Downtown Bangor Summer Sidewalk Art Festival 2025

2025 Summer Sidewalk Art Festival Saturday, July 5

Join us for our annual Summer Sidewalk Art Festival on Saturday, July 5 from 9am-4pm. You can expect over 100 Maine-based artists and vendors, a College Art Tent, live music and plenty of food and drink options all on Harlow, Franklin, and Central Streets in Downtown Bangor. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to shop for unique items from our jury-selected artists from all across the state while enjoying Downtown Bangor in the summer!

As the premier arts and culture destination in Central Maine, the Downtown Bangor Partnership seeks to highlight the artists and arts organizations located in the Bangor Region. Visitors are encouraged to stroll the streets of the entire Downtown area to explore its public art, permanent statues and numerous galleries. Downtown also offers a variety of shops and restaurants!

For more information, including application forms, visit: https://downtownbangor.com/programming-events/programming/sidewalk-art-festivals/

Artists are listed below.

Musical Performances on the Hollywood Casino Hotel Main Stage

And don’t miss the Dragon Dance by the Bangor Chinese School, happening several times during the event!

Activities in the Renewal by Andersen Children’s Activity Zone

C1 | Renewal by Andersen | — | Paint a stained glass suncatcher. | https://www.renewalbyandersen.com

C2 | MommaBear Corner | Lindsey Baron | Custom wood engraving, t-shirts, and other products. | https://www.mommabearcorner.com/

C3 | Chen Chinese Academy | Jing Chen | Straw blowing prints, floating paintings, and handmade ribbon wind chimes. | https://www.facebook.com/ChenChineseAcademyLearningCenter/

C4 | Stacy Thayer | Stacy Thayer | Fanciful and fun slime creations. |

C6 | Bangor Chinese School | Bing Zhang, Zing Zhang | Chinese calligraphy, paper cutting, and puppet making. | http://www.bangorchinese.com

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Live Art Demonstrations

Katie Goodman – Cleaning bone with dermestid beetles

Food Trucks

Brick & Embers
Iron Pollo
Sawyer Shave Ice
No Bones Grill

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2025 Artists

C1 | Renewal by Andersen | — | Paint a stained glass suncatcher. | https://www.renewalbyandersen.com
C2 | MommaBear Corner | Lindsey Baron | Custom wood engraving, t-shirts, and other products. | https://www.mommabearcorner.com/
C3 | Chen Chinese Academy | Jing Chen | Straw blowing prints, floating paintings, and handmade ribbon wind chimes. | https://www.facebook.com/ChenChineseAcademyLearningCenter/
C4 | Stacy Thayer | Stacy Thayer | Fanciful and fun slime creations. | —
C6 | Bangor Chinese School | Bing Zhang, Zing Zhang | Chinese calligraphy, paper cutting, and puppet making. | http://www.bangorchinese.com

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Live Art Demonstrations

Katie Goodman – Cleaning bone with dermestid beetles

Food Trucks

Food Truck | Sawyer Shave Ice | Julianne & Andrew Sawyer | Authentic Hawaiian shave ice. | https://www.sawyershaveice.com/

Food Truck | Brick & Embers | — | Exceptional wood-fired pizza. | https://brickandembers.com/

Food Truck | No Bones Grill | Daniel Terrill | Smashburgers and chicken sandwiches, including breakfast burgers. | https://nobonesgrill.com/

131 | Iron Pollo | — | New England food startup specializing in broiled chicken. The menu is 99% chicken-based. | https://www.facebook.com/p/New-England-Iron-Pollo-100090707502703/

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2025 Artists

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130 | Opal’s Art | Opal Robinson | Traditional watercolorist specializing in naturalist and botanical illustration. Also offers stickers, illustrations, and suncatchers. | https://www.opalsart.com/

1 | Art of J | J. Anthony Fiore | Caricatures drawn live while you wait. | https://theartofj.my.canva.site/

2 | Wildfire – M. Barker Pyrography | Michele Barker | Hand-burned wood art (pyrography). | https://www.facebook.com/MicheleBarkerPhotography/

3 | Navaquoddy Crafts | Sanora Isaac | Handmade seed beadwork and jewelry by Passamaquoddy and Navajo artists, along with leather crafts and ribbon garments.

