Exhibition: WILD COLOR: Maine Inland Landscapes
On View: June 12 – July 24, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, June 13, 2026, 2 – 5pm
Contact: Edythe Morin, edy@shopmainecraft.com / (207) 588-0021
West Gardiner, Maine – Shop Maine Craft presents Wild Color: Maine Inland Landscapes, an exhibition of original pastel paintings by Maine artist Kathleen Perelka. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, inviting visitors to explore Perelka’s vibrant interpretations of Maine’s fields, marshes, blueberry barrens, and other wild inland landscapes.
A self-described colorist, Perelka approaches each landscape through the lens of color, carefully observing reflected light, shadows, and the subtle hues that lie beneath the surface of the natural world. Her paintings celebrate Maine’s expansive open spaces and invite viewers to see familiar places with fresh eyes.
“I am most alive outdoors,” says Perelka. “Sounds, scents, and color feed me.” Drawn to landscapes where nature remains the dominant presence, she paints the marshes, farmlands, and undeveloped expanses that define much of Maine’s character. Rather than documenting every detail, Perelka seeks to capture the essence of a place, a season, or a particular quality of light.
Kathleen Perelka has been a member of the Maine Crafts Association for over ten years, and is the owner of Pinnacle Studio in Cannan, Maine. To schedule a visit to her studio, please call 207-474-6168 to schedule an appointment.
About the Center for Maine Craft:
The Center for Maine Craft is a year-round retail gallery and exhibition space dedicated to the work of Maine craft artists. Located at the West Gardiner Service Plaza, the gallery features work by more than 300 members of the Maine Crafts Association and presents a broad spectrum of craft media, techniques, and both contemporary and traditional approaches to design.
Location: 288 Lewiston Rd. West Gardiner, Maine 04345
Hours: Open Daily, 9am – 6pm
Exhibition Dates: June 12 – July 24, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, June 13, 2026, 2 – 5pm
Link: https://shopmainecraft.com/wild-color-maine-kathleen-perelka-2026/
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