The opening reception for the Lincoln Academy Student Art Exhibition at River Arts was held on March 31. This exhibit will showcase ceramics and sculpture, complemented by two-dimensional pieces from Lincoln's advanced and AP art students.

The public is invited to view the works on the night of the reception or anytime during business hours now through April 14.

This show reflects an ongoing partnership between River Arts and Lincoln Academy, in Newcastle, for which instructors Nina Sylvia and Jonathan Mess are very grateful. The mission of River Arts is “to nurture appreciation, encourage participation and provide opportunity in the arts.”

Ms. Sylvia said, “It is an uncommon event for students of this age to be able to show their work in a professionally gallery. We are extremely fortunate to have this opportunity another year.”

The art work encompasses functional pottery, sculptures made from unusual materials, charcoal drawings, paintings (of many media), collages, and mixed media pieces. Students do all of their own matting and framing and provide artist statements to explain their process.

Come meet the artists, enjoy refreshments and help celebrate the students' hard work and dedication!

River Arts is located at 241 U.S. Route 1 in Damariscotta.