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| Sanford & Vickery at the Blum College of the Atlantic |
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|  Sanford & Vickery at the Blum College of the Atlantic Description: July 12 - August 23, 2013 The Blum is proud to exhibit the work of two alumni artists this season -- Blakeney Sanford '02 and David Vickery '89. Blakeney's site-specific installation and David's paintings will be on display Friday, July 12 through Friday, August 23, with an opening reception Thursday, July 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Images from top: Blakeney Sanford, Blue Tube -- 7.85, epoxy resin, fiberglass screen, rebar, 35' x 9' x 2.5', 2009. David Vickerey, Rockport, oil on canvas, 30" x 32," 2010. [show more] | |
| Talking Graphics with Waterscapes College of the Atlantic |
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|  Talking Graphics with Waterscapes College of the Atlantic Description: An exhibition: Talking Graphics with Waterscapes created by Jane Davis Doggett July 7 through August 3, 2012 Image description: Eagle over the Porcupines off Bar Harbor, at sunrise from atop Cadillac Mountain Opening reception is Friday, July 6, 2012, 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Exhibition is open July 7 through August 3 | |
| Travels Near and Far, A Retrospective College of the Atlantic |
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|  Travels Near and Far, A Retrospective College of the Atlantic Description: Elizabeth Moss Galleries and College of the Atlantic presents Ethel H. Blum Travels Near and Far, A Retrospective August 30 - September 29, 2012 Opening Reception Thursday, August 30 from 5 - 7 p.m. Front image: Detail from New York Skyline by Ethel H. Blum, 14" x 20", oil on canvas | |
| Glaciers to Granite: Acadia--A Centennial Celebration College of the Atlantic |
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|  Glaciers to Granite: Acadia--A Centennial Celebration College of the Atlantic Description: Glaciers to Granite: Acadia--A Centennial Celebration Thomas Blagden at College of the Atlantic's Ethel H. Blum Gallery July 11-August 26, 2016 An exhibit of Thomas Blagden's work depicts his personal vision from years of photographing Acadia National Park, and is based on his new book Acadia National Park: A Centennial Celebration. Tom's photographs show the many moods, habitats, and subtle details that create Acadia's unique sense of place, even to those already familiar with the area. Glaciers to Granite: Acadia--A Centennial Celebration is on view July 11 to August 26, through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at COA's Ethel H. Blum Gallery. Opening reception & book signing: Thursday, July 14, 2016 from 5 to 7 p.m. Slide presentation & book signing: Monday, August 22, 2016 from 5 to 7 p.m. in COA's Thomas S. Gates, Jr. Community Center These events are co-hosted, with Friends of Acadia, free, and open to the public. Front: Receding Wave on Cobble Stones, Ocean Path, Acadia NP (2014), dye transfer/sublimation print on metal, 24" x 36", copyright Thomas Blagden. [show more] | |
| Turkish Delights, Buddhas, and Veils: Photographs from the Mid and Far East College of the Atlantic |
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|  Turkish Delights, Buddhas, and Veils: Photographs from the Mid and Far East College of the Atlantic Description: August 17 - September 21, 2012 Join us for an opening reception on Thursday, August 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The Middle Eastern travels of Clare Stone are seen, felt, and experienced in this exhibit for the senses. | |
| A Place to Take Root, The History of the Terra Cotta Pot and the Garden Container in America College of the Atlantic |
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|  A Place to Take Root, The History of the Terra Cotta Pot and the Garden Container in America College of the Atlantic Description: August 14 - September 18 This special collection explores the secret history of the humble garden pot from its origins in the ancient world to its place in today's elegant contemporary garden. Featuring work by Guy Wolff, Whichford Studios, Lunaform, seldom-seen pieces by Eric Soderholtz and others. Guy Wolff will give a lecture and demonstration on the potters wheel at the opening reception. Opening reception on Sunday, August 15 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm Image: page from original E.E. Soderholtz catalogue, circa 1920s. [show more] | |
