Opening Reception Painted Fiction
Please join us for the opening reception of Painted Fiction, celebrating the work of Maine artists and their vibrant, innovative approaches to painting. The reception will take place in conjunction with May First Friday on May 1, from 5–7pm.
Curated by artist Barbara Sullivan, Painted Fiction celebrates the work of over a dozen dynamic Maine artists who are redefining the timeless art of painting with fresh, imaginative, and innovative approaches. Together, their works breathe new energy into the practice of painting, capturing the ironic, nostalgic, romantic, and even grotesque facets of our current culture. Each piece offers a vivid reflection of our world through the artist’s eyes, inviting viewers to rediscover the magic of painting, explore their own interpretations, and connect the art to their personal experiences.
Image credit: Alicia Ines Ethridge, Watchers of the Ember Woods (Detail), Oil on Linen, 2025, 22” x 30”
Thank you to our sponsors Kennebec Savings Bank, The Harold Alfond Foundation, the City of Waterville, and Colby College.
Artists Include:
Meg Shields