Capture the Winter Light at BRAF Gallery
- laurenbrafgallery
- 4 days ago
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"Wintering" exhibit opens; winter art classes.
Sixty-five artists emerged from hibernation this past week to drop off a breathtaking array of artwork themed to what Mainers refer to as “stick season.” Their pieces are featured in the latest BRAF exhibit, “Wintering,” which will be on view until March 8th, 2026 at the BRAF Gallery located at 1 Townsend Avenue in the heart of Boothbay Harbor.
All are warmly invited to join us for an artists reception on Saturday, January 24th from 3:30 to 5:30 pm where light refreshments will be served along with a “Wintering” themed cocktail imagined by our friends from the “Neat” bar down the street.
In addition to the “Wintering” exhibit, BRAF is also offering opportunities for artists of all levels to work on their craft this winter in a relaxed, social setting.
FREE “Open Studio” sessions take place every Sunday, weather permitting, from 12 to 3pm in BRAF’s upstairs Harbor Room Gallery. Bring your own art supplies. An RSVP is appreciated – but not required – by emailing wendybelkor@gmail.com. Learn more.
Maine artist Sarah Wilde will host two “Artists Share” events, a constructive and collaborative get together where artists share their work for feedback designed to refine and focus the artist’s vision. The first “Artists Share” event happens on Wednesday, January 28th from 1 to 2:30pm with an additional session on Wednesday March 18th, from 1 to 2:30pm. There is a $5 fee to participate.
“Drop in Drawing” is open to all levels – especially those who think they can’t draw. Bring your own drawing tools (graphite, colored pencils, pens, etc), paper or a sketchbook, and an object or photo as reference material. Hosted by Susanlora Morris, there will be warm up drawing exercises and discussion of materials and approaches. Two “Drop in Drawing” sessions are scheduled: Friday, February 6th and Friday, February 20th from 10-12pm. There is a $5 drop in fee.
Come “winter’ with BRAF. Take in our exhibits and enjoy the camaraderie of making art together.
Event Details:
"Wintering" exhibit dates: January15th - March 8th, 2026
Opening reception: Saturday, January 24th, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Location: BRAF Gallery, 1 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
For more information, visit the BRAF website, boothbayartists.org, email us at brafgallery@gmail.com, call us (207-633-2703), or stop into the gallery.