USM Lewiston-Auburn College Atrium Gallery Educate and Create: Maine Art Education Association

Over 50 artists, all teachers in public and private schools working with kindergarten through 12th grade, have work included in this exhibition at the University of Southern Maine's Atrium Art Gallery at Lewiston-Auburn College. The exhibition, 'Educate and Create', begins Friday, January 25, with a reception free and open to the public from 6- 8 p.m.

The exhibition of over 70 works includes paintings, drawings, photographs, digital media, glass, mixed media, and work in ceramics, fiber arts, and metal. From traditional Maine landscapes and still lifes to work that touches on environmental, sociological, personal, and political issues, the exhibition encompasses diverse points of view. The artists, all members of the Maine Art Education Association (MAEA) are from around the state from Aroostook to York county.

The Maine Art Education Association was conceived in 1959 by a small group of art educators interested in the advancement and improvement of visual art education in the state.

The Maine Art Education Association (MAEA) is a statewide professional organization for visual arts educators in Maine. MAEA fosters the professional development of its members, the promotion of art education at all levels, and the encouragement of innovation and research in art education. The all-volunteer organization also provides a forum for the exchange of ideas, sponsors statewide conferences, professional workshops, institutes and programs. MAEA members work collaboratively with state agencies and take a leadership role to further the growth of art education in Maine.