“A Life Behind the Canvas” is the first documentary on the career of iconic Maine painter William Irvine (b. 1931). In 2020, David Jester and Leigh Doran began filming countless hours of interviews with Irvine at his waterfront home in Brooklin, Maine. Granting the filmmakers rare access to his painting studio, Irvine, whose impressive oeuvre spans seventy-plus years, shares his insight into a life in art. Produced by Whisky Wolf Media, a production company based in Brunswick, Maine.

"In The Blood" is a 35-minute documentary by Whiskey Wolf Media (David Jester and Leigh Doran) that explores the lives and artistic bond of prominent Maine painter Philip Barter and his son, artist Matthew Barter. The film showcases their shared dedication to capturing the working life and landscapes of the Downeast Maine coast, highlighting a generational artistic legacy.

This presentation is part of The Waldo's 4th Annual Maine Artist Film Series.

William Irving's artwork will be displayed in The Waldo's gallery from August 11 - September 6.

There will be an opening reception before the film screening on August 12. 

Free parking is available on Main Street, Friendship Street, Jefferson St, in the 8 unreserved spaces on Glidden Street; in the Kuhn Parking lot (beside the masonic lodge on Main Street); and in the lot behind Perch and The Narrows Tavern. Please DO NOT park on School Street, Shady Lane or in the 2 Reserved spaces on Glidden Ave, as parking there is prohibited and strictly enforced.

If you have mobility needs that require special seating, please send an email to: [email protected]. We will be happy to accommodate your needs. All tickets are final sale and non-refundable.