“PMAC is a great place for family.” Ilianna Rossetti says it simply, but the meaning runs deep. Her family’s connection to art spans generations, stemming from her grandmother, Alexandra, who was a gifted artist and craftsperson. “She painted winter scenes and flowers, made dolls’ clothes, sewed our dresses, and even canned and baked,” Ilianna remembers….

This spring, PMAC welcomes Southern Maine artist Kristy Cavaretta for Relief: Woodblocks and Their Prints, an exhibition that invites viewers to slow down and look more closely. ​​Featuring woodcut prints displayed alongside their original carved blocks, the exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the artistic process. It showcases not only the finished works but also…

Summer at PMAC is all about making something—new art, new music, and new memories. PMAC Summer 2026 brings hands-on art camps for youth, week-long music workshops for kids and teens, summer music ensembles for adults, and flexible summer private lesson options that fit busy family schedules. Led by experienced teaching artists, PMAC summer programs invite…

By guest blogger and PMAC student Elliott Shoemaker On January 27th, the Cub Scouts from the Tigers and Bears dens visited PMAC as part of their goal to complete the Paws for Action badge. Organized by PMAC piano and Rock 101 student Ike Greenberg, with help from his dad, Adam, the visit gave the Tigers and Bears…

PMAC’s Creative Aging Program continues to thrive, offering free, dynamic visual arts programming for adults aged 65 and older. These engaging classes provide opportunities for older adults to connect socially, express themselves creatively, and enhance their quality of life through the arts. Creative Aging Spring 2025 Offerings: Explore Collage/Zine-Making and Monoprinting This spring, PMAC offers…

This week marks marks the close of PMAC’s fall semester and a fresh start for what’s ahead in 2025. As we gear up for a new semester filled with creativity and inspiration, it’s the perfect time to reflect on artistic goals and aspirations. We asked some of our faculty members and staff: What are your…