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  • Which Stitch? A Community Fiber Group

    • 5 Jan 2026
    • 28 Dec 2026
    • 52 sessions
    • Kaleidoscope Studio, ArtWaves
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    Which Stitch?

    Mondays from 9 AM - 12 PM in the Kaleidoscope studio.

    Which Stitch? is a community group where participants bring their current fiber and needle projects to work and converse with each other. Participants are welcome to use ArtWaves' supply of materials to knit, crochet, sew, mend, embroider, weave, felt, cross stitch, and so much more! Beginning instruction can be provided and the occasional special guest will introduce new techniques and demo their work. 

    This ongoing group maintains an email list for people interested in receiving regular updates and information. If you would like to be included, please email office@artwavesmdi.org.

    Which Stitch? is a drop-in group, no registration is required. It is free for ArtWaves Members and a $5 suggested donation for non-members

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  • Perspective: Creating the Illusion of Depth

    • 7 Jan 2026
    • 28 Jan 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • ArtWaves, Kaleidoscope Studio
    • 2
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    Perspective: Creating the Illusion of Depth

    Wednesdays, January 7, 14, 21, & 28, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM in the Kaleidoscope Studio


    Have you ever struggled with making windows, doors and buildings look realistic in your drawings and paintings?

    This four-session course will explain the simple system discovered in the Renaissance, called Linear Perspective, that will add to your tool kit to create more accurate drawings and paintings, especially of the built environment. The idea that things appear to be smaller in the distance, is deceptively simple.

    In this course, instructors Joan Vienot and Rick Osann will explain the system of Linear Perspective and how to apply it to your existing drawing skills through demonstration and mentored practice.

    About the Instructors:

    Rick Osann has been painting in watercolor since the early 1970’s. After various careers as a professional Scenic Artist working for stage, film & TV in New York City, and teaching art/theatre/film at Bonny Eagle High School in southern Maine, Rick is now happily focusing on his painting in Bar Harbor, Maine. Rick provides instruction in painting and drawing.

    Joan Vienot received state teacher certification in Fine Art from the University of Northern Colorado. She taught art in a public high school in Colorado for 3 years. She moved to Northwest Florida, where she enjoyed a business career, and also taught numerous art classes and workshops to adults. In 2022 Joan moved to Maine to paint the rocky coastline. Joan offers instruction in drawing and plein air painting.

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  • Felting Friday: Lobster Claws

    • 9 Jan 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • ArtWaves, Fine Art Studio
    • 8
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    Felting Friday: Lobster Claws with Mariah Reading

    Friday, January 9th, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM in the Kaleidoscope Studio


    The second Friday of the month from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, drop into the studio for a relaxed and creative felting session led by instructor Mariah Reading.

    This is an informal, drop-in group perfect for both seasoned felters and curious beginners. Each week, Mariah will be working on a specific felting project that you are welcome to follow along and make, providing a great way to learn new techniques.

    All felting supplies will be available for you to use, whether you want to work on Mariah's featured project or pursue your own felted creation. It's a wonderful time to socialize with other fiber artists, keep your hands busy, and enjoy the calming, repetitive motions of felting!

    Come learn, create, and connect!

    About the Instructor: Mariah Reading is an eco-artist and strong advocate for the existence, preservation, and accessibility of the National Parks. She was born and raised in Bangor, Maine where the surrounding landscape gave her a deep appreciation of nature’s beauty that was reinforced by her degree in Visual Arts at Bowdoin College. The 2016 National Park Centennial propelled her Recycled Landscapes, designed to bring attention to the need of preserving and protecting the environment. Having already visited 33 National Parks, she plans to continue her project in all 63 US National Parks. Mariah has dedicated herself to the field of eco-art through Art Residencies at Denali, Zion, Acadia, Guadalupe Mountains National Parks, working as an Arts In the Parks Volunteer at the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, assisting in Yosemite Facelift efforts, developing a K-12 STREAM curriculum with University of California Santa Barbara Oceanography students, and creating conservation workshops with the Channel Islands National Park. She has exhibited work in San Antonio, TX; Seattle, WA; Fort Collins, CO; McKinley Village, AK; Brunswick, ME; and Kamuela, HI; Poughkeepsie, NY; Davis, CA; Rockland, ME; and Portland, ME. From April through September, Reading has worked as an environmental interpreter.