4 | Beads by Aimee | Aimee Young | Handmade beaded jewelry and decorative items. | https://www.facebook.com/beadsbyaimee

5 | Penobscot Pyrographics | Roger Ryder | Art inspired by Maine’s natural resources and rural life, created in pyrography and watercolor. | https://www.penobscotpyrographics.com/

6 | Pine Giant | Trevor Smith | Handmade silkscreen prints. | https://www.pine-giant.com

7 | Pebble & Pearl Co. | Allison Blias | Jewelry made from semi-precious stones, sea glass, and pearls. Also features Maine wildlife and landscape photography. | https://www.pebblepearlco.com

9 | Waterbear Art Studio | Tammy Giles | Hand-illustrated mixed-media maps of Maine’s natural areas, including wildlife and landmarks. | https://www.waterbearartstudio.com/

10 | This Is Camp | Erinne Magee | Maine-inspired sweatshirts, tees, hats, and camo-themed apparel. | https://thegoodisnow.com

11 | Dream In Gold Jewelry | Jazmin Horne | Handmade jewelry and art prints based on original jewelry designs. | https://www.dreamingoldjewelry.com

12 | Wild Paw Dog Leashes LLC | Katie Enzer | Handcrafted dog leashes and collars. | https://wild-paw-dog-leash.square.site/

13 | Moondrop Gulley | Nathan Carver | Digitally drawn prints (anime and landscapes) and crocheted amigurumi. | https://moondropgulley.carrd.co/

14 | Simply Sherrilee | Sherrilee Perry | Handmade sewn items: reusable bags, plush toys, scrunchies, upcycled purses, and accessories. | —

15 | Unique Designs Custom Woodburning | Patricia Burington | Wood-burned boxes, boards, walking sticks, gemstone necklaces, and jewelry boxes. | https://www.facebook.com/people/Unique-Designs-Custom-Woodburning/100063469481468/

16 | Tabby’s Boutique | Tabitha Racila | Beaded jewelry, hair bows, satin roses, and UV-protected silk hanging baskets. | https://www.facebook.com/groups/2084397261977991

17 | 12 Willows Press | Steven Long | Publisher of children’s, young adult, and adult books. | https://12willowspress.com/

18 | KnotMeKnotYou | Chandler Adams | Handwoven macramé jewelry. | https://www.knotmeknotyou.com/19 | Soul Friends Fur-tography | — | Pet photography focused on personality and connection. | https://www.facebook.com/Strayduckfoto/

21 | Eclectic Crafts by Aubs | Aubrey Duplissie | Crochet plushies (dragons, cryptids, foods), mystery bags, earrings, and stickers. | https://linktr.ee/eclecticcrafts

22 | TravisBKArt | Travis Baker | Paintings, children’s books, pet portraits, and educational illustrations. | https://www.instagram.com/travisbkart/

23 | PDOertel Books | Pam Oertel | Author of two illustrated children’s books. | https://PdOertelBooks.com

24 | Chuck Carter Art | Chuck Carter | Science fiction digital art and photography. Also offering live caricatures. | https://www.chuckcarterart.com/

28 | Knotty Nieves | Nieves Perez Besu | Crochet and knit items, including animal plushies, cardigans, keychains, hats, and more. | https://www.knottynieves.co/

29 | A Whole Vibe Handmade | Laura Martell | Alternative-style crochet wearables, home décor, and accessories. | https://dot.cards/awholevibehandmade

30 | Black Cat Pawttery | Tim Robertson | Handbuilt ceramics, pottery, and wood carvings. | https://www.facebook.com/BertsPawttery/

31 | Expiredhalo Art | Danni O’Brien | Acrylic paintings of snails in gothic still life and graffiti-inspired styles. | https://www.instagram.com/expiredhaloart/

32 | Mainely Mirrors | Doug Raymond | Handmade mirrors blending woodwork and artistic design. | https://mainelymirrors.com

33 | Art of Being a Balanced Woman LLC | Melissa Anne Day | Abstract acrylic paintings on canvas and pressed wood. |https://www.instagram.com/art_of_beingabalancedwoman/

34 | Mortem Made | — | Handmade framed specimens, preserved animals in jars, antiques, bones, and curios. | https://www.instagram.com/mortemmadeofmaine/

36 | Katie’s Curios | Katie Goodman | Nature-inspired décor featuring dried flowers, bones, terrariums, and miniature curiosities. | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566601941577

37 | Nook & Thread | Angela “Ella” Thomason | Locally designed and handmade cross-stitch patterns, kits, and finished works. | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566567983451

38 | The Festive Munky | Zack LaFontaine | Prints, stickers, and paintings. | https://www.instagram.com/thefestivemunky/

39 | McKinley’s Muddery | Trish McKinley | Handmade pottery. | https://www.threads.com/@hippstert

40 | Ten Bucks Theatre | — | Local theatre organization. | https://www.tenbuckstheatre.org/

