Join ecomaine in making handmade paper! Dig into your recycling bins and create one-of-a-kind cards, seed paper or journals pressed with native flowers. Try your hand at recycling and make new from old. 

Note: If you want to make seed/floral paper, please bring your own wildflower/herb seeds and flowers. 

Nathan Cronauer joined ecomaine as an Environmental Educator in February 2022. His passion for sustainable waste management began early on, helping his dad make runs to their local transfer station as a kid. From starting a recycling club in high school to earning a BA in Environmental Planning and Policy from the USM, he’s been fascinated at finding the best environmental and economic solutions to our waste systems.

Having an understanding of color theory is essential for any visual artist. Discuss vocabulary, color relationships and explore hands-on applications of color theory and mixing. Then, paint a color wheel and charts - valuable resources you can take home and use to help with your artistic endeavors! All materials provided.

Tory Gordon is a watercolor/pen & ink artist living and working in Biddeford. She is inspired by people, places and things which lends a fluid style to her art. She believes everyone has an inner artist waiting to express themselves in beautiful, surprising ways.

Jewelry, Hooks & Hangers Blacksmith like it’s 1899!

Join “Forged in Fire” contestant, Sam Smith, and gain the fundamental skill of pounding iron in this age​-​old craft. Tend a coal fire and forge iron into nails, hooks and simple bracelets to bring home and amaze your family and friends! Space is limited so register early! Class will be held in either Waterboro or Bridgton - you will be notified the week of class with location.

Note: Course fee is nonrefundable.

Required: Proof of registration. Please wear long pants, closed-toe shoes (no polyester/synthetic material) and bring a drink/snack.

Sam Smith is a Master Blacksmith & Guildmaster of the ME Blacksmith's Guild. Internationally renowned for his work on UNESCO World Heritage sites in Europe with 20+ years experience in the craft, Master Smith represents an unbroken line of Blacksmiths back to 1836.

Jewelry, Hooks & Hangers 

Blacksmith like it’s 1899!

Join “Forged in Fire” contestant, Sam Smith, and gain the fundamental skill of pounding iron in this age​-​old craft. Tend a coal fire and forge iron into nails, hooks and simple bracelets to bring home and amaze your family and friends! Space is limited so register early! Class will be held in either Waterboro or Bridgton - you will be notified the week of class with location. 

Note: Course fee is nonrefundable. Required: Proof of registration. Please wear long pants, closed-toe shoes (no polyester/synthetic material) and bring a drink/snack. 

NOTE: Time corrected/updated (was 10 AM-2 PM).

Sam Smith is a Master Blacksmith & Guildmaster of the ME Blacksmith's Guild. Internationally renowned for his work on UNESCO World Heritage sites in Europe with 20+ years experience in the craft, Master Smith represents an unbroken line of Blacksmiths back to 1836.

Join other students, beginning and beyond, in outdoor excursions to enjoy watercolor painting and artistic camaraderie. Russel will provide training in controlling watercolor media and tonal drawing, re-creating the appearance of nature with the understanding of forms and their surrounding elements. The study of perspective, composition, value and color will play as our foundation. Class location will be discussed weekly.

Prerequisite: Watercolor Basics.

Note: Please purchase Arches watercolor paper as the quality of the paper is essential for handling the techniques taught in class. Feel free to bring any colors you may already have.

Required: Proof of registration. 1 small tube each: Cadmium Yellow, Lemon Yellow, Cobalt Blue, Cerulean Ultramarine, Cadmium Red, and Alizarin; 1 Round #10 watercolor brush, 1 drawing pencil HB basic #2, 1 eraser, 1 light board or piece of cardboard and several sheets of Arches watercolor paper, 140 lb. cold press Arches watercolor paper, a portable watercolor easel and folding chair (optional) (mats. approx. $50-$75).

Russel Whitten, a local artist/teacher, studied at The Art Students League of New York, Heartwood College of Art, and is a member of The Ogunquit Art Association/Barn Gallery. Students love his easy, supportive style.

Jewelry, Hooks & Hangers 

Blacksmith like it’s 1899!

Join “Forged in Fire” contestant, Sam Smith, and gain the fundamental skill of pounding iron in this age​-​old craft. Tend a coal fire and forge iron into nails, hooks and simple bracelets to bring home and amaze your family and friends! Space is limited so register early! Class will be held in either Waterboro or Bridgton - you will be notified the week of class with location. 

Note: Course fee is nonrefundable. Required: Proof of registration. Please wear long pants, closed-toe shoes (no polyester/synthetic material) and bring a drink/snack. 

NOTE: Time corrected/updated (was 10 AM-2 PM).

Sam Smith is a Master Blacksmith & Guildmaster of the ME Blacksmith's Guild. Internationally renowned for his work on UNESCO World Heritage sites in Europe with 20+ years experience in the craft, Master Smith represents an unbroken line of Blacksmiths back to 1836.

Join other students, beginning and beyond, in outdoor excursions to enjoy watercolor painting and artistic camaraderie. Russel will provide training in controlling watercolor media and tonal drawing, re-creating the appearance of nature with the understanding of forms and their surrounding elements. The study of perspective, composition, value and color will play as our foundation. Class location will be discussed weekly.

Prerequisite: Watercolor Basics.

Note: Please purchase Arches watercolor paper as the quality of the paper is essential for handling the techniques taught in class. Feel free to bring any colors you may already have.

Required: Proof of registration. 1 small tube each: Cadmium Yellow, Lemon Yellow, Cobalt Blue, Cerulean Ultramarine, Cadmium Red, and Alizarin; 1 Round #10 watercolor brush, 1 drawing pencil HB basic #2, 1 eraser, 1 light board or piece of cardboard and several sheets of Arches watercolor paper, 140 lb. cold press Arches watercolor paper, a portable watercolor easel and folding chair (optional) (mats. approx. $50-$75).

Russel Whitten, a local artist/teacher, studied at The Art Students League of New York, Heartwood College of Art, and is a member of The Ogunquit Art Association/Barn Gallery. Students love his easy, supportive style.

Join Master Blacksmith & Forged in Fire contender Sam Smith and learn to forge bottle openers and a candle holder or roasting fork for cooking over fire. Class will be held in either Waterboro or Bridgton - you will be notified the week of class with location.

Note: Course fee is nonrefundable.

Prerequisite: Completion of Beginner Blacksmithing Level I.

Required: Proof of registration. Please wear long pants, closed-toe shoes (no polyester/synthetic material) and bring a drink/snack.

Sam Smith is a Master Blacksmith & Guildmaster of the ME Blacksmith's Guild. Internationally renowned for his work on UNESCO World Heritage sites in Europe with 20+ years experience in the craft, Master Smith represents an unbroken line of Blacksmiths back to 1836.