Plein Air Painters Tour Around Town (August 20th)
2025-08-20 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Part of Artascope’s 2025 Plein Air Art Festival.
Local professional artists will be painting Plein Air in Yarmouth, ME from 9AM-11AM and again from 1PM-3PM on four different dates at various locations including downtown scenic spots, local gardens, coastal, and other water views. You can find these artists at select locations on the following days during our festival:

Wednesday, August 13th from 9AM-11AM and/or 1PM-3PM
Saturday, August 16th from 9AM-11AM and/or 1PM-3PM
Wednesday, August 20th from 9AM-11AM and/or 1PM-3PM
Saturday, August 23rd from 9AM-11AM and/or 1PM-3PM

Participating artists include:

Amy Toneys
Jessica LaPlante
Rachel Houlihan
Pamela Shockey
Beverly Bono
Linda Rowell-Kelley
Laurie Lefebvre
Kevin Tacka
Michael E. Vermette
Kathleen Sutherland
Francie Cook
Tucker Love
Catherine Bickford
Alice Mellin
Marilyn Bickford
Coralie Curran
John Ford
Eric Jacobsen
Beau Madden
Alexandra Hall
Amera Caballero

You can pick up an Artist Location map at Artascope (48 Railroad Square, Yarmouth, ME) starting Wednesday, August 13th. NOTE: Some artists are only painting part of a day and some on select days only. The map will have more detail on when and where to find them painting. You can download a PDF of the artist tour map HERE.
FREE (All ages welcome)

Use Color to Conjure Mood One-Day Workshop
2025-08-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Wednesday, August 20th from 10AM-5PM. Part of the Plein Air Art Festival.
Learn how to utilize color harmonies to create mood in your plein air paintings with artist Catherine Bickford.
Mystery is one of the most important aspects of any painting and color is often the easiest way to create it. Color can translate your areas of interest to the viewer directly. It is common to make the mistake of painting right over the best color compositions in an effort to “finish” the painting. In this class we will slow down, stay loose, and use color with intention and to create dramatic results.
Color mixing is an enjoyable process and a skill that requires practice. In this class we will learn how to use six basic colors (Cadmium Red, Quinacidrone Magenta, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Yellow Light, Phthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue and Titanium White) to create almost any color.
The focus will be on learning complementary and harmonious color schemes. Mystery is the most important aspect of any painting and color is often the easiest waya to create it. Color can translate your areas of interest to the viewer directly and we often paint right over the best color compositions. In this class we will slow down and use color with more intention and to more dramatic result.
Please bring your materials, as well as your easel set up for painting outside. If you do not have the materials from the list below, just bring what you have. If you prefer to work with oil, that is fine, too. I personally work with an acrylic ground and oil on top.
Meet at Artascope Studios in Yarmouth at 9:45AM
There will be a lunch break from 1pm-2pm. You can bring your own lunch or check out one of the local restaurants in Yarmouth.
Workshop fee: $149.

Materials List:
Heavy Body Acrylic Paint Tubes (“Basics” Brand by Liquitex)
Titanium White
Ultramarine Blue
Cadmium Yellow Medium
Cadmium Red Medium
Cadmium Yellow Light
Quinacridone Magenta
Phthalocyanine “Phthalo” Blue
You will need a medium to large jar of Acrylic Paint Medium in a Matte Finish
Gray Scale & Value Finder (The Color Wheel Company)
Color Wheel
Paper Towels
Canvases 9 x 12 or larger is the best for this class.
Vine Charcoal for drawing on canvas. It’s VERY important that you purchase VINE CHARCOAL, it’s softer and easier to erase than regular charcoal.
Metal Palette knife
Strathmore Palette Paper Pad to mix paint on 12″x16” (Big size is better for color mixing)
Brushes (2 or 3 of each size)
Flat Brush 1/2″ or larger (for Acrylic Paint)
Bright 1/2″ or larger (for Acrylic Paint)
Flat Brush 1/4″ (for Acrylic Paint)
Small Round Size 4 or Smaller (for Acrylic Paint)
Here are a few physical stores in our area (Ask for Student Discount 10% off):
Artist & Craftsmen: 540 Deering Avenue, Ptld, ME
Art Mart: 517 Congress Street, Portland, ME
Michaels: 490 Payne Road, Scarborough, ME
Online Stores Include:
Dick Blick www.dickblick.com
Cheap Joes www.cheapjoes.com

