I have taken a ton of oil painting classes here. Before I started, I could not even paint a stick…read morefigure. After taking Susan's classes, I was amazed at how much I learned and how fun the classes were. I kept at it. I don't have natural talent. She is a wonderful teacher. Here's a painting I did in one of her classes. Thanks, Susan, for your supportive encouragement, kindness, and patience when I was so frustrated. Also, thanks for never making me paint a seagull!

Every time I visit Portland, I could no more miss popping into Roux & Cyr than missing going to the…read morePortland Art Museum. I would so much love to buy everything in this gallery! I'm a professional nature landscape photographer, however, and I don't have enough work in my home for my own work. So although I haven't yet invested in any artwork from Roux & Cyr, I've never felt the owner, Susan, has ever rushed me or ignored me. She's very attentive -- and a great artist in her own right. I couldn't think of someone to better represent the art community than she. My only regret there is never taking an art class from Susan. She told she once had a student who drove up from Boston -- but that would have been a four hour-plus RT drive for me. Now that I live outside of Richmond, Virginia, I don't feel the guilt I once had for not enrolling in a current art class.

I took a class series to learn how to spin, which was one of my dreams. Dream delivered! I learned…read moreso much in a super supportive environment! You can rent a wheel for the time you're in the class and even keep renting it for a little bit before you decide to take the plunge if you do. Fantastic experience! Casey knows so much about everything fiber, thanks, Casey!

I came here at the recommendation of the good folks at Handiwork in Deering Center. I had gone to a…read morefew places in search of some felting help and Handiwork suggested Portfiber. I immediately booked it over as I needed a very specific consultation -- felting with my doggo's fur. I had my samples and the needle I was using and although they didn't have experience with dog fur they immediately diagnosed the problem with my needle not being a true felting needle. I was able to test out their tools and was on my way to felting success. I came back for a few additional supplies and was overjoyed with the results. Their big giant of a sweet dog who runs the shop is also a plus for visiting.

My wife and I visited Jen and Jess again for their ideas on decorating our expanding home and they…read moredid not disappoint! In our opinion, Casco Bay Artisans has the best collection of beautiful and livable contemporary art we have seen in New England. It's always hard to choose what we want (we wanted it all!) but Jen and Jess found us the perfect piece. They are truly dedicated to their business and extremely knowledgable on every level from buying to delivery.We really look forward to working with Casco Bay Artisans again and again for our art needs. We highly recommend this unusually beautiful Gallery as a must see when in Portland!

Best art gallery in Portland. Tremendous assortment of various art media, with a knowledgeable and…read morehelpful staff. Highly recommend a visit to this magical place.

What a great way to spend my birthday. I had such an amazing time and I actually have something…read morepretty cool to show for it. I even practiced my Chinese a little bit when I signed my name 大卫 on the bottom. All of the artists who work there were extremely friendly and supportive. 10/10 will definitely do this again!!

I have been here a few times at parties for other people and other events and this last time is the…read moreone that I will review. I booked a team building night with my team of 7 where the theme was the nightmare before Christmas and Muse did not disappoint. The host / teacher was funny and articulate and patient with a bunch of loud folks cracking jokes and having fun. If you are looking for something to do with friends or co-workers at a pretty inexpensive clip, then check this place out and get your Van Gogh on. I also thought the light behind the canvas was genius to be able to keep on track with bringing out your inner Picasso and it helped us to all deliver and make some pretty amazing pieces of art. The only drawback is that I wish that there were some more selections for apps or things.

Effective immediately, all students, faculty and staff should wear an M95 mask, at all times, while…read moreon campus. Frank Hammond Fire Training Program Manager at Southern Maine Community College

The most inconsiderate and incompetent school staff I ever had the displeasure of dealing with!…read moreAfter being told multiple times, by multiple people, that I had provided the documentation required and I was good to go. With less than 36 hours till I was due to move into the dorms, at 4:50pm on a Friday. They surprise me with a list of documents I need to provide before I can move into the dorms. Many from the Doctor's office which will obviously be closed on the weekend. While the school staff also being impossible to get a hold of on the weekend. Making it impossible to attend, or even talk to the school about the problem. And keep in mind, I wasn't some last minute student. I started the paperwork in August! So they had plenty of time to let me know of these essential requirements prior to now. Absolute nightmare experience. I would never consider dealing with SMCC again!

Amazing College of Art. My review is based only on my experience as a viewer and not as a college…read morestudent. While touristing around in the streets of Portland, we came across this awesome College that features amazing art galleries (open to the public + free of charge) with all of the amazing work of the talented local students. Coming here on the weekend wasn't too crowded, we even went up the stairs and explored some more art work and some of the cool art rooms. Some students were working on their art and we even got to see the really dope photo room with its own dark room. So so dreamy! The art and talent of these students truly reflects on their art work. Can't wait to come back in here and check out some of the newer art work. The galleries and art work changes constantly so make sure to stop by and check it out. Everyone is welcome!

If I could do it all over again... I would either be a doctor or an art student. And if I chose the…read morepath of the latter of those two, I would want to come to Maine College of Art - it's something that passes through my mind every time I'm here! The location of MECA is amazing - I imagine being a young person, attending school here, must be nothing short of fantastic given the proximity to every "cool" thing Portland has to offer. The interior of the school is also lovely: the facilities always seem clean, modern, and a safe place for creativity-fostering and imagination-wandering. I always love the times I get to come here and encourage you - if you never have - to take advantage of the open exhibits they have for the community (of which they are very welcoming of). I've been here on First Friday's (it's usually one of my first stops up Congress St and usually sets the tone for the rest of the Walk), for their annual Holiday Art Sale (which can be SERIOUSLY packed, but if you're patient and accommodating, you can find some real art/jewelry gems during that time), for MECAmorphosis in Spring (one of the coolest art events I've been to in the city), or their "COLLECT" show in October. Some incredible art I've seen here (and there's been so much it's hard to recall after all these years)?: 1. Video games created by students and available for testing/playing with. 2. A student who created an interactive art installation of a 1920's circus-themed birthday party for a little boy (there was another one nearby that was of a vegan restaurant, this must have been a project for the graphic design class or something). 3. A split-screen video, half of pre-recorded footage of seagulls eating donuts and half of real-time footage of people looking at the art eating donuts. Hysterical. Love this place and am continually happy it's a part of our city!

Don't have the time to write a review that does this place justice. Plus I really only know for…read moresure that it's a kids studio that children 2 and up may attend classes at. And that inside it is absolutely adorable. I have stuck my head in during classes for info and the kids are having a ball and there is work from varying levels on display. If I had a young child this is as me be a place I would the interest in having my children attend. Located on Congress Street near Congress Square and other great places to shop and eat I definitely say check it out.