Join the fun of creating big happy expressive flowers in watercolor with Dustan Knight. In one of her most popular workshops, Dustan demonstrates step-by-step how to prepare, develop and finish a design of large flowers on a colorful background. A great workshop for artists of all levels, Dustan offers supportive critiques and hands on help throughout the class.

Saturday, April 13th from 11am-3:30pm in the Kittery Art Association Art HUB lower level workshop space.

Materials:

• Lunch

• Watercolor paper (D’Arches Coldpress 140 pound) at least 10 x 14” Dustan will have paper for sale at workshop

• Support board to tape paper to

• Masking tape

• Assorted watercolor brushes

• Assorted watercolor paints (Happy colors - especially bright yellow, rose red, turquoise blue and cobalt blue)

• A plastic palette (or white paper plates, etc.)

• Paper towels

• Pencil and eraser

• Plastic trash bag

• And again LUNCH!

Dustan Knight is a well known local artist with more than forty years of experience in painting watercolor landscapes. With a MFA from Pratt institute in New York City and a MA in Art History from Boston University, Dustan retired from teaching full time at an Art College to dedicate herself to her studio work.

This talk will be an introduction of the many facets of an artist’s presence on the web. Like it or not, a presence on the web is important. It can help you reach a wider audience, promote sales, increase your visibility and recognition.

We will be discussing some of the basic terminology of the web and the how you can promote yourself. We will talk about online marketplaces, website builders and custom websites, with examples. We will also touch upon social media and protecting your work. There are a number of additional subjects we can talk about depending on time and audience interest.


Tickets: $20/person. RSVP here: www.kitteryartassociation.org/barrytarr-web-rsvp
Admission must be paid in full at the reception desk via cash/check/credit when you arrive for the event.

Doors: 4:30 pm

Barry Tarr: I have been a photographer since I was twelve. In high school I met someone who became my photographic mentor, learning darkroom techniques as well as the art of photography. At the same time, I also had my first introduction to computer programming. The decision I faced was what direction to take in my career. I chose computers and went on to develop computer systems for over 40 years. I continue to be involved in photography and I am fortunate to see my two passions become one.

We invite you to join in a celebratory evening with a great community!

The KAA is thrilled to host Lana Vogestad, the host and creator of YNDI Yoga, which is premiering its third season on public television starting February 14th! (Check your local listings)

This reception will take place in person on Friday, March 1st from 6-8pm at the Kittery Art Association gallery. Featuring live musical performance by Jonathan Blakeslee and the Band of Fronds and an YNDI video installation.

Refreshments will be provided. Free, and open to the public.

"Series creator and host Lana Vogestad made her public television debut in February 2022 with the first season of YNDI Yoga, transforming the genre of wellness on public television with groundbreaking visuals and soundscapes that elevated lifestyle programming into art, with a minimalist aesthetic inspired by Iceland, where the American Vogestad taught yoga for years, as reflected in the series title’s use of the Icelandic word for bliss, yndi." - Susan Hellman

Lana Vogestad, a certified E-RYT 500, visionary and accomplished visual artist, is the host and creator of the national TV series on PBS and the Create channel YNDI Yoga. Since 2008, Lana has shared her yoga expertise on an international scale, conducting extensive teaching engagements in Iceland, the Netherlands, Atlanta, New England, including Cliff House in Maine. Within her portfolio of workshops and retreats, Lana has also taught in specialized programs for the cancer community. Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of yoga traditions and guided by her extensive training under renowned instructors, Lana artfully weaves the rich teachings of various yoga styles into her classes. She holds the distinction of being the most senior international teacher of the Barkan Method of Hot Yoga. Lana's academic achievements include an MFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York City and a BA from Bates College in Maine. In 2020, her creation, YNDI, earned a place in the Official Selection of the Reykjavík International Film Festival. Lana's vision has further materialized into a national TV series on PBS and the Create channel through American Public Television. Above all, Lana takes immense pride in YNDI Yoga's ability to harmoniously amalgamate her experiences as an artist, yoga practitioner, and teacher, to connect with universal energy, elevate consciousness and build connections with others.