| The Art of the Book College of the Atlantic |
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|  The Art of the Book College of the Atlantic Description: The Art of the Book Fine 20th-Century Bindings from a Private Collection Opening reception: Sunday, September 20, from 5 to 7 p.m. Exhibition runs through Saturday, October 10 | ||
| Patten, Maine: Portraits by Arturo Patten College of the Atlantic |
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|  Patten, Maine: Portraits by Arturo Patten College of the Atlantic Description: Opening reception: Sunday, September 21, 5-7 pm Exhibition runs through October 25. The exhibition was made possible with the assistance of Lenore Hansen, Frances McKenney and the town of Patten: and the generous support of Mr. and Mrs. Gerrish Milliken, Diana and Luigi Albertini, Anne and John Milliken, Cornelia T. Winthrop, Chi Mei and Raffaello Orlando, Stuart Bernstein, and Art Matters, Inc. Image: Fred Bates, Puddle Maker, by Arturo Patten, photograph, 1996 [show more] | ||
| Marin in Maine College of the Atlantic |
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|  Marin in Maine College of the Atlantic Description: Marin in Maine Oils and watercolors by John Marin (1870-1953) from private collections and the artist's estate. Photographic portraits of Marin by George Daniell. Opening reception: Thursday, August 13, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Exhibition runs through September 12 Special thanks to Norma Marin, the Richard York Gallery, and Mr. and Mrs. Edward McC. Blair for making this show possible. Image: Lobster Boat Off Cape Split, watercolor, 1939, 13 ¾ by 18 inches. Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Edward McC. Blair. [show more] | ||
| Russians in Retrospect: Constructivist Art from the Robert and Maurine Rothschild Collection College of the Atlantic |
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|  Russians in Retrospect: Constructivist Art from the Robert and Maurine Rothschild Collection College of the Atlantic Description: Opening reception: Sunday, August 17, 5 to 7 p.m. Exhibition runs through September 13 Image: Popova Liubov, Med Vervis. Brush and India ink and watercolor, 1921. Photo: Warren Hill | ||
| An Island Invitational College of the Atlantic |
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|  An Island Invitational College of the Atlantic Description: An Island Invitational Oils and acrylics by Robert Goodman, Alan McCord, and Judy Taylor. Sculptural work by Shirley Fuerst. Opening reception: Sunday, July 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. Exhibition runs through Saturday, August 8 Gallery hours: Noon to 5 p.m., Wednesday-Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday Front: Robert Goodman, Trees at Dusk, acrylic, 1996, 13 by 19 inches | ||
| A Salute to Wingspread: Aurelia Brown, Marian Olin, and Adele Seronde College of the Atlantic |
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|  A Salute to Wingspread: Aurelia Brown, Marian Olin, and Adele Seronde College of the Atlantic Description: A Salute to Wingspread: Aurelia Brown, Marian Olin, and Adele Seronde Opening reception: Sunday, July 11, 5 to 7 p.m. Exhibition runs through Saturday, July 31 Blum Gallery hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Tues - Sat. Front: Adele Seronde, Iris, oil, four feet in diameter | ||
| East/West: Yoga, Calligraphy, and Stones College of the Atlantic |
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|  East/West: Yoga, Calligraphy, and Stones College of the Atlantic Description: East/West: Yoga, Calligraphy, and Stones Silk scroll, ink drawings, and photographs by Leon Chang, Walter Compton (1941-1995), Philip Heckscher, Steve Katona and Christopher Lyman Opening reception: Thursday, October 15, 4 to 6:30 p.m., with calligraphy demonstration at 5:30 Exhibition runs through November 14 Front: To Write, Chinese character, ink calligraphy by Philip Heckscher | ||
| The Tallit Katan: Does God Care if I Make Them Out Of...? College of the Atlantic |
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|  The Tallit Katan: Does God Care if I Make Them Out Of...? College of the Atlantic Description: The Tallit Katan: Does God Care If I Make Them Out Of...? Jewish ritual garments created from ordinary and extraordinary materials, by Bob Gottlieb. Opening reception: Sunday, December 6, 4 to 6 p.m. Exhibition runs through Saturday, January 9 Gallery hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Mon. - Sat. Front: Tallit Katan based on Israeli, Palestinian, and U.S. flags, 1997, by Bob Gottlieb | ||
