Art Galleries in Portland

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Art Galleries in Portland

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  • tazmama
    Williamsburg, VA5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a lovely little gallery. Patricia is knowledgeable and friendly and has a passion for artists from the region. I am a repeat customer!
    Written September 27, 2023
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  • Diane527
    Buffalo, NY22 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you love art and are in Portland, Maine, this art gallery is fabulous. They consistently show beautiful work and on my July visits there is always excellent representation of Maine artists. Check it out!
    Written July 9, 2024
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  • Jamie H
    Peaks Island, ME55 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Gem Gallery is a collective gallery of island based artists, where even the year round folks can find unique jewelry, pottery, paintings, and sculptures you won't see anywhere else.
    Written March 3, 2018
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  • Pamela A
    133 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a beautiful gallery in the Old Port. The artwork is displayed well and the variety is great. I went this past Wednesday to hear Colin Page speak. It was an interesting and impressive talk. There was ample time to take in the gallery after the talk.
    Written July 31, 2023
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  • Daniel P
    Alfred, ME56 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The collection changes frequently and the sculpture garden is cool. It's a nice 15 minute diversion all within walking distance of some fun restaurants: Bogusha's, Pickles and Po Boys, Susan's Fish and Chips and Ginza Town to name a few...
    Written September 17, 2016
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  • Raezyl
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a wonderful show! The contrast between the 2 main artists in this gallery, a classical realist and an impressionistic colorist, is something to see. And the sculptures are stunning!
    Written October 1, 2023
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  • RuthandMoshe
    Fair Lawn, NJ1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting pictures and art works are displayed in the gallery, just few steps from the Art Museum definetely worth a visit.
    Written August 20, 2016
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  • NHjo
    Saco, ME13,733 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We reallly enjoyed looking at the beautiful oil paintings. There are lots of great artists represented here, both international and local. We especially liked the nautical and city scenes.
    Written March 15, 2023
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  • J D
    Burgess Hill, UK3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Danielle, the gallery owner, makes beautiful, contemporary abstract expressionist paintings of Peaks Island that really capture the soul of the place.

    She also chooses to feature artists from the greater area, including many from Peaks itself. It distinguishes itself in terms of fresh perspectives on local landscapes and distinctive single-artist shows.

    It's a small gallery and totally worth a visit when on island.
    Written February 20, 2023
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  • Maurene_K
    Dover, NH12,327 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    After happening upon and visiting Arcana, I went to nearby Fore River Gallery where I found hand-made jewelry and the expected fine art.

    One very different type of art was by an artist who made collages of sizable insects such as large beetles.

    Another artist made bead jewelry.

    An artwork I particularly liked was a very realistic landscape painting on two canvases. The top canvas depicted a bridge that appeared to be a railroad trestle. The lower panel was a pair of parallel train tracks which lined up exactly with train tracks running under the trestle in the panel above. I thought the composition was quite clever.

    I rate Arcana at 4.50 and can recommend a visit.

    The reason for the delay in submitting this review was due to a months-long loss of my ability to post photos with my reviews.

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    Written September 28, 2022
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  • Clemantine B
    1 contribution
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Too many artists most of the work looks like Paint by number The Walmart of Galleries. Go somewhere else if you want good art
    Written July 24, 2024
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  • Kate A
    8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Community of over 75 artists working in a wide field of mediums. Studio tours with artists by appoiuntment or chance or during events. Enriching space with equipment and professional artists.
    Written January 3, 2024
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  • NHjo
    Saco, ME13,733 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I'm surprised there aren't more reviews for this place, seeing that it's in Old Port and there were tourists from two cruise ships when we went. The pottery and glassware are beautiful and very high quality (with prices to match). We especially loved the brown stoneware and the colorful glass buoys, but everything was exquisite. All the items are crafted by Maine artists.
    Written October 18, 2022
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  • Andelena P
    Hanalei, HI19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Love love love these rugs. If you want a unique and high-quality rug then Angela Adams is your choice. These rugs are meant to last generations something you can pass down to your children and grandchildren.
    Written June 19, 2024
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