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  • Art & Sip: Mosaic Coasters

    • 9 Jan 2026
    • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • ArtWaves, Fine Art Studio
    • 10
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    Art & Sip: Mosaic Coasters

    Friday, January 9th, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM in the Kaleidoscope Studio

    Every Friday evening, we will offer a beginner-friendly class to pair with your favorite local beverage. BYOB!

    All materials will be provided. Just bring your creativity and your favorite beer or wine to enjoy as you craft.

    About the Instructor: Mariah Reading is an eco-artist and strong advocate for the existence, preservation, and accessibility of the National Parks. She was born and raised in Bangor, Maine where the surrounding landscape gave her a deep appreciation of nature’s beauty that was reinforced by her degree in Visual Arts at Bowdoin College. 

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  • Sunrise on Cadillac Acrylic Painting with Mariah Reading

    • 12 Jan 2026
    • 26 Jan 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • ArtWaves, Kaleidoscope Studio
    • 8
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    Sunrise on Cadillac Acrylic Painting with Mariah Reading 

    Mondays, January 12th, 19th, and 26th, 1 PM - 4 PM in the Kaleidoscope Studio

    Join us for an intro/ intermediate impressionist landscape painting series.

    Painting will be done on a 16x20" canvas board with acrylic paints of a sunrise view from the top of Cadillac Mountain.

    We will work with BIG and GESTURAL strokes focusing on color relationships unique to Mount Desert Island.  All materials and instructions provided. 

    About the Instructor: Mariah Reading is an eco-artist and strong advocate for the existence, preservation, and accessibility of the National Parks. She was born and raised in Bangor, Maine where the surrounding landscape gave her a deep appreciation of nature’s beauty that was reinforced by her degree in Visual Arts at Bowdoin College. The 2016 National Park Centennial propelled her Recycled Landscapes, designed to bring attention to the need of preserving and protecting the environment. Having already visited 33 National Parks, she plans to continue her project in all 63 US National Parks. Mariah has dedicated herself to the field of eco-art through Art Residencies at Denali, Zion, Acadia, Guadalupe Mountains National Parks, working as an Arts In the Parks Volunteer at the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, assisting in Yosemite Facelift efforts, developing a K-12 STREAM curriculum with University of California Santa Barbara Oceanography students, and creating conservation workshops with the Channel Islands National Park. She has exhibited work in San Antonio, TX; Seattle, WA; Fort Collins, CO; McKinley Village, AK; Brunswick, ME; and Kamuela, HI; Poughkeepsie, NY; Davis, CA; Rockland, ME; and Portland, ME. From April through September, Reading has worked as an environmental interpreter.

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  • Printmaking Tote Bags with Mariah Reading

    • 13 Jan 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • ArtWaves, Kaleidoscope Studio
    • 14
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    Printmaking Tote Bags with Mariah Reading

    Tuesday, January 13th, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM in the Kaleidoscope Studio


    Join artist Mariah Reading for a fun class of block printing tote bags! During this casual class, you'll learn the fundamentals of block printing by creating your own custom design, then use your carved block to print a unique pattern onto a canvas tote bag.

    All materials and instructions are included, so just come ready to create!

    About the Instructor: Mariah Reading is an eco-artist and strong advocate for the existence, preservation, and accessibility of the National Parks. She was born and raised in Bangor, Maine where the surrounding landscape gave her a deep appreciation of nature’s beauty that was reinforced by her degree in Visual Arts at Bowdoin College. The 2016 National Park Centennial propelled her Recycled Landscapes, designed to bring attention to the need of preserving and protecting the environment. Having already visited 33 National Parks, she plans to continue her project in all 63 US National Parks. Mariah has dedicated herself to the field of eco-art through Art Residencies at Denali, Zion, Acadia, Guadalupe Mountains National Parks, working as an Arts In the Parks Volunteer at the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, assisting in Yosemite Facelift efforts, developing a K-12 STREAM curriculum with University of California Santa Barbara Oceanography students, and creating conservation workshops with the Channel Islands National Park. She has exhibited work in San Antonio, TX; Seattle, WA; Fort Collins, CO; McKinley Village, AK; Brunswick, ME; and Kamuela, HI; Poughkeepsie, NY; Davis, CA; Rockland, ME; and Portland, ME. From April through September, Reading has worked as an environmental interpreter.