About the instructor: Catherine Bickford

Pastel for Beginners at the Yarmouth Farmers Market
2025-08-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Yarmouth Farmers Market, 200 Main Street (Memorial Green), Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Thursday, August 21st from 3pm-6pm* at the Yarmouth Farmers Market.
Stop by the Yarmouth Farmers Market (located in the heart of Yarmouth on Memorial Green in front of the Town Hall) for a free mini-class in drawing with pastels.
*Choose from two 90-minute sessions (3:00PM-4:30PM or 4:30PM-6:00PM).
All ages welcome to join.
FREE TO ATTEND. Please register for the date and time slot you want to attend so we know how many to expect.

Plein Air Painters Tour Around Town (August 23rd)
2025-08-23 09:00 - 15:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States

Wax Carving Gemstone Ring - Two-Day Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-08-24 09:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Learn how to carve a wax ring, which will be sent out to be cast in Sterling Silver after the first workshop day of August 24th. You will finish the ring on the second workshop day of September 14th by adding a bezel cup and setting the gemstone.
Students will choose one gemstone to set in the ring. PLEASE BRING A SKETCHBOOK AND PENCIL.
DAY ONE – August 24th from 9:30AM-4:30PM
In the first class, students will learn to carve a ring from wax and quickly get to work. Once our design is finished at the end of class we will send the rings out to a caster and then receive them in time for the second class.
DAY TWO – September 14th from 9:30AM-4:30PM
The second part of the workshop will consist of cleaning up the metal casting, creating a bezel cup and soldering to the ring. We will be sanding, filing, cleaning up the ring, setting the stone and polishing the ring for final finish.
$199 workshop fee does not include materials. The $55 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop via Venmo, CASH, or credit card. (For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have an hour break for lunch on both days. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.
Open to adults only.

About the instructor: Olivia Boi creates jewelry at her home and metals studio in Maine. Sterling silver, brass, and beautifully cut stones are the bread and butter to her practice. She started Strong Moon Metals December 2017 and hasn’t looked back ever since. You can find more of her work on her website, or in person at local shows around the Portland area.
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Torch Fired Enamel - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-09-06 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Saturday, September 6th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
Learn the basics of torch firing and fusing colored powdered glass enamel onto vintage pennies or copper shapes to create colorful metal pieces. The materials fee of $30 includes all necessary materials, such as handouts, enamels, opalescent, stringers, ear wires and leather for pendants, and display cards for gift giving. This class will teach you the ancient technique of adding color to metals.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials.
The materials kit is $35 and can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.
Laura’s workshops are open to teens ages 13 and up when accompanied by an adult.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.
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Metalsmithing for Beginners Tuesday 6-week Artist Series
2025-09-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts September 16th (Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.)
Learn the basics of jewelry metalsmithing in a fun, relaxed atmosphere–no prior experience required. Each class will introduce tools and techniques to include hammering, soldering, and riveting, as well as ways to shape and texture metal. Class projects include a hammered cuff, fold-formed leaves and simple soldered rings as well as samples to inspire individual creativity and ways to customize projects. This series will also include important information on tool & equipment safety. A class overview can be emailed upon request.
Fee does not include materials. The required $30 materials supply kit can be purchased directly from the instructor. The kit includes brass and copper in various sizes of wire and sheet, one piece of sterling silver for a ring and some other materials to experiment with.
Optional: A selection of sterling silver wire and ready-made bezels and stones is available for additional purchase from the instructor (not required for class projects).
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

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Beginner Bezel Setting Wednesday 6-week Artist Series
2025-09-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts Wednesday, September 17th (Wednesday mornings from 10:00AM-1:00PM for six weeks.)
This course is a full overview of bezel settings, starting with simple bezels and progressing up to custom setting unusual shapes. The first half of the series is project based. We will be making a pair of earrings, a ring, and a pendant. The second half of the series will be a self-designed project with instructor support. For the final project, a selection of stones will be available but students are also welcome to bring in small stones or objects from home. This is a beginner class, no prior metalsmithing experience is needed!
Fee does not include materials. The materials fee is $40 and includes everything needed to complete the course, including your choice of stones. The materials kit can be purchased directly from the instructor with Venmo or cash at the first class.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

About the instructor: Racheal Cooley has a degree in art and biology. She was first introduced to metalsmith jewelry making in high school and has had a passion for it ever since. She enjoys helping people discover this medium and has been teaching classes since 2023.

