
Maine Coast Sojourn
Painting a Legacy of Land Conservation
“Lives and works on the Maine coast”—that’s a phrase often found in a Mainer’s bio. But in the case of painter Timothy P. Wilson, it’s quite literally true. Timothy P. Wilson is traveling to Maine Coast Heritage Trust preserves up and down the coast, painting in all seasons, in all kinds of weather, and all for a cause: the ongoing effort to conserve the Maine coast and keep it open to all. Timothy and Cove Street Arts—the Portland art gallery hosting the exhibit in September, 2021—are generously donating a percentage of sales from “Maine Coast Sojourn.” We invite you to follow along!
Meet Timothy P. Wilson
Plein air painter Timothy P. Wilson has immersed himself in MCHT’s conserved coastal landscapes, partnering with us to document these wild spaces.
See Where He’s Been Painting
Up and down the coast, all year long, in all kinds of weather, he sets up his easel and makes art on MCHT Preserves, often finishing a day’s work windburned and saltwater soaked.
Watch Timothy’s Journey
Filmmaker Galen Koch has been following along with Timothy’s journey. Watch this beautiful video that highlights his work and this unique partnership with MCHT.
The Event

How to Follow Along
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“What I realized was it was important to me to act as a land steward, I felt needed to promote this experience of conservation; to show that this experience of painting in the landscape is made possible because people are taking care of the land and preserving things. It was really important for me to do something positive.”
— Timothy P. Wilson