The University of New England (UNE) is hosting the art exhibition “Maine Moments” by artist Susan Hanson at the UNE Campus Center in Biddeford from July 29 to August 29. Hanson, a photographer and former art educator, works in oil, acrylic, and gouache paints, focusing on Maine’s seasonal landscapes. Her work has been shown in a dozen exhibits around Maine since 2011, and she self-published the book “Marsh Moods” after photographing the Scarborough Marsh for a year.
This exhibition matters because it highlights the role of regional university venues in supporting local artists and connecting the community with nature-inspired art. Hanson’s dedication to capturing Maine’s changing landscapes through multiple mediums underscores the enduring appeal of place-based artistic practice, while the UNE Campus Center provides accessible public viewing hours, making art part of everyday life in Biddeford.