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Expressions in Painting WEDNESDAY 6-week Artist Series
2025-09-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts September 17th (Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
Do you have a desire to explore yourself through acrylic painting? Do you want to learn playful and visually appealing techniques that will help you communicate your artistic vision? This class will instruct you in the basics of expressionist painting techniques such as washes, scumbling, sgraffitto, and adding texture. You will learn about the great expressionist painters such as Henri Matisse and Wassily Kandinsky. And, you will discover a wealth of new tools to improve your paintings through use of value, color and composition.
Great for beginners who wish to learn the essentials of painting or for intermediate painters looking to break out of realism.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. A list of recommended supplies can be emailed upon request.

Instructor bio: Anne Schutz is a painter who lives and works in the Greater Portland area. She transforms and interprets Nature’s patterns and design to demonstrate variety of scale, line, form and beauty she observes. Anne received a BS in Studio Art from Skidmore College and a MFA in Painting from Boston University. She has taught art to adults and children regionally.

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Excerpt of student work by Lynne Walsh shown in cover image.

Beginner Metalsmithing - Thursday 6-week Artist Series
2025-09-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts Thursday, September 18th (Thursday mornings from 10AM-1PM for six weeks.)
This class will expose students to the basics of metalsmithing. Students will be introduced to the tools and techniques required to make custom, handmade jewelry. Techniques such as annealing, forming, soldering, sawing, drilling, and finishing techniques will be covered. We will be making a set of cuffs, a pair of earrings, stacking rings, and pendants. No prior experience needed. An overview can be emailed upon request.
Fee does not include materials. The materials fee is $50 and can be purchased directly from the instructor with Venmo or cash at the first class.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

About the instructor: Racheal Cooley has a degree in art and biology. She was first introduced to metalsmith jewelry making in high school and has had a passion for it ever since. She enjoys helping people discover this medium and has been teaching classes since 2023.

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Expressions in Painting THURSDAY 6-week Artist Series
2025-09-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts September 18th (Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
Do you have a desire to explore yourself through acrylic painting? Do you want to learn playful and visually appealing techniques that will help you communicate your artistic vision? This class will instruct you in the basics of expressionist painting techniques such as washes, scumbling, sgraffitto, and adding texture. You will learn about the great expressionist painters such as Henri Matisse and Wassily Kandinsky. And, you will discover a wealth of new tools to improve your paintings through use of value, color and composition.
Great for beginners who wish to learn the essentials of painting or for intermediate painters looking to break out of realism.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. A list of recommended supplies can be emailed upon request.

Instructor bio: Anne Schutz is a painter who lives and works in the Greater Portland area. She transforms and interprets Nature’s patterns and design to demonstrate variety of scale, line, form and beauty she observes. Anne received a BS in Studio Art from Skidmore College and a MFA in Painting from Boston University. She has taught art to adults and children regionally.

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Excerpt of student work by Sarah Moody shown in cover image.

Watercolor Batik One-Day Workshop
2025-09-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Sunday, September 21st from 9:00AM-4:00PM
NOTE: This workshop was originally listed to run 6/22/25, but was rescheduled to 9/21/25.
Batik is a wax-resistant dyeing technique with a rich and extensive history, tracing back thousands of years and originating in Java, Indonesia. While batik on fabric is the most familiar and practiced art form, a lesser known technique involves utilizing the batik practice with Japanese rice paper.
Guided by multimedia artist Jeanne Lally, students first create a small “practice” piece to familiarize themselves with the basic skills and materials. Next, students will choose an image and then trace their designs onto rice paper, alternating between applying wax and watercolor paint, then finally removing the wax to reveal a rich, luminous painting. No previous painting or batik experience is required.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $20 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
NOTE: This class can be messy; students are encouraged to wear play clothing or an apron.
We will have an hour break for lunch midday. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.