As a visual artist, she has shown her work over the years in various venues, galleries and project spaces internationally, including New York City, Berlin, Iceland, Atlanta, and Portsmouth, NH. Lana was a highlighted artist in Sound and Vision: Atlanta Film Festival in 2013 and has shown immersive video and sound installations at 3S Artspace in Portsmouth, NH; Thalpein in 2018, Meditations and Transitions in 2021, and in an event with Arms and Sleepers from Berlin in 2023.

Join us for an oil painting demonstration with Dennis Poirier, Tuesday, February 20th from 5-7pm in the Gallery. In this demonstration, the artist will create a piece using a small outdoor study for reference. Poirier is against using photographs as reference, and stresses the importance of working from life whenever possible.

“We must paint to the best level that we can earth time, it is not an easy path but is very rewarding all the way.” - Dennis Poirier.

Tickets: $20/person. RSVP here: www.kitteryartassociation.org/rsvp-poirier-demo
Admission must be paid in full at the reception desk via cash/check/credit when you arrive for the event.

Doors: 4:30 pm

We are thrilled to announce that Dennis Poirier will be holding a two day workshop in the KAA HUB on Saturday, April 6th & Sunday, April 7th. More information coming soon!

Dennis Poirier grew up in Gloucester, Massachusetts. The colors, sights, and sounds of the busy port and fishing fleet inspired Dennis. His earliest memory is of his father drawing his portrait.   Dennis says his parents always supported his art and that gave him confidence. 
Dennis began to paint and soon became a part of the long line of Cape Ann’s contribution to American impressionist painters. He feels proud and fortunate to be part of the Cape Ann legacy.



Dennis began his studies in high school and then went to Butera School of Art in Boston. He returned to Cape Ann to become the first student studying the Atelier System with John C. Terelak and Ted Goerschner at the newly formed Gloucester Academy of Fine Arts. Later he moved to New York City to study at the Arts Student League winning the Charles J. Romans Memorial Award at his very first national exhibit at the Allied Artists of America Show. 



He treasures his time, memories, and inspiration from artists Don Stone, David A. Leffel, John C. Terelak, Salvatore Fortunato Grasso,Tom Nicholas and Paul Strisik. 

Dennis is a member of  the  North Shore Arts Association, and Rockport Art Association. He lives in North Berwick, Maine and has a gallery and studio in his home.

Kittery Point UCC & The Kittery Art Association are thrilled to bring you a two night Holiday Concert Series featuring Susie Burke, Kent Allyn and Steve Roy

* Please Note * Advance Tickets are sold out online, however a limited number of tickets will be available in person at the door just prior to the event. In person ticket sales may be made via cash or check only.

Three of New England’s finest present an evening of holiday music and folk favorites, as longtime musical compatriots Susie Burke and Kent Allyn join with sideman extraordinaire Steve Roy to bring their popular Christmas concert to several venues throughout the Seacoast.

Over twenty years ago, singer and guitarist Susie Burke and her husband, guitarist, mandolinist and composer David Surette, began a series of annual holiday concerts with pianist, guitarist, and bassist Kent Allyn, and the shows soon became a beloved part of many people’s holiday tradition. David passed away in December 2021, leaving very large shoes to fill, and is deeply missed by so many. This year, Susie and Kent called on multi-instrumentalist Steve Roy, one of David’s great pals and very favorite musical collaborators, to join them for their 2023 holiday shows. The concerts will feature selections from Susie, David, and Kent’s holiday CD release "Wonderland," alongside a repertoire ranging from centuries-old traditional carols to unique takes on modern holiday classics. With influences and styles ranging from folk to jazz, Celtic to rock, blues to Broadway and beyond, this trio presents seasonal repertoire with heart, humor, flair, and energy!

Susie Burke is a singer, guitarist, educator and songwriter from southern Maine. Well-versed in a variety of contemporary and traditional folk styles, Susie is best known for her work in a duo with her husband, multi-instrumentalist and composer David Surette, with whom she recorded seven albums and performed for thirty-five years. Reviews in the Boston Globe have said of Burke’s singing, “her dark crystal voice is transporting”, and “her phrasing is unerringly devoted to the lyric”. Susie continues to perform and teach throughout New England and beyond, bringing a collaborative and joyful style to sharing music.

