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Please join us for the first Gallery Show of the 2026 season. Opening Friday, May 22nd 4PM-6PM - Show runs from May 22nd to June 6th Featuring the work of our founding artists - Maeve Perry, Nichole DeBarber, Jillian, Logan Miehl, Tom Hitchins, and Norma Vela.

Attention Downeast Artisans, Creatives, and Craftswomen (and men): For those of you who missed our first Jury Day and would like to join our Collective, our next Jury Day is June 28th. Please REGISTER HERE BEFORE June 24th.

Logan Miehl is a storyteller at heart, weaving tales that shimmer with emotion, wonder, and a touch of quiet magic. Her writing invites readers into worlds where the extraordinary hides in everyday moments and where imagination is a steady, guiding light. When she’s not writing, you can often find her curled up with her cat and a good book, tending to her garden, or forging gentle friendships with trees—listening to the slow wisdom they offer. These grounding rituals keep her

Nicole DeBarber is an artist and illustrator whose work explores the relationship between ecology, health, and personal well-being. Through thoughtful imagery and intentional detail, her art invites viewers to consider the delicate interconnectedness between the natural world and the human experience. Nicole’s illustrations often carry a quiet sense of grounding and reflection, blending scientific curiosity with a gentle creative touch. Her work serves as both visual inspirat

Maeve Perry was born and raised in Downeast Maine, where the tides, pines, and rugged shoreline shaped her early sense of beauty and belonging. While she once believed it wasn’t possible to be both an artist and live in her small coastal community, she’s grateful to have proven otherwise. What once felt out of reach has become her everyday reality. With the steady encouragement and support of her neighbors, mentors, and fellow makers, Maeve has fully embraced a creative life—

We’re excited to launch a new blog with our first series spotlighting the talented makers who bring the Rising Tides Downeast Artisan Collective to life. Each installment will introduce you to one of our incredible artists—their stories, inspirations, creative processes, and the heart behind their work. We can’t wait for you to meet the people who shape our community with imagination, craftsmanship, and a whole lot of Downeast spirit. You can always find our current Artist Di