November 2006
Susan Tuttle and Sandy Ste. George
Treasures, Trinkets, & The Mermaid's Tail
Two Local Artists Share Their Latest Wares
Artists Sandi Ste. George of Harpswell and Susan Tuttle of Bowdoinham are coming together this fall to present an eclectic mix of their latest works at Portland's own Casco Bay Frames-The Gallery.
Ste. George's love of the sea and fascination with mermaids is evident in her artwork. She uses brightly colored pencil drawings, clay and plaster masks decorated with found beach objects, and mosaic panels to celebrate these mystical creatures.
Tuttle considers herself to be a mixed media artist who has particular interests in collage with vintage imagery, assemblage, altered art, and abstract painting. She states, "I love color, texture, and playing with various mediums to express whatever happens to be in my heart and mind in the moment." Some of her work will be published this winter in a book entitled Kaleidoscope: Projects and Ideas to Spark Your Creativity (North Light Books, March 2007).
Both artists look forward to having you join them at their opening reception, Friday, November 3rd 5-8pm at The Gallery at Casco Bay Frames at Back Cove Hannaford Plaza, Portland. Light food and drink will be served. The show runs from November 1-30th. Contact Tony for more information at 774-1260 or tony@cascobayframes.com
"The Field Photography of Will Richard"
View the work of Will Richard. Exhibit hours are Monday thru Friday from 10am - 6pm and Saturdays 10am-5pm. Casco Bay Frames is located at 295 Forest Avenue in the Hannaford Plaza (Exit 6B off I-295.) For more information call Tony at 877-774-8100 toll free or local at 207-774-1260
A wine and cheese reception showing a large range of Richard's photographs will be held on Friday, September 1st, from 5-7 p.m. The photographer will be present to introduce and discuss his work.
About the Artist
The photography of Will Richard records scenes from his home state of Maine to eastern Canada and Greenland just short of the North Pole, as well as to Antarctica. He is a Registered Maine Guide with a PhD in Geography and an MA in Anthropology. His photographs include landscapes, villages and portraits of villagers, flora and fauna, and aerials. Currently, he is working on a book The Far Northeast. Recently, Will produced a State of Maine calendar for the Department of Conservation. Ongoing activities include photographer for the International Appalachian Trail (8 years) and for the Smithsonian Institution's Gateways Project (4 years). In 2002, he was a Mellon Environmental Fellow in residence at Bates College.
In the spring of 2005, his work will be presented at the Smithsonian Institution at a Greenland Symposium. His work has been shown at LL Bean, Bates and Bowdoin Colleges, Maine Audubon, Quebec / Labrador Foundation, Maine State House, Chewonki Foundation, Newburyport Art Association, Chocolate Church, and through the Smithsonian Institution's Arctic Studies Center.
In 2004, his field time included a May through June trip to Iceland and Greenland with his wife, Lindsay. In late spring 2005, he will be returning to the Floe Edge in the Arctic and will later in the year co-lead a trip to coastal Labrador.
Casco Bay Frames is located at 295 Forest Avenue in the Hannaford Plaza (Exit 6B off I-295.) and is one of Portland's premier custom framing shops specializing in conservation framing techniques using archival quality materials. The new owners, Tony and Heather Cox have recently added a large selection of original paintings, prints, photographs and American crafts representing numerous local artists. For more information about Will Richard and the reception call 877-774-8100 toll free or local at 207-774-1260 or visit our website, http://www.cascobayframes.com.
Contact Tony at 774-1260 or tony@cascobayframes.com for more information or more pictures.
7th Annual
Casco Bay Frames Employee Art Exhibit
View the works of Elizabeth Fraser, Michael Fraser, Sal Clark, Holly Karolkowski and Tony Cox during the month of May. Exhibit hours are Monday thru Friday from 10am - 6pm and Saturdays 10am-5pm. Casco Bay Frames is located at 295 Forest Avenue in the Hannaford Plaza (Exit 6B off I-295.) For more information call 207-774-1260 or email the info1@cascobayframes.com. Details on the Art Show are also available on our Website at http://www.cascobayframes.com/
An artists opening reception will be featured on Friday, May 5th, 2006 from 5pm-8pm.
Casco Bay Frames, a Portland based Frame Shop and Gallery, hosts a unique art event each May that celebrates the artistic forte of their talented staff. A frontrunner in this unique concept, the Annual Employee Art Exhibit is a perfect boost of moral for staff members, and it allows customers and friends of the shop to see an alternate side of the design team and framers that help them with their framing needs throughout the year.
This year's exhibit features cartoons & photographs by Sal Clark, original oil and watercolor paintings by both Michael and Elizabeth Fraser, collage and multi media work by store manager, Holly Karolkowski, and photography by store owner, Tony Cox. Kick off your Cinco de Mayo with a visit to Casco Bay Frames for the Opening Reception on Fri, May 5th from 5-8pm and enjoy snacks, drinks and an eclectic mix of original artwork.
info1@cascobayframes.com Tel: 207-774-1260 Fax:207-771-8902 295 Forest Ave, Portland, Maine 04101
Store Hours: Monday through Friday - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.