Kent Allyn is an in-demand accompanist and studio musician, as well as a key member of several groups, including Ben Baldwin & the Big Note, and the Renovators. His stellar bass, piano, and electric guitar work have been heard on numerous recordings, Susie and David’s among them.

Steve Roy is a multi-instrumentalist from Eliot, Maine who plays and teaches upright bass, mandolin, fiddle, guitar, and ukulele. Fluent in a vast array of musical styles from bluegrass to jazz to heavy metal, he has toured with many of the acoustic world’s top acts, and is well known locally for his work with numerous groups such as Old Hat Stringband, Jazzputin and the Jug Skunks, High Range, and Steve and Dave Play Dead, his Grateful Dead tribute duo with David Surette.

In addition to performing many concerts, David Surette taught countless students over the years with his warm and winsome style. This year’s concerts will feature a guest number performed by some of David’s students, several of whom are now teacher/performers themselves.

This year’s concerts will take place on December 15th & 16th at 7:00 PM at the Kittery Point UCC, 23 Pepperrell Road, Kittery Point, 03905

Tickets: Advance Tickets are sold out online, however a limited number of tickets will be available in person at the door just prior to the event. In person ticket sales may be made via cash or check only.

Doors: 6:30 pm

Kittery Point UCC & The Kittery Art Association are thrilled to bring you a two night Holiday Concert Series featuring Susie Burke, Kent Allyn and Steve Roy

* Please Note * Advance Tickets are sold out online, however a limited number of tickets will be available in person at the door just prior to the event. In person ticket sales may be made via cash or check only.

Three of New England’s finest present an evening of holiday music and folk favorites, as longtime musical compatriots Susie Burke and Kent Allyn join with sideman extraordinaire Steve Roy to bring their popular Christmas concert to several venues throughout the Seacoast.

Over twenty years ago, singer and guitarist Susie Burke and her husband, guitarist, mandolinist and composer David Surette, began a series of annual holiday concerts with pianist, guitarist, and bassist Kent Allyn, and the shows soon became a beloved part of many people’s holiday tradition. David passed away in December 2021, leaving very large shoes to fill, and is deeply missed by so many. This year, Susie and Kent called on multi-instrumentalist Steve Roy, one of David’s great pals and very favorite musical collaborators, to join them for their 2023 holiday shows. The concerts will feature selections from Susie, David, and Kent’s holiday CD release "Wonderland," alongside a repertoire ranging from centuries-old traditional carols to unique takes on modern holiday classics. With influences and styles ranging from folk to jazz, Celtic to rock, blues to Broadway and beyond, this trio presents seasonal repertoire with heart, humor, flair, and energy!

Susie Burke is a singer, guitarist, educator and songwriter from southern Maine. Well-versed in a variety of contemporary and traditional folk styles, Susie is best known for her work in a duo with her husband, multi-instrumentalist and composer David Surette, with whom she recorded seven albums and performed for thirty-five years. Reviews in the Boston Globe have said of Burke’s singing, “her dark crystal voice is transporting”, and “her phrasing is unerringly devoted to the lyric”. Susie continues to perform and teach throughout New England and beyond, bringing a collaborative and joyful style to sharing music.

Kent Allyn is an in-demand accompanist and studio musician, as well as a key member of several groups, including Ben Baldwin & the Big Note, and the Renovators. His stellar bass, piano, and electric guitar work have been heard on numerous recordings, Susie and David’s among them.

Steve Roy is a multi-instrumentalist from Eliot, Maine who plays and teaches upright bass, mandolin, fiddle, guitar, and ukulele. Fluent in a vast array of musical styles from bluegrass to jazz to heavy metal, he has toured with many of the acoustic world’s top acts, and is well known locally for his work with numerous groups such as Old Hat Stringband, Jazzputin and the Jug Skunks, High Range, and Steve and Dave Play Dead, his Grateful Dead tribute duo with David Surette.

