Maine’s Art Auction Hearts Beat Faster Than Winter Tides

When February chills the Maine coast, the Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) turns up the heat with its “Art You Love” benefit auction. This annual event gathers over fifty works from both established and emerging artists, each with a unique connection to Maine’s creative spirit. Proceeds from the auction go beyond supporting CMCA’s dynamic exhibitions and educational outreach—they’re earmarked this year for the Suzette McAvoy Exhibition Fund, ensuring future shows keep pushing boundaries. Founded by artists in 1952, CMCA has become Maine’s pulse for contemporary art, championing new voices and fresh perspectives. The auction’s digital format adds a dash of suspense: last-minute bids reset the clock, keeping the competition lively. Each artwork ships from its own corner of the world, so logistics are as individual as the art itself. In Maine, even the coldest month can spark a flurry of creative warmth—one bid at a time. #MaineArt #ContemporaryArt #ArtAuction