The New England Foundation for the Arts awards the artist $45,000 for ‘Burnt-Out Wife.’
Bob Keyes
Bob Keyes writes about the visual and performing arts for the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram. He appreciates that his job requires him to visit museums and attend plays and concerts across Maine, and most enjoys interviewing artists in their studios. He’s a New Englander by birth, and has lived in Maine off and on, most recently since 2002. He lives in Berwick with his wife, Vicki, and their son Luke.
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A Cafe & Bakery a welcome addition to Wells
Good food, service and atmosphere – what more can you ask for?
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With 3 generations of artwork challenging Americans this summer, Wyeths command a moment
Two new exhibits in Rockland delve intimately into Jamie Wyeth’s fondness for Monhegan and grief over losing his wife, debuting at a time of public fascination with his celebrated grandfather N.C. and father, Andrew.
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Judge unconvinced – for now – that Robert Indiana was underpaid for ‘LOVE’ image
However, the protracted legal battle that pits the late artist’s estate against the foundation that controls his iconic image continues.
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Bates Dance Festival opens with free concert and lessons
The festival begins with a hip-hop weekend, starting Thursday on the college’s quad.
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Mural of Portland Harbor by activist artist is saved, but it needs a home
The Southern Maine Democratic Socialists of America is storing the 6-by-12-foot piece and hoping to place it where all the people can see it.
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Maine writers – and a librarian – bring home book awards
The Maine Literary Awards honors recently retired Bangor Public Library director Barbara McDade.
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Dairy Delite in Berwick lives up to its name, and more
The ice cream is great, and so are the burgers and chicken tenders.
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Exhibit explores how a vision blossomed into Haystack center of craft
The Portland Museum of Art blockbuster tells the school’s early story, providing the context for its continued success and influence.
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Mills says state will help Portland accommodate asylum seekers
Rep. Chellie Pingree joins the governor and other state officials for a meeting at Merrill Auditorium and then a tour of the city’s emergency shelter at the Portland Expo.