About the instructor: A lifelong multimedia artist, Jeanne Lally has studied under various artists and delved into many art mediums throughout her life. She is most influenced by her mother, Barbara Lally, herself a self-taught and very accomplished artist. The list of art mediums they have both studied/produced is quite long, including but not limited to enamel on copper, watercolor, oil painting, pastel, shibori, rug hooking, embroidery, pysanky and batik. After learning watercolor batik on rice paper paper, Jeanne has created many original paintings and also sells cards and prints of her work. You can view many of her paintings on Instagram @oceanartist8.

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Beginner Silver Ring Bands One-Day Workshop
2025-09-28 09:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Sunday, September 28th from 9:30AM-4:30PM
In this workshop students will make their own silver rings from start to finish. This class will cover basic metalsmithing skills, such as cutting, shaping, and joining metal. You will customize your ring bands with surface design techniques such as filing, stamping, and hammering.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $30 materials kit can be purchased at the beginning of the workshop. (For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have an hour break for lunch midday. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

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Spinner Rings - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-10-04 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Saturday, October 4th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
This workshop will guide you through the fundamentals of the metals studio, including tools, safety, soldering, filing, and sanding, to help you create a beautiful and unique spinner ring. This course is suitable for beginners, and there is a $35 materials fee, which will provide you with everything you need to complete your spinner ring.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $35 materials fee can be paid to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.
Laura’s workshops are open to teens ages 13 and up when accompanied by a parent.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Expressions in Painting WEDNESDAY 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-05 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
THIS WEDNESDAY SERIES IS FULL.
Starts November 5th (Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 11/5; 11/12; 11/19; 12/3; 12/10; and 12/17. (There is no class on 11/26.)
Do you have a desire to explore yourself through acrylic painting? Do you want to learn playful and visually appealing techniques that will help you communicate your artistic vision? This class will instruct you in the basics of expressionist painting techniques such as washes, scumbling, sgraffitto, and adding texture. You will learn about the great expressionist painters such as Henri Matisse and Wassily Kandinsky. And, you will discover a wealth of new tools to improve your paintings through use of value, color and composition.
Great for beginners who wish to learn the essentials of painting or for intermediate painters looking to break out of realism.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. A list of recommended supplies can be emailed upon request.

Instructor bio: Anne Schutz is a painter who lives and works in the Greater Portland area. She transforms and interprets Nature’s patterns and design to demonstrate variety of scale, line, form and beauty she observes. Anne received a BS in Studio Art from Skidmore College and a MFA in Painting from Boston University. She has taught art to adults and children regionally.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.
Excerpt of student work by David Finley shown in cover image.

Beginner/Intermediate Ceramics Handbuilding 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-05 13:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts Wednesday, November 5th (Wednesday afternoons from 1:30PM-4:30PM for six weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 11/5; 11/12; 11/19; 12/3; 12/10; and 12/17. (There is no class on 11/26.)
During this class you will learn the basics of hand building with clay or advance your skills. You will create both functional and sculptural forms. We will explore pinch pots, slab built and coil pots, as well as other techniques. Students will work at their own level with the guidance of the instructor. This will be a fun, creative, and exciting class.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Series fee does not include materials. Clay and glaze can be purchased from Portland Pottery or from the instructor.

About the instructor: Barry Harrison attended Arizona State University where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Ceramics.
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Although there are tools available for use in the studio, if you prefer to have your own tools, these are the basic materials to bring to class, which you can purchase from online or local craft stores:
–Basic Pottery Tool Kit
–Apron (or wear something that can get dirty)
–Small plastic bucket
–Rags
–Gloves
–Dust mask

Pastels for Beginners 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts November 5th (Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
Whether you’re new to pastels or are seeking a creative outlet, you’ll learn everything you need to create gorgeous pastel artwork—from tools and materials to simple techniques—such as blending, layering, and shading to create colorful artworks with deep textures. You will learn what paper to use, what types of pastels to choose, and how to protect your finished painting/drawing. A recommended supply list can be emailed upon request.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. A list of recommended supplies can be emailed upon request.
Open to ages 16 and up.

