Bring a sketchbook and pencil and join us for an afternoon of drawing in one of Maine's fabulous museums. Forge an intimate connection with museum collections, while improving your own work by studying the techniques of the masters. Guidance and critical feedback are provided as needed. At the end of our visit, we will meet up to share our results with the group. Museum admission is included in fee. Location: Bowdoin College Museum of Art in Brunswick. Participants will meet at the museum.

Come check out Hammond Farm Disc Golf Course, here in North Berwick at 410 Fox Farm Hill Rd.  You will get a lesson and some practice time before you head out on the course to play a round. If you are a beginner, pro player Scott Walsh will introduce you to the game; if you have some experience playing, Scott will help you improve your disc golf skills.

We will provide the discs if you need them, so all you need to bring is your sense of adventure and willingness to have fun!  

Rain date is September 19

Join seasoned forager David Spahr on an immersive mushroom hunt, exploring habitats, structures, and safe foraging practices. Uncover surprises in each walk, shaped by season and location. Suitable for all ages (8-15 with a registered parent), this moderate-difficulty hike promises an exciting, educational adventure. Supply List: Notebook and pen to take notes, sensible clothing and footwear, water, snack and bug repellant. A basket or bags are optional. NOTE: This class will start with an outdoor talk at the waterfront followed by the walking portion.

In this installment of Ed Higgins’ Atelier style classes, we’ll be exploring and studying the human form with Charcoal. Open to artists of any experience level, you will warm up with quick gesture drawings, followed by more sustained poses. Live models will be clothed, and we ask that you kindly tip the model something at the end of each class. The materials list is simple: Charcoal and White chalk (Vine, compressed sticks, and Pencils), a kneaded eraser, and an 18 x 24” pad of Newsprint. Contact the instructor if you have any questions (ed_higgins@icloud.com). Class runs in an open-studio style format. *No Class: 10/13.

Yin yoga is a style of yoga where passive yoga posture(poses) are held for extended periods of time. Typically 3-5 min., sometimes longer. In these passive postures, muscle activity is minimized, with a focus on stretching connective tissues, such as fascia, ligaments and tendons. We will gently settle into postures, supported by yoga props, while deeply connecting to breath. These longer holds allow the muscles to lengthen passively and for physical releases under the skin to occur. This practice supports overall flexibility, circulation, and range of motion in the joints and ligaments. It also is a practice in mindfulness, as conscious breathing occurs, quieting the mind and supporting nervous system health. This class is for those new to yoga, as well as seasoned yogis looking for a deep stretch. Yoga blocks/bolster are encouraged if you have them, otherwise the teacher has props to use during class. *No Class: 10/13.

This is the follow up to Ed Higgins’ Summer Abstract Class. This open studio experience will allow you to continue or pursue your abstract work independently, in a supportive environment under the tutelage of an experienced instructor. Every class ends with a spotlight of a past or contemporary abstract artist; concentrating on a discussion and visual analysis of their work. Attendance in a previous art class by Ed Higgins is recommended, but all artists are welcome, regardless of training or experience. All you need is a desire to express yourself. There is no set materials list for this class. Contact the instructor if you have any questions (ed_higgins@icloud.com). *No Class: 10/13.

Come join us as we explore the wonders of clay! You will develop and use it to create unique pieces of your own design through a variety of techniques. You will be encouraged to try the manual and electric wheels, roller, carving tools, and beautiful glazes to bring the pieces you imagine to life. Beginners to experts welcome.

Class scheduled as follows;
Classes 1-4: For creation
Class 5: Prepping pieces for firing
Class 6: Glazing pieces

Clay and glaze cost is $45 due to the instructor at the first class.

There is a max of 15 students per session.

No class: 10/13, 11/24, 2/16

An intro to the bright and shiny world of glass on glass mosaics. Bring a nature photo for inspiration or go with the flow for an abstract adventure. Mosaic substrate is an unfinished wooden picture frame with a clear glass back. The first two classes are for breaking, arranging and gluing glass. The third class we will grout and finish. Tools will be provided for in class use. No experience required! All Materials provided. A material fee of $35 must be paid to the instructor on the first night of class.