41 | Sunflower Face Painting | Mandy Hu | Face painting, crochet items, and handmade hair accessories. | https://www.facebook.com/share/1ABd3jCUxF/?mibextid=wwXIfr

47 | House of Bedazzled Golems | Maria Sedler | Assemblage sculptures made from vintage, repurposed, and found objects. | https://linktr.ee/houseofbedazzledgolems

48 | Fairwinds Freedom Flags | Tim Baker | Rustic American flags, cornhole games, and patriotic wood décor. | https://fairwindsfreedomflags.com

49 | Stone Donut | Brooke Likens | Snarky stationery goods, stickers, and paper products with humor. | https://www.stonedonutdesign.com

51 | Alice’s Fresh Squeezed and Wonderland Tea Co | — | Mobile concessions specializing in beverages, including fresh tea. | https://www.facebook.com/people/Alices-Fresh-Squeezed-and-Wonderland-Tea-Co/61562660745303/?_rdr

53 | Lesterina | Leslie Torkelson | Handcrafted chainmail jewelry and accessories in various patterns. | https://lesterina.etsy.com

54 | Zo Pi Designs | Kirstien Davidson | Jewelry and ornaments made from polymer clay, sea glass, decoupage shells, and needle-felted elements. | https://zopidesigns.com

55 | Oxzee Art | Adam Baker | Acrylic, watercolor, and digital paintings, primarily of mountain landscapes and heartfelt scenes. | https://www.instagram.com/oxzee_?igsh=MXB4b2xvazJzbGE5Mg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

56 | In What Realm | Faith Sickler | Mixed media and block-printed fine art, apparel, tarot bags, and surreal/mystical designs. | https://www.faithsickler.com

57 | Birchview Haven | Rebecca Tkacs | Beaded jewelry, keychains, bookmarks, and framed preserved butterflies. | http://birchviewhaven.wixsite.com/mysite

58 | Vixen Hollow Arts | Diana Marshall | Handmade resin art including coasters, charcuterie boards, keychains, and ocean-inspired wall art. | https://www.instagram.com/vhamaine/?hl=en

59 | ADHD Collective | Kai Christie | Botanical jewelry, accessories, and illustrations using preserved plants and hand-drawn or block-printed designs. | https://adhdcollective.net

60 | Imperative Press | Emma Rose | Fantasy books for young adults and adults, plus stickers featuring local artists’ work. | https://www.emmagauthor.com

62 | Magenta Magpie | Leslie Jones | Cross-stitch, knit and crocheted items, felt ornaments, and jewelry. | https://www.facebook.com/MagentaMagpie/

63 | Yummy in Your Tummy | Nichole Hartley | Handmade freeze-dried candy and treats. | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553438926240

64 | Beewitched Farmstead and Florals | Erin Hoyer | Pressed flower art, flower crowns, edible floral treats, goat milk soaps, bath products, and skin care. | https://www.instagram.com/beewitchedfarmstead/

65 | Sophia Fitz | Sophia Fitz | Illustration and design. | https://copyfol.io/v/sophiafitz

66 | Jenna McGrath | Jenna McGrath | Colorful illustration inspired by pop culture. | https://jenna-sue-arts.square.site/

67 | Jules Mogul | Jules Mogul | Photography and digital prints. | @julesmogul

68 | Sword Circle Pen | Nestor Walters | Author of An Earth Day Eulogy, a speculative fiction novel exploring the future of humanity and Earth. | https://swordcirclepen.com/

69 | Perspex Studio | Anne El-Habre | Mixed media shadow box art, upcycled boxes, original art, prints, and cards. | https://perspexstudio.etsy.com

70 | Beck’s Trinket Emporium | Beck O’Connor | Stickers, pins, keychains, prints, polymer clay figures, mirror paintings, and hand-painted apparel. | Instagram: @becktrinketemporium / Etsy: becktrinketemporium

71 | Baked by Joy | Joy Dudley | Baked goods. | https://www.facebook.com/bakedbyjoy2021/

72 | Moosecakes from Maine | Irene Searight | Bratty Kat Catnip Toys, sweater mittens, barrettes, hair bows, and novelty keychains.