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  • Art & Sip: Shell Decoupage Trinket Trays

    • 16 Jan 2026
    • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • ArtWaves, Fine Art Studio
    • 11
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    Art & Sip: Shell Decoupage Trinket Trays

    Friday, January 16th, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM in the Kaleidoscope Studio

    Every Friday evening, we will offer a beginner-friendly class to pair with your favorite local beverage. BYOB!

    Instructor Mariah Reading will introduce you to the technique of shell decoupage. You'll learn how to select and prepare natural shells, carefully apply delicate papers or napkins, and finish the pieces with a durable sealant to create beautiful trinket trays. By the end of the evening, you will leave with a finished shell tray perfect for holding jewelry or keys.

    All materials, including natural shells, decoupage papers, adhesive, brushes, and sealant, will be provided.

    About the Instructor: Mariah Reading is an eco-artist and strong advocate for the existence, preservation, and accessibility of the National Parks. She was born and raised in Bangor, Maine where the surrounding landscape gave her a deep appreciation of nature’s beauty that was reinforced by her degree in Visual Arts at Bowdoin College. The 2016 National Park Centennial propelled her Recycled Landscapes, designed to bring attention to the need of preserving and protecting the environment.

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  • Beaded Pine Tip Earrings with Mariah Reading

    • 20 Jan 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • ArtWaves, Kaleidoscope Studio
    • 11
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    Beaded Pine Tip Earrings with Mariah Reading

    Tuesday, January 20th, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM in the Kaleidoscope Studio


    Create a unique pair of earrings inspired by the beauty of Maine's pine trees. In this class, you will craft beaded earrings that resemble the delicate tip of a fresh pine bow. Using wire, jewelry tools, and beads, you will learn step-by-step how to construct these charming dangling earrings. No prior jewelry-making experience is necessary; complete instructions from start to finish will be provided.

    All materials and tools are included.

    This class is designed for adults and motivated teens. Participants will have the opportunity to customize the size and color of their earrings and will leave with a finished pair of their own pine-inspired creations.


    About the Instructor: Mariah Reading is an eco-artist and strong advocate for the existence, preservation, and accessibility of the National Parks. She was born and raised in Bangor, Maine where the surrounding landscape gave her a deep appreciation of nature’s beauty that was reinforced by her degree in Visual Arts at Bowdoin College. The 2016 National Park Centennial propelled her Recycled Landscapes, designed to bring attention to the need of preserving and protecting the environment. Having already visited 33 National Parks, she plans to continue her project in all 63 US National Parks. Mariah has dedicated herself to the field of eco-art through Art Residencies at Denali, Zion, Acadia, Guadalupe Mountains National Parks, working as an Arts In the Parks Volunteer at the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, assisting in Yosemite Facelift efforts, developing a K-12 STREAM curriculum with University of California Santa Barbara Oceanography students, and creating conservation workshops with the Channel Islands National Park. She has exhibited work in San Antonio, TX; Seattle, WA; Fort Collins, CO; McKinley Village, AK; Brunswick, ME; and Kamuela, HI; Poughkeepsie, NY; Davis, CA; Rockland, ME; and Portland, ME. From April through September, Reading has worked as an environmental interpreter.

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  • Art & Sip: Framed and Painted Blackout Poems

    • 23 Jan 2026
    • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • ArtWaves, Fine Art Studio
    • 8
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    Art & Sip: Framed and Painted Blackout Poems

    Friday, January 23rd, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM in the Kaleidoscope Studio

    Every Friday evening, we will offer a beginner-friendly class to pair with your favorite local beverage. BYOB!

    Instructor Mariah Reading will introduce you to the unique and meditative art form of Blackout Poetry. You'll learn how to transform pages from recycled books into completely new works by selectively circling words to form a poem, then using paint and mixed media to "blackout" the rest of the text. By the end of the evening, you will leave with a completely finished, framed piece of original art and poetry ready to display.

    All materials, including recycled book pages, paints, mixed media supplies, brushes, and the frame, will be provided. Just bring your creativity and your favorite beer or wine to enjoy as you craft.