Instructor bio: Meara is a Maine artist currently studying studio art at the University of Southern Maine. Meara has been drawing and painting in her personal art practice for over 7 years, in which she has experimented with many mediums from pastels to 3D design. Taking from her studies at Parsons School of Design and private art mentoring over the years, she uses her own art as a place where whimsical creativity and realism meet. Inspired by fellow artists, Meara has taught art to people of all ages, and finds joy in sharing her skillset and knowledge of the craft with the local community.

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Beginner Bezel Setting Thursday 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts Thursday, November 6th (Thursday mornings from 10:00AM-1:00PM for six weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 11/6; 11/13; 11/20; 12/4; 12/11; and 12/18. (There is no class on 11/27.)
This course is a full overview of bezel settings, starting with simple bezels and progressing up to custom setting unusual shapes. The first half of the series is project based. We will be making a pair of earrings, a ring, and a pendant. The second half of the series will be a self-designed project with instructor support. For the final project, a selection of stones will be available but students are also welcome to bring in small stones or objects from home. This is a beginner class, no prior metalsmithing experience is needed!
Fee does not include materials. The materials fee is $40 and includes everything needed to complete the course, including your choice of stones. The materials kit can be purchased directly from the instructor with Venmo or cash at the first class.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

About the instructor: Racheal Cooley has a degree in art and biology. She was first introduced to metalsmith jewelry making in high school and has had a passion for it ever since. She enjoys helping people discover this medium and has been teaching classes since 2023.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Expressions in Painting THURSDAY 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts November 6th (Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 11/6; 11/13; 11/20; 12/4; 12/11; and 12/18. (There is no class on 11/27.)
Do you have a desire to explore yourself through acrylic painting? Do you want to learn playful and visually appealing techniques that will help you communicate your artistic vision? This class will instruct you in the basics of expressionist painting techniques such as washes, scumbling, sgraffitto, and adding texture. You will learn about the great expressionist painters such as Henri Matisse and Wassily Kandinsky. And, you will discover a wealth of new tools to improve your paintings through use of value, color and composition.
Great for beginners who wish to learn the essentials of painting or for intermediate painters looking to break out of realism.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. A list of recommended supplies can be emailed upon request.

Instructor bio: Anne Schutz is a painter who lives and works in the Greater Portland area. She transforms and interprets Nature’s patterns and design to demonstrate variety of scale, line, form and beauty she observes. Anne received a BS in Studio Art from Skidmore College and a MFA in Painting from Boston University. She has taught art to adults and children regionally.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.
Excerpt of student work by Donna Parkinson shown in cover image.

Bangles with Dangles - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-11-08 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Saturday, November 8th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
Learn the basics of metalwork. Participants will learn to shape, hammer, and solder metal to create unique and stylish bangles. Through guided instruction and hands-on experience, participants will gain the confidence and skills to create jewelry pieces with beautiful dangles to add a touch of glamour to any outfit. All tools and safety equipment will be provided. The $35 materials kit includes silver, brass, and copper. Participants will leave with a beautiful set of handmade bangles and the knowledge to make more.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials.
The materials kit is $35 and can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Beginner Silver Ring Bands One-Day Workshop
2025-11-09 09:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Sunday, November 9th from 9:30AM-4:30PM
In this workshop students will make their own silver rings from start to finish. This class will cover basic metalsmithing skills, such as cutting, shaping, and joining metal. You will customize your ring bands with surface design techniques such as filing, stamping, and hammering.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $30 materials kit can be purchased at the beginning of the workshop. (For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have an hour break for lunch midday. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Beginning Wheel Throwing (PART ONE) 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-10 13:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts November 10th (Mondays from 1:30PM-4:30PM for 6 weeks).
Learn centering solutions and how to pull up a cylinder the first week. See trimming techniques and finishing options the second week. From there we will cover spouts and handles and glaze techniques. Get the basics and a good foundation with this beginner level wheel throwing class.
Fee does not include materials. Clay and glaze can be purchased from Portland Pottery.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

About the instructor: Lee Cummings has over fifty years experience working with clay–thirty as a production potter, taught at Germantown Academy and Unity College, and had a one person show at the University Museum in Bangor, as well as sold her work through Littlefield Gallery and Greenhut Gallery.

