above: Julia Muzyka Public Art, Gary Stallsworth photo
UMVA-LA has had a great summer filled with so much creativity blossoming all around us! Our Inaugural Art exhibit “Then and Now” was hosted by Kimball Street Studio, showcasing both early and recent work by the artists.
Then and Now exhibit, Gary Stallsworth photo
The exhibit opened at July’s Art Walk and closed with our August meeting where we held a Pecha-Kucha formatted artist talk with all the exhibiting artists. It was inspiring hearing the journeys of so many wonderful artists. Stay updated by following us on FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/UMVALewistonAuburn/
We had an artist talk by Grayling Cunningham, owner of The Studio (shared artist space in Lewiston), co-founder of Art Walk L-A, chair of the UMVA-LA Chapter, advisory board president of Outright L-A, and wearer of many hats in the community. We also had the honor of hearing Jody Dube ceramicist and educator at Lewiston High School and all around amazing and inspiring person! Jody shared his journey, his work in schools as well as being a long time member of the Maine arts community.
Jody Artist Talk, Gary Stallsworth photo
We have installed more public art, including one crosswalk that is about to be installed, more fire hydrants, murals, and have much more planned! The Hive Artist co-op also hosted a public art talk to help inspire folks to get involved and also let them know what opportunities are available.
Art Walk Lewiston Auburn season is in full swing and is being extended until December. AWLA is held on the third Friday of the month from 5-8pm. We will be creating more of a shop local, shop small artisan and crafter culture through the November and December Art Walks. FMI https://www.facebook.com/ArtWalkLewistonAuburn/
Sunday Indie Market is held the third Sunday of every month from 12-4 at Dufresne Plaza located on Lisbon Street in Lewiston. UMVA-LA is collaborating with the Downtown Lewiston Arts District to create a monthly event with local art, artisans, vintage wares, live music, a beer and wine garden, and food trucks. FMI https://www.facebook.com/SundayindiemarketLewiston/
Harvest Masquerade Ball 2016, Gary Stallsworth photo
The UMVA Lewiston Auburn and Downtown Lewiston Art District would like to invite you to join us for our second annual Harvest Masquerade costume ball Saturday Oct 28th 8pm -12am at the Agora Grand Event Center 228 Bates St Lewiston. This is a fundraiser for our UMVA-LA chapter, for our continued work with public art projects, and for our work with the local arts community.
Celebrate the season with a night of dancing, to our fabulous DJ from last year’s event and our amazing live music The Youngerbloods!!!! Halloween-inspired art, tours of the crypt, costume contests and a silent horror film on the giant projection screen.
Tickets can be purchased at http://events.eventzilla.net/e/harvest-masquerade-ball-2138928087
We would really love for folks to get in the spirit and have Costume Ball Attire. Couples who dress together in Ball Attire will be entered to be named King and Queen (or King and King or Queen and Queen) Prizes will also be awarded for our Dungeon Master (Scary Costume) and Jester (Funny Costume) of the Ball!
FMI https://www.facebook.com/events/244293976052483/ Invite your friends!
Submitted by: Grayling Cunningham He, His, Him
Union of Maine Visual Artists Lewiston Auburn