Fore River Gallery
Art for Your Home And Life
Since 2009
NEWS!
FORE RIVER GALLERY ANNOUNCES MOVE TO NEW LOCATION
PORTLAND, ME – This September, Fore River Gallery will be relocating from its long time home on Market Street to a vibrant new space at 399 Fore Street, just a few blocks away. The move marks an exciting new chapter for the gallery, which has been a staple in the Portland arts scene since 2009.
“This is a big change for us, but we’re thrilled about the opportunities ahead,” says Liz Marks, a founding member of the gallery. “We’ve always been passionate about showcasing the incredible work of our talented artists, and this new space will let us do that in an even more dynamic way.”
The expanded location will allow Liz and her husband, Mike Marks, to create artwork on site while still offering the same high quality pieces for sale. The new space will feature a dedicated area for Mike to paint, as well as a relocated metalsmithing and jewelry studio where the duo can craft their unique pieces.
“We’re excited for our customers to see us creating artwork right in front of them. It’s a great way to connect our process with the pieces they’re purchasing,” adds Mike. “Plus, having the studio at the new gallery means we’ll free up a lot of space at home!”
In addition to the art studios and gallery, the new location will feature a unique component—Liz’s real estate services. As a broker with The Real Estate Store based in Scarborough since 2012, Liz can now meet clients in the gallery space, blending her expertise in real estate with the creative environment.
“This move really brings everything together for us—art, gallery, and real estate, all under one roof,” says Liz with a smile. “If we could fit my ceramic studio and our wood shop in there, we’d have everything in one place!”
While the couple is excited to continue showcasing the works of their longtime artist collaborators, they will also be supporting fellow gallery owner Tegan Curry, who will remain at the Market Street location to offer her jewelry, local artwork, as well as jewelry-making lessons. “We’ve worked with Tegan for over ten years, and we’re thrilled about her new venture,” Mike says.
In addition to the work of Liz and Mike, customers will continue to find the works of the talented artists: T.J. McDermott, Elizabeth Prior, Jason Morrissey, Amanda Pray, Maria Wolff and Aaron Staples at the new location.
Fore River Gallery will strive to open in mid-September. Stay tuned for updates and sneak peeks as they prepare for the next chapter!
A Mock-Up of Our New at 399 Fore Street Storefront Once We Move in Artwork Hang Our Signs!
The Work We Show is the Work We Create
We are a small group of Maine artists. In our gallery we showcase the work we have created. The passion we put forth, the drive to create, and the constant push to develop as an artist, has allowed us to continue working together as a co-operative gallery since 2009.
When we have finished creating a piece in our studios, it will soon be displayed in the gallery. We strive hard to create pieces for all size budgets and size walls. The artwork is always changing so to get an idea of the type of artwork we have and create, feel free to browse through our past catalogue of work.
FORE RIVER GALLERY
Artist Members
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Mike Marks
Painter, Metal
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T.J. McDermott
Sculptor, Mixed Media
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Liz Marks
Ceramics, Jewelry
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Tegan Curry
Jeweler
Represented Artists
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JewelerWe are fortunate to continue carrying the work of Elizabeth as she transitions to retiring from the jeweler's bench. Her skilled mixed metal jewelry and eye for beautiful stones make her jewelry timeless.
See more of her work here.
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Blacksmith/BladesmithJason’s work is exceptional and to have his work in our gallery is an honor. His level of craftsmanship is phenomenal and the stunning quality of his work is always a pleasure to showcase to our customers.
See his work here.
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IllustratorExplore the intricate world of Aaron's highly detailed pen and ink drawings, capturing the essence of marine life. Each piece showcases the delicate textures of scales and the dynamic interplay of light and shadow.
See more of his work here.
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Textile Artist
Whether Amanda is weaving intricate table runners or producing large scale wall hangings, her work will surely brighten up a room with her choice of bold colors.
See more of her work here.
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Jeweler
Maria is an outstanding craftsperson, skilled in various materials. We are happy to offer her leather products that incorporate her silversmith techniques. Her unique approach merges the durability of leather with the elegance of silver, creating aesthetically pleasing items. Experience the blend of tradition and innovation in Maria's work, where every stitch tells a story of artistry and skill.
See more of her work here.
Online Shop
Our inventory in the store constantly changes. If there’s something you saw while visiting us in Portland but don’t see it online, please feel free to contact us and we’ll see if it’s still available. We do offer shipping.
If you’ve visited us, worked with us or purchased any piece in the past, we would love a review of your experience. It’s a simple, quick and free way to help us build and expand our reach and we would really appreciate it. Thank you.