We are lucky enough to live in one of the most beautiful places in Maine. The Kennebunks have been sited in numerous journals and websites on many “top tens” of Maine, New England and even the Untied States. We are known for our quaint, coastal village feel and we are just that - a coastal village. With that comes one of our favorite characteristics of the coast: the place that doesn't close for the winter, the place where everyone is welcome and the place that reminds us daily of how truly amazing and beautiful our home is. The beach.
In Kennebunkport, Goose Rocks Beach has been voted one of Maine’s top ten beaches. This three-mile stretch of sand is loved by locals, tourists, and of course, artists. While the rest of us spread out towels and settle in on beach chairs, these local artists mount their easels in the sand and spread out only colors and canvas. We store memories in mere minutes with our cellphones and cameras, while they take the time to capture that tiny piece of paradise in paint.
Then there are the Kennebunk Beaches. Less than a mile away from the gallery, Kennebunk offers not one, but three beaches. Each have their own distinct personalities, yet all attract the artist who has the need to capture the wonder of the sea. Gooch’s Beach boosts sand and surf, similar to the grand scapes we see from Craig Mooney. Middle Beach offers a rocky coast of crashing waves and sea creatures, not unlike Jeffery Fitzgerald’s work. Then there is Mother’s Beach. A beach that boasts not only a giant castle making sandbox, but a wonderful playground and safer water for smaller children to make memories like those of artist, Liz Hoag. As diverse as this stretch of coast is, one thing holds true. Artists love them all.
In the gallery we have a variety of Maine artists. All have their favorite pieces of Maine, and many, at one point, have found their way to the ocean. We are blessed to be surrounded by work like "Beginning" by Daniel Corey, "Shifting Tide" by Philip Frey and "Jousting" by William B. Hoyt. We are lucky to have skilled and talented artists who are able to beautifully recreate this place we love - this place we call home.
No matter what season you choose to visit our little town, know the beaches will be here to welcome you in. Stop and smell the sea roses, walk in the sand and enjoy this unique and wondrous coastline. And of course, please visit us here at Maine Art Paintings and Sculpture at 14 Western Ave. We will be happy to help you find a little piece of Maine and her beaches to take home with you.
Pines and Roses by Janis Sanders
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