Events

Ogunquit Art Association's 71st Annual Auction Saturday August 2, 2025. Doors open 6pm; Auction begins 7pm PREVIEW THE WORK AND LEAVE A BID: The OAA Art Auction Preview is between Wednesday (July 30th) and Friday (August 1st) from 11 AM – 5 PM and then on Saturday, (August 2nd) from 11 AM – 2 PM. This Ogunquit Art Association tradition is the Biggest Annual Art Auction in Ogunquit, Maine and one of the MAJOR cultural events of the summer in 2025! Trust us – you don’t want to miss this VERY POPULAR Ogunquit art event! This [...]

Join us at Barn Gallery in Ogunquit, Maine on Wednesday, August 6th for a Bookbinding Demonstration (at 6pm) led by Ogunquit Art Association artist-member Gayle Fitzpatrick. ALSO: Join us at Barn Gallery in Ogunquit, Maine on Thursday, August 7th (from 10am - 3pm) for an inspiring "Bookbinding Workshop" led by Ogunquit Art Association artist-member Gayle Fitzpatrick. Suggested donation: $75 Additional Information This bookbinding workshop covers some basic bookending techniques so that you can start making your own artist’s books (works of art that utilize the form of the book) and unique journals and sketchbooks. The [...]

See the art and share the passion of the Ogunquit Art Association (OAA) – Maine’s Original Artists’ Group | est 1928. From May 21st to October 13th, 2025, Barn Gallery throws open its doors to a season of captivating exhibitions showcasing the finest works by juried OAA artists. But the journey doesn’t end there: Delve deeper into the world of art with engaging programs that explore the creative process and ignite your own artistic spark. Unleash your inner artist with hands-on workshops and demos. Whether you’re a seasoned creative or just starting your artistic journey, find inspiration and guidance at [...]

Join us at Barn Gallery in Ogunquit, Maine on Tuesday, August 12th for a “Vinegar Painting Workshop” (from 10AM-3PM) led by Ogunquit Art Association artist-member Pamela Bearor-Amiralian. Suggested Workshop donation: $75 PLUS *materials fee $20.00. Additional Information Come join professional artist Pamela Bearor-Amiralian as she presents a workshop focused on bringing Vinegar Painting into the 21st century. The workshop will be an exploration of the historical folk-art finish (Vinegar painting) used in the colonies during the 1700’s/1800’s. This painting method was popular during this time partly because of the shortage of paint coming from Europe. [...]

Join us at Barn Gallery on Thursday, August 14th (at 6 PM) for a Barn Gallery Talk by our 50th Anniversary Showcase Artist: David Schneider (sculptor). Meet the artist, see his work, learn about his process, and ask questions. These insightful and inspiring Gallery Talks always provide further insight into our exhibitions and give attendees the chance to hear stories + learn tips and tricks from present day juried artist-members of the Ogunquit Art Association, Maine's Original Artists' Group (est. 1928). This is a FREE event and it is open to the public. About David Schneider [...]

Join us at Barn Gallery in Ogunquit, Maine on Tuesday, August 19th (from 10 AM - 4 PM) for a Printmaking Without a Press: Direct Trace Monotypes Workshop led by Ogunquit Art Association artist-member Jane Petschek. Suggested Workshop donation: $75 Additional Information Come join professional artist Jane Petschek for her Printmaking Without a Press: Direct Trace Monotypes Workshop. Monotypes are a kind of print that is “pulled” from a painting or drawing made on an inked metal or Plexiglas plate. Direct trace monotypes are a fun and easy way to create a unique print that has [...]

Join us at Barn Gallery in Ogunquit, Maine on Thursday, August 21st, 2025 for a "Mixed Media Workshop - Bands of Color in Watercolor and Collage" (from 10am - 3pm) led by Ogunquit Art Association artist-member Ethel Hills. Suggested Workshop donation: $75.00. Additional Information Come join accomplished artist + educator Ethel Hills as she presents a workshop focused on "Bands of Color in Watercolor and Collage". Enjoy an art play day and learn a new technique. We’ll be making small colorful abstract landscapes that celebrate your spirit. One of the fun pieces of this experience [...]

Join us at Barn Gallery in Ogunquit, Maine on Tuesday, August 26th for a "Printmaking Workshop - Gelatin Prints" (from 11am to 3pm) led by Ogunquit Art Association artist-member Deloris White. Suggested Workshop donation: $75 Additional Information The Ogunquit Art Association (OAA) invites you to a captivating exploration of gelatin printmaking! Join artist-member Deloris White at the Barn Gallery in Ogunquit, Maine for a fun and informative Gelatin Printmaking Workshop on Tuesday, August 26th. Printmaking Workshop: Gelatin Print Landscapes by Deloris White Date: Tuesday, August 26th Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Suggested Donation: $75 [...]

Join us at Barn Gallery in Ogunquit, Maine on Thursday, August 28th for a "Chinese Ink Painting Workshop- Birds and Flowers" (from 11am - 3pm) led by Ogunquit Art Association artist-member Shiao-Ping Wang. Suggested Workshop donation: $75 Additional Information Come join accomplished artist + educator Shaio-Ping Wang as she presents a workshop focused on the art of Chinese Ink Painting. This course explores the tonality and mark-making of traditional Chinese ink painting with subtle hints of watercolor. We will develop our sensibility of the “5 colors of grey” in ink and build a mark-making vocabulary [...]

Join us at Barn Gallery on Thursday, September 18th (at 6 PM) for a Barn Gallery Talk by our two Fall Exhibition Showcase Artists: Charles Cramer (painting/drawing/printmaking) & Roland Salazar Rose (painter.) Meet the artists, see their work, learn about their processes, and ask questions. These insightful and inspiring Gallery Talks always provide further insight into our exhibitions and give attendees the chance to hear stories + learn tips and tricks from present day juried artist-members of the Ogunquit Art Association, Maine’s Original Artists’ Group (est. 1928). This is a FREE event and it is open to the public. Featured [...]

Join us for a day of creativity, mindfulness, and community at the ART HOPE Origami Project in Ogunquit, Maine. On October 5th, from 1 pm to 4 pm, we'll gather at the Barn Gallery to explore the ancient Japanese art of paper folding, origami. Artists of all ages will gather to share and learn the art of folding paper cranes. In Japanese tradition, the origami crane is a symbol of hope, peace, well-being, and happiness. The hands-on process promotes mindfulness and stress-reduction, increases creative focus, agility, and memory, and engenders the joy of creating a whimsical work of art. But [...]

Ogunquit Performing Arts Presents the 18th Annual Elizabeth Dunaway Burnham Piano Festival at Barn Gallery, Bourne Lane at Shore Road, Ogunquit. CONCERT SCHEDULE: Saturday, October 11th (7:30PM - 9:30pm): Randall Hodgkinson and Leslie Amper: Four Hands, One Piano (Learn More + Purchase Tickets) Friday, October 17th (7:30PM - 9:30pm): Jonathan Bass, pianist (Learn More + Purchase Tickets) Sunday, October 19th (3PM - 6PM): Student Piano Recital (Learn More - Free Admission) Scroll down and continue reading for additional important information and ticket purchase details... PURCHASE TICKETS NOW Randall Hodgkinson and Leslie Amper: Four Hands, One [...]