In addition to performing many concerts, David Surette taught countless students over the years with his warm and winsome style. This year’s concerts will feature a guest number performed by some of David’s students, several of whom are now teacher/performers themselves.

This year’s concerts will take place on December 15th & 16th at 7:00 PM at the Kittery Point UCC, 23 Pepperrell Road, Kittery Point, 03905

Doors: 6:30 pm

Tickets: Advance Tickets are sold out online, however a limited number of tickets will be available in person at the door just prior to the event. In person ticket sales may be made via cash or check only.

The 2023 Kittery Art Association Annual Meeting will be held in person at our Gallery: 2 Walker Street, Kittery ME on Sunday, November 12th from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Please RSVP using the form below if you plan to attend.

Feel free to bring snacks for yourself or to share. Beverages will be provided by the KAA.

SOLD OUT - Join us for an evening of live music at the Kittery Art Association, featuring Ben Baldwin and Kent Allyn!

Ben and Kent have been traveling the rich landscape of American popular music for almost half a century, bringing forth all kinds of musical discoveries. They are excited to share their most recent treasures with the community at the beautiful new KAA! This country's greatest gift to the world is the music that could only be created here, by all her people. Artists to be highlighted may include, but are not limited to, Dizzy Gillespie, The Band, Donald Fagen, Curtis Mayfield, Glen Miller, Marvin Gaye, Ned Claflin.

Saturday, November 4th from 7:30-9:00 PM

Doors: 7:00pm

Admission: $15/person

SOLD OUT

Join Betsy Wish for a mixed media sculpture demonstration at the Kittery Art Association!

Betsy Wish taught elementary school art in the Andover, Ma, Public Schools for 25 years. For 8 years she was a studio artist at the Brush Art Gallery in Lowell, MA, working primarily in mixed media and collage. During this time she painted wall murals for local decorators and the Lowell Trolly Museum. After moving to Kittery 16 years ago, Betsy has shifted her focus to photography during the summer months, and continues to work with mixed media the rest of the year.

During this demonstration, Betsy will demonstrate the steps involved in creating a mixed media sculptures:

1. Repurposed materials needed (as well as other materials, tools needed)
2. Demonstration of how to assemble your sculpture
3. Demonstration of how to use creagauze
4. Demonstration of how to paint your sculpture, while adding embellishments

Location: The Kittery Art Association HUB (Lower Level Studio Space)
2 Walker Street, Kittery, ME

Admission: $15/person. Please preregister for this event using the form below and pay at the front reception desk when you enter the gallery on the night of the demo.

Doors: 6:30pm.

Please preregister for Betsy Wish’s Mixed Media Sculpture Demo using this form:

Want to learn more about how to advance your art career? Are you curious about artist residencies, grants for artists, public art projects, community engagement, writing proposals, and more? Join us for an overview on professional practices for artists and learn the different paths that you can take as an artist to advance your art career!

We are thrilled to welcome Amanda Kidd-Kestler for Advancing Your Art Career. This 1.5 hr. lecture includes valuable information, resources, and lessons for working artists. Each artist will go home with a list of resources to help apply the lessons learned in the workshop. There will also be a 30 minute Q&A session after the program.

Thursday, October 19th from 6:00-8:00pm.

Doors: 5:30pm.

Admission: $20.00/person, please pay at the door when you enter the gallery on the night of the demo.
Please preregister for the event using the form at the bottom of this page.

Student Testimonial:

"I took Amanda’s class “Advancing your Art Career” at the Mosaic Art Collective in Manchester this past April.

Amanda’s presentation included all aspects of the behind-the-scenes of an artist’s life from online presence, artist statements, CVs and Bios to application opportunities.

One can never take enough classes on how to be better at all the things and how to wear all the hats, but Amanda did such a great job, that I felt empowered to look further into new opportunities and in turn got two of my pieces into a museum show. A real first. 

Thanks so much, Amanda for being a generous resource."

