Stepping into Willa's studio/store on a cold, rainy afternoon was nothing short of magical…read more Her pieces are fierce, meaningful, and handmade. Willa is a force of life herself and happy to share the inspiration of each piece. The curation is among the most creative I have ever seen, with earrings, rings, and necklaces displaced on green apples with scattered cranberries supported by antique industrial wood beams. Illuminated by Christmas Tree light. Sigh - my words just don't do it justice. Part of the magic is the open space of the studio - as you're shopping you can look straight through to the workshop to see and experience the tools, materials, and process that transform the raw materials into the beautiful earth-inspired work that you can admire in the front. Beautiful pieces. Easy street parking. Fabulous neighborhood with plenty of other gems to explore by way of ocean views at Munjoy Hill Park, etc.

When I was visiting Portland, Maine, I was shopping for gifts for a few loved ones. I happened…read moreupon Willa Wirth (Silversmith). I walked in and was impressed by the simple elegance of her gallery. Soft lighting and distressed wood that accentuated the pieces. The experience continued with stories of her inspiration and energy behind each piece. I highly recommend purchasing custom jewelry from Willa Wirth. If you prefer a piece(s) of custom jewelry with an inspiring story, buy, wear it and cherish the energy and meaning contained in the design and creation.

The Maine Art Collective has become my local favorite. This art gallery offers affordable art and a…read morelovely collaborative feel to it. The space and the art is unique. I look forward to seeing which artists they bring in year after year. You have to pop in often to catch all the new pieces that artists drop off.

This is a coop arrangement with local artists, providing a range of mediums and price points in a…read moregallery space spread over 2 floors. If you're looking to support local artists without breaking the bank, you have to stop in here and buy something that speaks to you :)

This institute is an art school and gallery for artistic people. It has various classes promoting…read morevisual arts. It has 5 exhibitions every year. Limited street and lit parking.

MECA is an amazing school! With a great location, amazing professors and the most talented…read morestudents. This Holiday Sale is more like a museum sale! The building has a semi-open floor plan with colorful walls and spacious rooms. Even when there is hundreds of people roaming the halls you can still find a spot to breathe and enjoy the art on display! I hope one of my children decides to make this their choice! The art and crafts for sale here are reasonably priced and well made...with Love!

Large art gallery in the Old Port section of Portland. The emphasis is on Maine artists. In…read moreaddition to an extensive selection of paintings, a variety of sculpture is interspersed among the paintings. All of the art work is top quality. When in Portland, Greenhut is definitely worth a visit.

Interesting gallery within a thoughtfully curated space. Stands out with an iconic blue door,…read morecheck it out!

Warm welcome from the gallery owner! Beautiful space and exhibit featuring local artists. Learned…read morethe history of the building and surrounding neighborhood.

Cove Street has quickly become the most engaging art gallery in Maine, with a wide array of…read moreofferings within an extremely expansive space.

I consider Cove Street Arts to be the most exciting gallery in Portland. The space is magnificent…read moreand affords room for both large and smaller exhibits in its various rooms. The open central space has hosted some excellent installations that couldn't have been shown anywhere else but a museum. I am delighted and intrigued by the diversity of the exhibits, which are often cutting edge and always of a high quality. Others I know--many of them artists or of an artistic bent--would agree about our good fortune in having this NYC-caliber gallery in Portland. In addition, the gallery hosts interesting interviews and talks by artists and speakers. I can't say enough about Cove Street Arts and hope they continue to make this small city their home!

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.

Cute new co-op with promising offerings. Maine artists. I hope more Maine crafters join this…read moremercantile.