| Unmasking Tribal Africa College of the Atlantic |
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|  Unmasking Tribal Africa College of the Atlantic Description: Unmasking Tribal Africa June 10 - July 3 Spirit beings and memories of departed ancestors are imbued in ceremonial masks and baskets from the traditional cultures of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, Africa, displayed in a special exhibit curated by Dominic Muntanga, COA class of 2004 The Ethel H. Blum Gallery College of the Atlantic | |
| Philadelphia on the Rocks College of the Atlantic |
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|  Philadelphia on the Rocks College of the Atlantic Description: Philadelphia on the Rocks July 7 - August 8, 2004 Philadelphians have long enjoyed the charms of Mount Desert Island. Six contemporary painters: Stanley Bielen, Emily Brown, Tish Ingersoll, Douglas Martenson, David Shevlino, and Scott Wright depict the contrasting scenes of city and country. Image 3: Wing & Sunspot oil on polyflax 62" x 48", 2003 Scott Wright | |
| Ancient Traditions, Contemporary Visions College of the Atlantic |
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|  Ancient Traditions, Contemporary Visions College of the Atlantic Description: Ancient Traditions, Contemporary Visions August 14-September 21 Art has the capacity to convey timeless values of truth and beauty even as it confronts violence and change. Five American artists from Asian, Middle Eastern and Western traditions express complex multi-cultural realities in painting and sculpture. Eyal Danieli~Bob Gottlieb~Philip Heckscher~Nina Kuo~Wasma'a Chorbachi Opening reception on Sunday, August 17, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Front: "Mount Desert," Philip Heckscher, 1999, 24" x 36" [show more] | ||
| Photographs by Bill McDowell College of the Atlantic |
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|  Photographs by Bill McDowell College of the Atlantic Description: Photographs by Bill McDowell May 23 - June 5 The Gallery College of the Atlantic Bar Harbor, Maine Opening reception: Friday, May 23, 4:00-6:00 Gallery hours: 9 to 5, Mon.-Fri. | ||
| House and Windmills Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  House and Windmills Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Black and white postcard of windmills and a white wooden house shaded by trees. Dated 1907. | ||||
| View of Southwest Harbor, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
|  View of Southwest Harbor, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Black and white postcard of a View of Southwest Harbor, ME. | |||||
| Somesville Church, Somesville, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
|  Somesville Church, Somesville, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Black and white postcard labeled "Somesville Church 76". | |||||
| Entrance to Somes Sound, Mt. Desert, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Entrance to Somes Sound, Mt. Desert, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Black and white postcard of entrance to Somes Sound. Northeast Harbor, Me. | ||||
| Seal Harbor, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
|  Seal Harbor, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Black and white postcard of Seal Harbor, ME. Card published by Jordan Pond House. | |||||
| Lafayette National Park View, Somesville, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
|  Lafayette National Park View, Somesville, ME Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Sepia postcard of Lafayette National Park, Somesville ME. (2 copies.) Lafayette National Park was the original name of Acadia National Park. | |||||
| Clipper Ship Panparo Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
|  Clipper Ship Panparo Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Postcard of Clipper Ship Panparo. The front of the postcard is marked: "My Uncle Capt. Calvin Coggins sailed the clipper ship Panpero (Sp)around the world in the year 1853. It took 9 months to make the trip, by way of Cape Town and San Francisco." Capt. Coggins born Lubec, ME. 1825-1902. Card is signed by Joseph A DeLaittre, 1958. Pic 11 |