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Sylvan Gallery Sylvan Gallery features Contemporary Fine Art by some of the finest artists in New England.

Sylvan Gallery represents some of the finest contemporary realist artists of New England. Many of the artists working in oil, watercolor and pastel have won significant national awards and accolades and belong to highly respected organizations including the Salmagundi Club, the Pastel Society of America, and the American Society of Marine Artists.

A new collector fell in love with three of Neal Hughes’ paintings before finally narrowing it down to one! I always love...
10/22/2026

A new collector fell in love with three of Neal Hughes’ paintings before finally narrowing it down to one! I always love hearing what draws people to a work of art, something artists don’t often get to hear directly. Patrick shared these lovely thoughts with us about what makes Neal’s work so special:

“Neal Hughes’ plein air studies distill the essential components of painting—light, space, and atmosphere—into a unique visual experience. While details are specific to a place, they are honed to support a vision that is both realistic and subtly abstract.”

Thank you, Patrick, for sharing such a thoughtful perspective on Neal’s work—and congratulations to Neal on welcoming a new collector!

✨ Artwork Details:
• Neal Hughes, Cemetery at Monhegan
• Oil on linen panel
• 8” x 10” | 🔴 SOLD

📍 Sylvan Gallery
Historic Wiscasset, Maine

Discover more works by Neal Hughes and our other select contemporary artists on our website—link in bio.

We always welcome inquiries! DM, call, or email Ann at 207-882-8290 or [email protected] for more information.

Angelo Franco Jr. has a wonderful eye for the character of the New England landscape. With expressive brushwork, a beaut...
10/21/2026

Angelo Franco Jr. has a wonderful eye for the character of the New England landscape. With expressive brushwork, a beautiful sense of light, and an instinct for capturing the mood of the weather, he makes you feel as though you’ve stepped right into the scene. This snowy landscape has drawn quite a few admirers—and those turkeys are hard not to love! ❄️

✨ Artwork Details:
• Angelo Franco Jr., “Winterscape with Turkeys”
• Oil on panel
• 18” x 23”

📍 Sylvan Gallery
Historic Wiscasset, Maine

Discover more works by Angelo Franco Jr. and our other select contemporary artists on our website — link in bio.

We always welcome inquiries! DM, call, or email Ann at 207-882-8290 / [email protected] for more information.

Look for more winter landscapes by Angelo arriving soon!

One of October’s paintings that found a new home in North Carolina! ❤️The new owners didn’t hesitate when they saw “Whis...
10/16/2026

One of October’s paintings that found a new home in North Carolina! ❤️

The new owners didn’t hesitate when they saw “Whispers of the Tide” by Paul Batch. There’s something wonderfully quiet and atmospheric about this painting that draws you in. I’ll miss having it in the gallery, but I’m delighted it found just the right home!

✨ Artwork Details:
• Paul Batch, “Whispers of the Tide”
• Oil on panel
• 14” x 11” | SOLD

📍 Sylvan Gallery
Historic Wiscasset, Maine

Discover more works by and our other select contemporary artists at sylvangallery.com — link in bio.

Questions? DM, call Ann at 207-882-8290, or email [email protected].

10/14/2026

One of Wiscasset’s most beloved summer landmarks! ❤️

Robert Noreika’s impressionistic painting of Red’s Eats captures the energy of a summer day on Water Street, with a lively crowd beneath the iconic red-and-white awning, colorful figures, and the cool shade of the leafy trees overhead. A wonderful slice of summertime in Wiscasset!

may be closed for the season, but we’re still here on Water Street! Come see the painting in person at Sylvan Gallery, and be sure to visit our next-door neighbors at , too. We’re both open Wednesday through Sunday.

Don’t miss the other fine shops on Water Street and throughout the village. We hope to see you soon! 😊

Red’s Eats by Robert Noreika, oil, 16 × 20”

Discover more works by and our other select contemporary artists at sylvangallery.com — link in bio.

Questions? DM, call Ann at 207-882-8290, or email [email protected].

It’s always a little bittersweet when someone calls ready to purchase a painting, only to discover it sold the day befor...
10/11/2026

It’s always a little bittersweet when someone calls ready to purchase a painting, only to discover it sold the day before! 🎨

Gallery owners will tell you it happens more often than you might think. Sometimes it’s even a matter of hours. Stan Moeller’s evocative painting, “Night Swimmers – Pool Angels,” had caught the attention of several people who saw it in the gallery. On Friday, one person returned after thinking about it for two months and decided the time was right. On Saturday, another call came in from someone ready to make it theirs.

I really hate disappointing people, but it’s also a wonderful reminder of how deeply a painting can connect with someone. ❤️

We’ve all had those moments when we go back and forth over a decision, only to discover the opportunity has passed. When a painting really speaks to you, sometimes you just know.

And congratulations to Stan for creating a painting that resonated with so many people!

“Night Swimmers – Pool Angels” by
Oil on panel | 16 × 20 inches
SOLD🔴

Discover more of Stan’s work on our website — link in bio.

We always welcome inquiries! DM, call, or email Ann at 207-882-8290 or [email protected] for more information.