-Daniella Wenzel, artist

Amanda Kidd-Kestler is an artist and arts organizer originally from Sag Harbor, New York. She is currently the Executive Director at the New Hampshire Art Association. An alumnae of Clark University, Amanda is an internationally-recognized professional art framer, and has taught printmaking classes at her alma mater as an adjunct professor. She served on the Worcester Arts Council from 2017-2019 and was a mover and shaker in the Worcester art scene before moving back to New York. Using printmaking, photography, ceramics, and drawing, Amanda creates artworks that explore themes of femininity, sexuality, art history, and the environment. Her work has been displayed in the Worcester and Fitchburg Art Museums, as well as in many galleries regionally.

Amanda Kidd-Kestler has built her professional career on supporting artists. As a Master Certified Picture Framer, she helped artists with framing and presentation. She has served as an educator in many different capacities, and in all of them, she has focused on helping artists get to the next level. At the New Hampshire Art Association, she provides artists with resources and dynamic programming. Amanda’s experience as both an artist and as the Executive Director of the New Hampshire Art Association has given her an inside perspective on the necessary skills and drive it takes to be successful as an artist in New England.

www.amandakiddkestler.com

Please preregister for Amanda Kidd-Kestler’s lecture: Advancing Your Art Career using this form:

David Lussier joins us at The Kittery Art Association on Tuesday September 19th from 7-9 pm for a demonstration of Alla Prima Painting. The term Alla Prima means 'At One Go'. In his remarkable treatise 'In Praise of Painterly Painters', the late artist, author and teacher, Charles Movalli wrote; painterly painters are surrounded by seeming contradictions. They finish by not finishing, include by leaving out, paint more by painting less. Their means are easy to see, the results, immediately felt. But how such seemingly insufficient means lead to these results is a mystery.

David will demonstrate the Alla Prima method and show how economy of stroke is within every painters grasp if they are willing to approach the painting process with a 'Less Is More' mind set. As he paints, David will explain how to look at the world as shapes of color and value and not as individual objects. He will talk about his palette which consists of 5 tubed colors and white and how he mixes his chromatic color harmony palette from these 5 colors and how he simplifies every aspect of the painting process in order to get at the essence of his subject.

Admission: $20/person, please pay at the door when you enter the gallery on the night of the demo.
Please preregister for the event using the form at the bottom of this page.

Doors: 6:30 pm

Please preregister for the David Lussier Alla Prima Oil Painting Demo using this form:

Dustan Knight Demo: How to Paint Waves in Watercolor
Thursday, August 17th, 6:00 - 7:30pm in the Kittery Art Association Gallery
Admission: $15.00

Dustan Knight is a well known local artist with more than forty years of experience in painting watercolor landscapes. With a MFA from Pratt institute in NYC and an MA in Art History from Boston University, Dustan retired from teaching full time at an Art College to dedicate herself to her studio work. How to Paint Waves in Watercolor is just one of the demos Dustan shares with Art Associations and art groups throughout New England.

Dustan’s painterly style is loose and spontaneous and she makes it look easy and fun. She is more concerned with expressing her personal experience than recreating a generic wave. During the step by step demonstration you will watch Dustan make decisions and changes based on her knowledge of the watercolor medium and her passion for the subject matter.

Dustan has graciously agreed to offer the full size watercolor that she will create during this demo for sale with proceeds to benefit the KAA.

Please pre-register for this Demo using the form below. Admission is $15.00 per person, and payment can be made by cash, check, or credit card when you arrive at the gallery. Doors: 5:30pm.

Join us for a night of live music, as a part of our Summer Sizzle Series at the Kittery Art Association. The Seasmoke Trio brings you a repertoire of jazz, swing, blues, and traditional American Songbook tunes. Featuring Dave Graf on guitar, Peter Braddock on drums, and Douglas Green on electric bass.

Friday, July 7th from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Kittery Art Association. Doors: 6:30 pm.

Tickets: $15, Available HERE

www.kitteryartassociation.org / www.seasmoketrio.com

About the trio:

David Graf brings exceptional skill and originality to his finger-style electric guitar playing and composing. He is joined by Peter Braddock on the drums and Douglas Green on the electric bass. Seasmoke plays jazz, swing, blues, and traditional American songbook tunes. The repertoire includes original compositions as well as selected songs by notable American and international composers and popular artists. David, Peter, and Douglas all live in Kittery Maine.