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Foundations of Ceramics 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts Monday, November 10th (Mondays from 6PM-9PM for six weeks.)
Students will learn the fundamental techniques used when working with clay. Students will be learning how to make pinch pots, slab built pots, and coil pots. This class will also include an introduction to the Potters Wheel. Students will create both functional and non-functional work, Electric kiln firing will be available and each person will be working at their own level with the guidance of the instructor.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. Clay and glaze can be purchased from Portland Pottery or from the instructor.

About the instructor: Barry Harrison attended Arizona State University where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Ceramics.

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Although there are tools available for use in the studio, if you prefer to have your own tools, these are the basic materials to bring to class:
–Basic Pottery Tool Kit
–Apron (or wear something that can get dirty)
–Small plastic bucket
–Rags
–Gloves
–Dust mask
You can order a Basic Pottery Tool kit from Dick Blick or a local craft store.

Intermediate Metalsmithing - Monday 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts November 10th (Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.)
Expand your knowledge in this experimental intermediate series. Use your skills and knowledge from Beginner Metalsmithing and explore your ideas further in the direction of more advanced jewelry making. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SKETCHBOOK AND PENCIL.
Students will make:

1 pair of earrings
1 ring with bezel set stone
1 pendant with bezel set stone
2 independent study projects (project of your choice with what you have learned)

We will be working with copper, brass, and sterling silver.
Please note: It is important that students have basic metalsmithing knowledge, either through the beginner 6-week metalsmithing course at Artascope or a comparable class.
METALS USED: Copper, Brass & Sterling Silver Mixed Metals
Fee does not include materials. The required $65 materials kit fee can be paid directly to the instructor at the first class via Venmo, CASH, or credit card. Additional supplies can be purchased separately as needed for class projects.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Open to adults only.

About the instructor: Olivia Boi creates jewelry at her home and metals studio in Maine. Sterling silver, brass, and beautifully cut stones are the bread and butter to her practice. She started Strong Moon Metals December 2017 and hasn’t looked back ever since. You can find more of her work on her website, or in person at local shows around the Portland area.

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Metalsmithing for Beginners Tuesday 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts November 11th (Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.)
Learn the basics of jewelry metalsmithing in a fun, relaxed atmosphere–no prior experience required. Each class will introduce tools and techniques to include hammering, soldering, and riveting, as well as ways to shape and texture metal. Class projects include a hammered cuff, fold-formed leaves and simple soldered rings as well as samples to inspire individual creativity and ways to customize projects. This series will also include important information on tool & equipment safety. A class overview can be emailed upon request.
Fee does not include materials. The required $30 materials supply kit can be purchased directly from the instructor. The kit includes brass and copper in various sizes of wire and sheet, one piece of sterling silver for a ring and some other materials to experiment with.
Optional: A selection of sterling silver wire and ready-made bezels and stones is available for additional purchase from the instructor (not required for class projects).
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