🍂A burst of autumn color! 🍂One of our newest arrivals by Maine artist , “Maine Farm, Autumn” captures the vibrant colors...
10/11/2026

🍂A burst of autumn color! 🍂

One of our newest arrivals by Maine artist , “Maine Farm, Autumn” captures the vibrant colors of fall foliage in all their glory. Painted directly from life in a single session, Roberta’s spontaneous, expressive brushwork captures the immediacy of the moment and the beauty of a New England autumn.

“Maine Farm, Autumn” by Roberta Goschke, oil on linen panel, 12 x 16”

Explore more works by Roberta and our other award-winning contemporary artists on our website — link in bio.

We always welcome inquiries! DM, call, or email Ann at 207-882-8290 or [email protected].

🕰️ Gallery Hours

• Wednesday–Saturday: 11–4:30
• Sunday: 12–4
• Monday & Tuesday: By appointment

10/09/2026

Eight Crista Pisano paintings and counting! 😄❤️🎨

These siblings come back year after year, and we love it! This time, Crista’s “Ever Upward” was chosen as a birthday surprise for Mike’s wife — who gave her enthusiastic approval via FaceTime! 🎁❤️

Thank you all for your continued support of Sylvan and our artists. You make every visit special!

“Ever Upward” by oil, 11.375 x 1.625 — SOLD ❤️

Discover more of Crista’s work through the link in our bio.

10/07/2026

Some paintings have a way of finding their people. ❤️

Ken & Ken first saw Neal Hughes’ Lightkeeper’s House, Marshall Point early this season. They loved it. Then they went home.

And kept thinking about it. 😉

As it turns out, Marshall Point is already a pretty important place for them—it was where they decided they wanted to move to Maine, and they eventually found a home in the area. Needless to say, it’s their favorite lighthouse in Maine.

So they just came back for the painting. ❤️

And there was an especially meaningful reason: they purchased it with Ken’s Aunt Eileen in mind. She recently passed away and had a great love of art, making this painting an even more special addition to their home.

And Bobo? Well, Bobo was simply there to make sure everyone looked good for the photo. 🐾

Congratulations, Ken & Ken! We couldn’t be happier that Neal’s Lightkeeper’s House found its way to you.

“Lightkeeper’s House, Marshall Point” by Neal Hughes, oil, 20 x20” - 🔴 SOLD

🏠 Gallery Hours:
• Wednesday–Saturday: 11–4:30
• Sunday: 12–4
• Monday & Tuesday: By chance or appointment

Explore more work by and our other award-winning contemporary artists through the link in our bio.

Questions about a particular painting? Send us a DM, give us a call, or email Ann at 207-882-8290 / [email protected]. I’m always happy to answer questions or provide more information.

Some paintings have a way of grabbing the spotlight! 🐦Stan Moeller’s “Angry Gull” sold before it even had a chance to re...
10/04/2026

Some paintings have a way of grabbing the spotlight! 🐦

Stan Moeller’s “Angry Gull” sold before it even had a chance to reach the wall! With its bold, expressive brushwork and wonderfully raw energy, this feisty fellow captures the unmistakable spirit of Maine’s coast.

We have a feeling this gull will be right at home with its new owner! ❤️

“Angry Gull” by Stan Moeller, oil, 10 x 8” - SOLD🔴

🏠 Gallery Hours:
Wednesday–Saturday: 11–5
Sunday: 12–4
Monday & Tuesday: By chance or appointment

Explore more work by and our other award-winning contemporary artists through the link in our bio.

Questions about a painting? We’re happy to help! Send us a DM, call, or email Ann at 207-882-8290 / [email protected].

10/01/2026

Artist Spotlight ~ Robert Noreika 🎨

For more than 40 years, Robert Noreika has been painting the people, places and waterways of New England with an unmistakable sense of color, energy and design. While his earlier work is known for its loose, expressive brushwork, I’ve especially enjoyed watching his paintings evolve toward a more distilled approach — simplifying the scene into bold shapes, vibrant color and strong, beautifully balanced compositions. Whether painting a working harbor, a quiet village or the rocky coast of Maine, Bob captures the essence of a place rather than every detail.

A Signature Member of the American Watercolor Society since 2015, Bob is also a member of several prominent art organizations, including the Salmagundi Club and the New England Watercolor Society. His work has been selected twice for the American Watercolor Society’s traveling exhibition, and his paintings are part of the permanent collection of the New Britain Museum of American Art.

We’re delighted to represent his work here at Sylvan Gallery. ❤️

Paintings featured here:

- Yellow Buoys - Bailey’s Island, acrylic, 16x20”

- The Picnic - Monhegan Island, acrylic, 16x20” 🔴

- Lifting Fog, New Harbor, acrylic, 18x24”

- Across From McLoons, Sprucehead, acrylic, 14x18”

- Blue Tarp, acrylic, 8x10”

- Soft Morning Sail, Bailey’s Island, acrylic, 24x30”

- Two Gulls - Monhegan Island, acrylic, 16x20”

Discover more works by on his page on our website - link in bio.

🖼️ Gallery Hours:
Wednesday–Saturday: 11–5
Sunday: 11–4
Monday & Tuesday by chance or appointment

   

Address

49 Water Street, PO Box 428
Wiscasset, ME
04578

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+12078828290

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