bright utilitarian objects, art, and decor that were engaging and fun. Our handmade ceramics appeared as if they were machine made because of the methods we developed to create a precise, refined object that was glazed to mirror-finish perfection. The line was modern and many of the items have become design classics. Peter joined the company in 2014 and encouraged unique forms, textures, and finishes that were brutal, earthbound, and primitive.

Together we are fearless and in private we call our life together P&J's adventure. In search of an inspired spot to locate the studio they moved from upstate New York to Los Angeles then Providence and finally to Boothbay Harbor, Maine where we setup the studio in a barn located in a place known as Powder Hill Farm. A beautiful spot with birds, gardens, untamed forests, and a history rich with stories from the Revolutionary War. Definitely an inspired spot to continue the evolution of our work.

When
Saturday and Sunday, October 7-8 from 10 am - 6 pm.

Where
378 Lakeside Dr. Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538.

Contact
Contact Us with any questions. We look forward to seeing you.

Union River Book and Toy

Union River Book and Toy Co. 100 Main Street, Ellsworth, ME

Join award-winning Maine children's author Alexandra S.D. Hinrichs for a storytime and book signing! Her most recent books include New England Book Award Finalist The Lobster Lady, I Am Made of Mountains, and The Pocket Book. https://alexandrahinrichs.com/

Recurring Event Activities

Introduction to Watercolors ~ Learn to Paint Beachstones + Seaglass

Kristin F Simmons Studio 103 Whitten Hill Road, Kennebunkport, ME

Join us as we create a beautiful composition of beach stones and sea glass in our Maine Craft Weekend Watercolor Class. This class is perfect for both beginner and experienced watercolor artists.

We will review paper types and brush techniques, wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet techniques, color matching, and composition. Each participant will leave with at least ONE finished 12x16 watercolor painting.

What is included:

Step-by-step instructions
2 Sheets, 12x16 100% Cotton Cold Press Watercolor Paper for your finished pieces
Practice paper
Coffee, Water, Tea + Light Snacks
Please note: All art supplies will be on-hand to create your paintings. Brushes, paints, water containers, cloths, and paper towels will be available for your use and are the property of the Artist.

You are welcome to bring any supplies you like to use. You will also be provided with shopping lists and links to purchase supplies after the class is complete if you want to continue your watercolor practice.

Recurring Event Demonstrations

Mixed Media + Textile Art with Deborah Pipes

The Framemakers 46 Main Street, Waterville, ME

Meet the Artist + Demo
Saturday, October 7th, 2023 • 11am-2pm
Free Admission

Deborah Pipes will be available for viewing and questions on how to incorporate Mixed Media & Textile Art into a final product. This includes the displaying of her finished works, displaying her works in process, and displaying her reading material to educate on the subject for all who are curious of her artistry. If your looking to combined many forms of media as well as explore the un-conventual
side of the artworld, stop on by!

Recurring Event Galleries + Exhibitions

Mary Allen Chaisson Retrospective Exhibition: Evolution of An Artist

Maine Fiberarts 13 Main Street, Topsham, ME

Colorful, original hand-painted fabric quilts are on view by Harpswell artist Mary Allen Chaisson who passed away in 2021. Along with the quilts are samples of her work in ceramics, weavings, paintings and drawings. Over forty quilts are installed in this beautiful collection, with most items offered for sale.

Also available at Maine Fiberarts: tour maps to Statewide, Midcoast, and Western Maine locations; our Learning Fiber Arts Guide to 100 places to take fiber art classes in Maine; and the working studio of painter/handmade paper artist Arlene Morris. Come see!

Check out our second website—https://www.mainefiberfolio.com—with visits to major fiber studios and farms in Maine. Christine will be braiding or spinning during your visit.

Recurring Event Open Studios

Chocolate Making

Bixby Chocolate Co. 1 Sea Street Place, Rockland, ME

Come see how we make bean to bar chocolate at our Rockland Factory. Presentation with images and tastings of chocolates all day!

Recurring Event Open Studios

Perry Home Naturals – Open Studio Event!

Perry Home Naturals 396 Main Street, Oxford, ME

Join me (Kim Napolitano-Perry, owner & artisan of Perry Home Naturals) during Maine Craft Weekend at my studio!
Discover aromatherapy, watch me create, sew, learn something new, shop, and explore my workspace. My doors will be open from 11 am-3 pm on both days.

Recurring Event Open Studios

Handwoven Tapestry, Felt, and Dye @ Old Point Comfort, Waldoboro

Old Point Comfort 28 Pitcher Rd, Waldoboro, ME

Handwoven tapestry rugs, wall-hangings, pillows, and guest artist Wayne Myers' felted shawls, in the gallery and in process in the studio. Dye garden and dye pots outside (weather permitting). Pre-owned weaving tools and accessories for sale. Saturday and Sunday, October 7 + 8 from 11 am - 4 pm.

Recurring Event Activities

Social Fabric Workshop Series at Hinge Collaborative

Hinge Collaborative 5 Silver Street, Waterville, ME

Social Fabric is a series of workshops exploring the power and potential of art and co-creation to build connection and belonging in our communities. Workshop offerings are from artists working in various processes, including printmaking, book arts and textile techniques. Participants will explore the material meanings and rich metaphors of thread and fabric to imagine new ways of weaving together a stronger social fabric through making and connecting.

