I've been meaning to stop by for a while now. Today was Customer Appreciation Day so I had no…read moreexcuse. I'm new to stained glass and have only completed three projects at this point. I absolutely love it though. This studio is beautiful. I came in through the downstairs so was able to see the work area - lots of people, creating lots of beautiful things. So many gorgeous, finished pieces hanging upstairs. Wow!! I picked up half a dozen pieces of glass - you know, the stuff I "needed" even though I hadn't realized it. Nice collection of everything stained glass. Even if I don't book seat time in the work area, I will most definitely be back for supplies.

The location was very cool and the people there were so helpful. We bought a beautiful piece and…read morethey packaged it for travel and held it until we came back through on our trip. Wonderful place and people.

This is one of the best art galleries in Maine because it continues to offer outstanding shows each…read moremonth that are juried by quality art experts. The art works selected are hung by folks who have experience in professional art settings and have a great eye for creating beautiful exhibits. Artists who exhibit at River Arts are welcomed by a friendly staff and enjoy the great openings each month. A special place!

I have had multiple artworks framed here over the last few months. The new owner helped me choose…read moreframing options that have made the artwork shine. It's amazing what a good frame can do. The final results of the framed artwork was absolutely worth the price. Excellent value. The customer service was far beyond an online experience. A+++

December 5th was the last Gardiner Art Walk for this year. It was a balmy 8° outside, the coldest…read morenight so far. But the smell of homemade meatballs lured me into the gallery! Yes. Meatballs. Alan Claude studio always has fabulous food for art walk night, tonight was meatballs and tiramisu. Delish!!!! I looked through the 8x10 prints to find some winter scenes to bring home. But did get a little overwhelmed by the amount people sharing the gallery and shop space and had to duck out. But! He always runs a really good sale for the 8x10s, where you can pick three for one set price. So I've made my list, I'm checking it twice and I'm sending my Santa back to pick them up. Nobody how busy the gallery is, Alan himself ALWAYS makes a point to greet every single person that steps in the door. He's also happy to take photos and sign art!

Was delighted to find an Alan Claude Gallery on our recent visit to Gardiner, ME! His work is…read morestunning and quintessential Maine. There is something for every ME fan to enjoy. Original pieces, popular prints in many sizes, calendars, and assorted cards fill the historic space. Insider tip: free bookmarks.

The plaza houses your typical chain restaurants and services, but also the Center for Maine Crafts…read morethat includes the work of the 300 members of the Maine Craft Association. There was literally something of interest for everyone at fairly reasonable prices.

My Yelp pal Amanda B mentioned this spot to me when I called her from Gardiner Maine to tell her I…read morewas on my way home. She told me there was an incredible local craft store right inside the highway rest stop. Honestly, I believed her and didn't believe her all at the same time. ...We had to stop for gas anyway, so we headed in to use the rest rooms and check out the center. Turned out to be a pretty spectacular array of not only Maine crafts, but Maine syrups, jams and mustards as well! 100% worth the stop!

My wife and I just picked up three prints we had framed and could not be more pleased!! The…read moreprocess was excellent from beginning to end. The staff was very helpful with suggestions regarding the frame, mats, etc. and the job was completed in a timely fashion. Good framing is not inexpensive but it makes a difference when you want a quality product. I highly recommend this establishment!!

This spot was recommended by artist friends and it has been great to get work framed here. They…read morehave a professional eye and good suggestions. There are a myriad of tools that make their work top-notch. I have brought old family heirlooms, both paintings and memorabilia here and they have done a wonderful job that can be passed down to my children and beyond. Highly recommended!

If you love unique paintings, greeting cards and gorgeous hand-woven wraps and scarves, you will…read morelove Spindleworks. This is a collective where individual artists with various special needs create, display, and sell their work. Big wooden loom in operation onsite. It all takes place in a big welcoming Victorian house in Brunswick, Maine. Spindleworks is a delight and always our first stop for gifts for ourselves and friends

The services and opportunities this non-profit agency provides for its artists is amazing. I have a…read morerelative with disabilities who loves this program. She carries frustrations with her that are connected to the challenges she faces every day, and going to Spindleworks relieves that frustration for her. She enjoys creating art or fine crafts, but more than that, she expresses herself through her art in ways she cannot verbally. When she first began, she only created one simple form of finished work, but they encouraged her over s long period of time to branch out, and now she creates art in many different ways: painting, weaving, ceramics and more. And on the more practical side, Spindleworks has a store that you have to visit. The products are unique and expressive, and a good percentage of the purchases goes to the artists, as it should be. A new twist is that after you are done shopping in the store itself, you can explore the entire artist facility, as they also have items for sale on display in all the art rooms.

This seasonal gallery is a non profit dating back to its origin in 1958 and is housed in the Old…read moreWiscasset Academy building which is on the National Register of Historic Buildings. The exhibit on the date of our visit was a plein art show titled Paint Wiscasset & Beyond that included a number of interesting works of art by 20 artists. Though no admission is charged, donations are gratefully appreciated.