Able Baker Contemporary

An important focus of Able Baker is our ongoing "Artists' Context Series", in which artists assemble thematically or formally precise group shows, including their own work. This advances our mission to give artists agency in the curatorial process, thereby engaging with the arts community from the perspective of those who are committed to an active... and thoughtful studio practice. Another important part of Able Baker's mission is to give a significant voice to contemporary artists from our region (specifically Maine, and extending to Northern New England), in conversation with national and international contemporary and historical work. Able Baker is currently lead by co-directors Tessa G. O'Brien & Annika Early. Our two founders, Stephen Benenson and Hilary Irons, are both painters who have been based in Portland (on and off) for over a decade. Everyone at Able Baker is an artist volunteer. We are dedicated to maintaining active studio practices as well as providing curatorial and administrative structure for Able Baker. Able Baker Contemporary is located at 29 Forest Avenue, Portland, Maine, 04101...on the Portland Stage block, and within 300 yards of the PMA, MECA, Space Gallery, and Space Studios. submit proposalsRead More