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Make Your Own Bezel Ring or Pendant - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-11-22 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT–Join the waitlist!
Saturday, November 22nd from 1:30PM-7:30PM
Take an exciting journey through the fundamentals of the metals studio with this metalsmithing workshop! Learn the basics of tools, safety, soldering, forming, and stone setting as you create your unique bezel ring or pendant. Beginners are welcome; a $35 materials fee will provide all the supplies needed to complete the project. Get creative and craft a beautiful bezel ring or pendant.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials.
The materials kit is $35 and can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.
Laura’s workshops are open to teens ages 13 and up when accompanied by a parent.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.
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Wax Carving Gemstone Ring - Two-Day Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-11-23 09:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Learn how to carve a wax ring, which will be sent out to be cast in Sterling Silver after the first workshop day of Sunday, November 23rd. You will finish the ring on the second workshop day of Sunday, December 14th by adding a bezel cup and setting the gemstone.
Students will choose one gemstone to set in the ring. PLEASE BRING A SKETCHBOOK AND PENCIL.
DAY ONE – November 23rd from 9:30AM-4:30PM
In the first class, students will learn to carve a ring from wax and quickly get to work. Once our design is finished at the end of class we will send the rings out to a caster and then receive them in time for the second class.
DAY TWO – December 14th from 9:30AM-4:30PM
The second part of the workshop will consist of cleaning up the metal casting, creating a bezel cup and soldering to the ring. We will be sanding, filing, cleaning up the ring, setting the stone and polishing the ring for final finish.
$199 workshop fee does not include materials. The $55 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop via Venmo, CASH, or credit card. (For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have an hour break for lunch on both days. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.
Open to adults only.

About the instructor: Olivia Boi creates jewelry at her home and metals studio in Maine. Sterling silver, brass, and beautifully cut stones are the bread and butter to her practice. She started Strong Moon Metals December 2017 and hasn’t looked back ever since. You can find more of her work on her website, or in person at local shows around the Portland area.

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Earrings as Gifts - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-12-06 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Saturday, December 6th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
Participants will be guided through jewelry-making basics, from selecting materials, tool use, and safety to cutting and shaping metal to oxidizing and soldering pieces. Make up to four sets of earrings from scratch–textured studs, silver hoops, hammered brass, and torch-fired enamel copper. This course has a $35 materials fee, including handouts to re-create your favorites at home, earring cards, and boxes for gift giving. Beginner level.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $35 materials fee is paid to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.
Laura’s workshops are open to teens ages 13 and up when accompanied by a parent.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.
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Pysanky Egg Dyeing One-Day Workshop
2025-12-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Sunday, December 7th from 9:00AM-4:00PM
NOTE: This workshop was postponed from July 13th to December 7th as of 7/1/25.
Take a journey into the ancient Ukrainian art of Pysanky egg dyeing. In this immersive workshop, you’ll learn the intricate techniques of decorating eggs using wax-resist and progressive dyeing methods, creating stunning and unique designs. Students can expect to create 2 finished eggs, the first being a traditional design with lots of teacher support including oral and written directions/pictures. The second egg can be another design with instructions, or students can use their creativity to produce their own unique designs.
Findings will be available to make the hollow eggs into hanging decorations if desired. Led by mixed media artist Jeanne Lally, you’ll explore the history and symbolism behind Pysanky, as well as master the tools and materials needed to craft your own beautiful creations. No prior experience necessary – all skill levels are welcome!
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $15 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
NOTE: This class can be messy; students are encouraged to wear play clothing or an apron.
We will have an hour break for lunch midday. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.

About the instructor: A lifelong multimedia artist, Jeanne Lally has studied under various artists and delved into many art mediums throughout her life. She is most influenced by her mother, Barbara Lally, herself a self-taught and very accomplished artist. The list of art mediums they have both studied/produced is quite long, including but not limited to enamel on copper, watercolor, oil painting, pastel, shibori, rug hooking, embroidery, batik, and of course pysanky. Barbara noticed the ornately decorated eggs on the cover of a cookbook, and the rest was history. She was a member/juror in the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, taught pysanky in numerous venues, and her pysanky artwork was featured in Yankee Magazine. Jeanne learned the art of pysanky through her mother, and now teaches the craft in honor of Barbara, who passed in 2023.
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Earrings as Gifts - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-12-20 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Saturday, December 20th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
Participants will be guided through jewelry-making basics, from selecting materials, tool use, and safety to cutting and shaping metal to oxidizing and soldering pieces. Make up to four sets of earrings from scratch–textured studs, silver hoops, hammered brass, and torch-fired enamel copper. This course has a $35 materials fee, including handouts to re-create your favorites at home, earring cards, and boxes for gift giving. Beginner level.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $35 materials fee is paid to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.
Laura’s workshops are open to teens ages 13 and up when accompanied by a parent.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.

Click here to view our cancellation policy.