The workshop series launches with artist Evelyn Wong of Fireball Bookbindery on Maine Craft Weekend, Saturday, October 7. Join Evelyn for the day at Hinge with a beading circle from 12-2 and a bookmaking workshop from 3-5. Attend one or both workshops. Registration is required.

All workshops are at the Hinge Collaborative studio storefront, 5 Silver Street in downtown Waterville Maine: more information and sign-up links on Instagram @hingecollaborative.

Recurring Event Open Studios

Pickwick Open Studio!

Pickwick Independent Press 536 Congress St Second Floor, Portland, ME

Our first official MCW open to the public since 2019! Come take this rare opportunity to say hi, take a look at our awesome print shop and studio space and a stroll through our Corner Store, featuring diverse and dynamic prints by our members. If you're lucky, you just might see one of them printing!! We are open Saturday from noon-5 and Sunday from 10-3. We are up one flight of stairs in the Space Studio Building.

Recurring Event Galleries + Exhibitions

Searsport Art Walk + Art Party at Sea Bird

Sea Bird 31 E Main St, Searsport, ME

Join us for Searsport Art Walk and a special opening art party of the newly opened gallery, Sea Bird. Sea Bird is an artist-run gallery and curated shop located in the up-and-coming downtown of Searsport. Sea Bird features exhibitions by rotating artists, objects, wearables and other gifts handmade by local and emerging artists.

Recurring Event Open Studios

Open Studio at Helene Farrar Art

Hélène Farrar Art 993 Western Avenue, Manchester, ME

Slow down time with a pleasurable visit to Helene Farrar Art, a farmhouse art studio in Manchester! This studio has beautiful natural light to enjoy encaustic (a molten, beeswax paint) paintings! We will also get to enjoy some live music from Wizbe!

Recurring Event Activities

Autumn Seaweed Wreath + Autumn Moth Watercolor Workshop

Kristin F Simmons Studio 103 Whitten Hill Road, Kennebunkport, ME

Autumn Seaweed Wreath & Autumn Moth Watercolor Workshop

Join us for a fun and creative session at the Kristin F. Simmons Studio! In this in-person event, you'll learn to paint a beautiful autumn seaweed wreath using watercolors. This event is part of Maine Craft Weekend.

Prior experience is optional, so whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, this workshop is for you!

We will guide you step-by-step, teaching you various techniques to create stunning watercolor effects. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of fall and let your creativity flow! Don't miss this opportunity to explore your artistic side and take home a unique masterpiece. Limited spots are available, so reserve yours now!

All supplies, including paper, paints, brushes, and light snacks, are provided.

Notes:

Masks + Vaccinations are highly suggested
All sales are final. An alternate date or class option will be offered in inclement weather.
All skill levels are welcome. All people are welcome.
All guests will leave with a final 11x16 Autumn wreath or Autumn Moth watercolor
Bring your water bottle for drinks.
Questions? Email kristin.f.simmons@gmail.com

Recurring Event Open Studios

Open House & Axe Making Demo

Brant & Cochran 110 Breakwater Annex, South Portland, ME

Come visit our shop in South Portland to see how Brant & Cochran is bringing the craft of axe making back to the Pine Tree State! We'll have blacksmith demos, show you how we put handles on our heirloom quality axes and hone them to get them wicked sharp. We'll also have custom and vintage axes for sale along with accessories to take care of your axe and apparel to look good doing it!

Recurring Event Pop Ups

Bath Maker’s Market @ Bath Customs House

Historic Bath Customs House 1 front street, Bath

Join artisans from this region for the third annual Maker’s Market in front of the Historic Bath Custom House on Sunday, October 8th from 11-3 pm. Hand sewn leather bags, paintings, pottery, handwoven textiles, Maine grown flowers, wooden puzzles, and more. Come enjoy the live banjo and get some early holiday shopping done. Afterward, stroll down to the waterfront park or enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants in town. Family and dog friendly! October 3rd from 11-3 pm, across the street from Now You’re Cooking and Markings Gallery in Bath.

Recurring Event Activities

Subcircle Barnraiser

Magnus on the Water 12 Water Street, Biddeford, ME

Please join us for Subcircle's 2023 Barnraiser on the patio of Magnus on Water on Sunday, October 8th at 5pm! This year's event will feature live drag performance by the incredible John Jarboe from the Bearded Ladies Cabaret (Philadelphia)accompanied by vocalist/pianist Pax Ressler, dance performance by Subcircle, film projections, beer from Banded Brew, wine and light fare from local Biddeford businesses including Nibblesford, Elda and Sweetcream Dairy.

Recurring Event Open Studios

Dragon’s Breath Pottery

Dragon's Breath Pottery 191 Depot Rd, Warren, ME

Dragon's Breath Pottery is a well-known Staple on the Coast of Maine. Bridgette makes a wide variety of functional dishware and sometimes sculptural pieces, as well as full dish sets. A Stoneware pottery open shop with guest artists and pottery wheel demos throughout the weekend. Full Shop with plenty of pottery and other Maine-made products as well. New pots are brought into the shop every few weeks.

Recurring Event Open Studios

Sale at Kremer Glass Studio

Kremer Glass Studio 621 Sligo Road, North Yarmouth, ME

In North Yarmouth Maine, come by and be wowed by the works of the award winning Glass Artist Martin Kremer and his students.

The influence of architecture, quilts, Maine scenery, Native America, and more can be seen in these glass works. Glass is a fascinating medium. Some pieces come out exactly as planned while others send us in a whole new direction!

Stop by, browse, buy, and enjoy Cider and cookies!