    About the Instructor: Mariah Reading is an eco-artist and strong advocate for the existence, preservation, and accessibility of the National Parks. She was born and raised in Bangor, Maine where the surrounding landscape gave her a deep appreciation of nature’s beauty that was reinforced by her degree in Visual Arts at Bowdoin College. The 2016 National Park Centennial propelled her Recycled Landscapes, designed to bring attention to the need of preserving and protecting the environment. Having already visited 33 National Parks, she plans to continue her project in all 63 US National Parks. Mariah has dedicated herself to the field of eco-art through Art Residencies at Denali, Zion, Acadia, Guadalupe Mountains National Parks, working as an Arts In the Parks Volunteer at the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, assisting in Yosemite Facelift efforts, developing a K-12 STREAM curriculum with University of California Santa Barbara Oceanography students, and creating conservation workshops with the Channel Islands National Park. She has exhibited work in San Antonio, TX; Seattle, WA; Fort Collins, CO; McKinley Village, AK; Brunswick, ME; and Kamuela, HI; Poughkeepsie, NY; Davis, CA; Rockland, ME; and Portland, ME. From April through September, Reading has worked as an environmental interpreter.

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  • Make a Felted Carabiner with Mariah Reading at VOLTA

    • 29 Jan 2026
    • 2 sessions
    • Volta Climbing Gym

    Make a Felted Carabiner with Mariah Reading at VOLTA

    Thursday, January 29th | Kids Session - 3:00 - 5:00 PM | Adult Session 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Volta Climbing Gym


    Volta is hosting ArtWaves for a felted carabiner session on Thursday, January 29th - with both an adult and kids session.

    Register here on Volta's website. 

    About the Instructor: Mariah Reading is an eco-artist and strong advocate for the existence, preservation, and accessibility of the National Parks. She was born and raised in Bangor, Maine where the surrounding landscape gave her a deep appreciation of nature’s beauty that was reinforced by her degree in Visual Arts at Bowdoin College. The 2016 National Park Centennial propelled her Recycled Landscapes, designed to bring attention to the need of preserving and protecting the environment. Having already visited 33 National Parks, she plans to continue her project in all 63 US National Parks. Mariah has dedicated herself to the field of eco-art through Art Residencies at Denali, Zion, Acadia, Guadalupe Mountains National Parks, working as an Arts In the Parks Volunteer at the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, assisting in Yosemite Facelift efforts, developing a K-12 STREAM curriculum with University of California Santa Barbara Oceanography students, and creating conservation workshops with the Channel Islands National Park. She has exhibited work in San Antonio, TX; Seattle, WA; Fort Collins, CO; McKinley Village, AK; Brunswick, ME; and Kamuela, HI; Poughkeepsie, NY; Davis, CA; Rockland, ME; and Portland, ME. From April through September, Reading has worked as an environmental interpreter.

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  • Art & Sip: Glass Jar Mosaic Candle Holders

    • 30 Jan 2026
    • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • ArtWaves, Fine Art Studio
    • 12
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    Art & Sip: Glass Jar Mosaic Candle Holders

    Friday, January 30th, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM in the Kaleidoscope Studio

    Every Friday evening, we will offer a beginner-friendly class to pair with your favorite local beverage. BYOB!

    Instructor Mariah Reading will introduce you to the process of creating mosaic pieces on glass. You'll learn how to transform a simple glass jar into a colorful, illuminated candle holder by designing, adhering, and grouting small pieces of glass and tile. By the end of the evening, you will leave with a completely finished, durable candle holder that adds a warm, beautiful glow to any space.

    All materials, including the glass jar, colorful glass and ceramic pieces, adhesive, grouting supplies, and a tea light candle, will be provided. Just bring your creativity and your favorite beer or wine to enjoy as you craft.

    About the Instructor: Mariah Reading is an eco-artist and strong advocate for the existence, preservation, and accessibility of the National Parks. She was born and raised in Bangor, Maine where the surrounding landscape gave her a deep appreciation of nature’s beauty that was reinforced by her degree in Visual Arts at Bowdoin College. The 2016 National Park Centennial propelled her Recycled Landscapes, designed to bring attention to the need of preserving and protecting the environment. 

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207-266-0010
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