73 | Kate Stein Quilt Designs | Kate Stein | Collaged and quilted cards, canvases, matted art, and fabric wall hangings. | Facebook: Kate Stein Quilt Designs

74 | Color Cool Forest | Mara Moon (formerly Kristin Hunsaker) | Crochet creations (toys, clothes, bags), handmade jewelry, and paintings. | https://www.colorcoolforest.etsy.com

74 | Cottage Crafts Workshop | Alexis Kathleen | Botanical decor using locally foraged materials, animal portraits, cottagecore collectibles, and Stephen King–inspired art. | https://www.instagram.com/cottage_crafts_workshop

75 | Clay + Copper | Courtney Nelson | Handmade ceramic wares inspired by magic and nature, for sacred space and daily ritual. | https://www.clayncopper.com

76 | 3 Legged Dog Ink | Lyndsey Marston | Marker and colored pencil drawings of flora, fauna, vegetables, and pets; includes prints, notecards, and framed originals. | https://3leggeddogink.com/

77 | Blossom Boutique Maine | Jennifer Crane | Household plants. Live. Work. Create. Grow. People and plants are similar this way. | https://www.facebook.com/p/Blossom-Boutique-Maine-61558155662875/

78 | Bangor Public Library | — | Community library offering events, resources, and information. | https://bangorpubliclibrary.org/

79 | Sara’s Photography Shop | Sara Perkins | Original photographs printed on canvas, coasters, magnets, and more. | https://www.facebook.com/Sarasphotographyshop

80 | The Maine Doods | Conroy Leary | Personalized pet art, ornaments, window paintings, and more. | https://www.tiktok.com/@themainedoods?

81 | Ellingwood Photography | Mary Ellingwood | Canvas and matted photographs taken in Maine. | https://www.facebook.com/EllingwoodPhotography/

82 | Swan Pond | Vincente Spadafora | Hand-printed photographs, weavings, and embroideries in handmade frames. | https://vince-prints.com/

83 | Wild Luv Design Co. | Shanee Eaton | Polymer clay earrings and other handmade goods. Small batches. Slow made. Made with Luv. | https://www.facebook.com/madewithluv11/

84 | 21 Street Beads | Andrew Poulopolos | Handcrafted designer jewelry made from polymer clay beads blended, shaped, glazed, and combined with silver and crystal accents. | https://21streetbeads.com

85 | Carrying Flowers | Brigit Humphreys | Pressed flower wall art and jewelry made from locally grown or preserved blooms, including custom memorial and wedding pieces. | https://www.instagram.com/carryingflowers.art/

86 | BrookeTrout Designs | Brooke Dupuy | Unique and eye-catching jewelry creations, ready-made or made-to-order in the colors and sizes you want. | https://www.etsy.com/shop/BrookeTroutDesigns

87 | Wolf Bite Wares | Lucien Cain | Vampiric creations inspired by folklore, mysticism, and the occult. | https://www.instagram.com/wolfbitewares/

88 | Kat Johnson Art | Kat Johnson | Multimedia original works, greeting cards, stickers, and prints inspired by the natural world and phenomenology. | https://katjohnsonart.com/

89 | Karen Baron Watercolors | Karen Baron | Original watercolor paintings, prints, and greeting cards. | https://www.karenbaronfineart.com

90 | Obrianna Fine Art | Obrianna Cornelius | Watercolor landscape paintings inspired by Maine. | https://obrianna.wixsite.com/obriannafineartist

91 | Penobscot Theatre | — | Professional regional theater offering live performances in downtown Bangor. | https://www.penobscottheatre.org/

92 | Torrey’s Muffins and Cookies | Sara Torrey | Baked goods including muffins, cookies, and other sweet treats. | https://www.facebook.com/share/1B9fNG3bPp/

93, 94 | Paul Lilley Art of Mosaics | Paul Lilley | Handmade mosaic artworks featuring intricate designs and colorwork. | https://www.paullilleyart.com / https://www.facebook.com/PaulLilleyArt / https://www.instagram.com/paullilleyart/

95 | Jennifer Billotti Art | Jennifer Billotti | Fine art exploring the connection between humans and the natural world. | https://www.jenniferbillottiart.com

96 | Lindsey’s Arts | Lindsey Stjean | Acrylic floral and landscape paintings, abstract works, and stained glass pieces. | https://lindsey-stjean.pixpa.com

97 | White Heron Prints | Sumner Roberts | Handmade color woodblock prints, often depicting nature and wildlife. | https://www.instagram.com/whiteheronprints/?hl=en

98 | Shelby Goldsmith | Shelby Goldsmith | Handmade contemporary mourning jewelry using semi-precious stones and oxidized silver. Created in Saco, Maine. | https://shelbygoldsmith.com

99 | MoonBeam Crystals | — | Crystal jewelry, nature-based art, cloches, and metaphysical décor. | https://www.instagram.com/moon.beam.crystals/

100 | Weavings by Halley | Halley Phillips | Handwoven wall weavings using recycled and natural materials. Includes handspun yarn, felting, and embroidery. | https://weavingsbyhalley.bigcartel.com

101 | Rachel Thornberry Creative | Rachel Ahrens | Simplified wildlife illustrations based on original photography. | https://www.rachelthornberry.com

102 | Tori Elyce Art | Tori Elyce | Original art, prints, stickers, and accessories featuring vibrant and expressive designs. | https://www.instagram.com/torielyceart/?hl=en

104 | Creation Lab | Holly Acampora | Illustrated and screen-printed apparel inspired by Maine wildlife, using water-based inks. | https://www.instagram.com/creationlabshop/?hl=en

105 | Catmint Crafts | Maire Trombley | Handmade 3D polymer clay food jewelry, embroidered jewelry, and floral stoneware using self-grown blooms. | http://www.catmintcrafts.shop/

106 | Maidenhair & Moss Soap Co | Lynn Spence | Handmade small-batch artisanal soaps, shampoo bars, and accessories using plant-based ingredients. | https://www.maidenhairandmoss.com

107 | Downeast 3D | Scott Helstrom | 3D-printed items including figures, busts, dice towers, and Flexy dragons. | https://www.facebook.com/downeast3d

112 | ELYSIUM Unique Jewelry and Wearable Art | Mary Ellen Merlino | One-of-a-kind handmade jewelry featuring cabochons, lampwork beads, sterling silver, and freshwater pearls. | https://www.etsy.com/shop/elysiumuniquejewelry

113 | Anne Woodman Jewelry Design | Anne Woodman | Handmade 14k gold-filled jewelry inspired by nature, featuring florals, pearls, and color. | https://www.annewoodmanjewelry.com/

114 | Amanda Kahl | Amanda Kahl | Graphic novels, mini comics, original illustration artwork, prints, stickers, and screenprints. | https://www.instagram.com/amandakahlart/?hl=en

115 | Hope Is An Artist | Hope Eye | Paintings, prints, and stickers featuring cats, whimsical creatures, and colorful imagination. | https://www.etsy.com/shop/HopeIsAnArtist

117 | The Threaded Needle | Ashley Thibeault | Locally designed and stitched cross-stitch kits, finished pieces, and accessories. | https://www.instagram.com/xxthethreadedneedlexx/

118 | Sarah Terrell Illustration & Design | Sarah Terrell | Whimsical and fantastical fine art, prints, decals, and original illustrations blending realism and imagination. | https://sarahterrellillustration.com

119 | Chimarta | Adam J. Chapman | Surrealist acrylic paintings depicting otherworldly, dreamlike, and alien landscapes. | https://www.instagram.com/chimmarta/

120 | M’s GEMS | Misty Burgess | Authentic vintage Sterling silver and gemstone jewelry, including amber, turquoise, larimar, and more. Also features original pieces made with vintage gemstone beads and new sterling hardware. | https://www.msgemsandfinejewelry.com/

121 | Griffin Tyler Art | Griffin Parrott | Original illustrations and artwork, plus related merchandise. | https://www.griffintylerart.com/

122 | Judy Holder Studio | Judy Holder | Original oil, acrylic, and gouache landscape paintings, as well as open and limited edition prints. | https://www.jholderart.com

123 | Doodle Rex Fine Art | Daryne Rockett | Bright, abstract paintings on circular birch panels, mixed media pieces, monotypes, and gift items. | https://www.doodlerex.com

124 | Tim Gaydos | Tim Gaydos | Acrylic landscapes and seascapes, along with oil pastel figurative art. | https://www.timgaydos.com

125 | The Gemini Connection Art Studio & Gallery | Rebecca Borja | Realistic landscape and seascape oil paintings that evoke a sense of calm and connection with nature. | https://www.thegeminiconnection.co

126 | City of Bangor | — | Information, services, and community resources from the City of Bangor. | https://www.bangormaine.gov/

127 | 200 Faces: Portraits by Jeanelle | Jeanelle Demers | Custom hand-painted pet portraits and botanical art. | https://www.jeanelledemers.com

128 | Sarah LaFontaine Art | Sarah LaFontaine | Original oil paintings, woodblock prints, digital prints, and stickers. | https://www.instagram.com/killure

130 | Opal’s Art | Opal Robinson | Traditional watercolorist specializing in naturalist and botanical illustration. Also offers stickers, illustrations, and suncatchers. | https://www.opalsart.com/

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College Artists

Jenna McGrath
University of Maine Orono
Instagram: @jennasuearts

Jules Mogul
University of Maine
Instagram: @julesmogul

Sophia Fitz
University of Maine
Instagram: @sophfitzdesign
Website: https://copyfol.io/v/sophiafitz