The Bremen Library is delighted to showcase John Otterbein as our November Artist of The Month.

Known for his imaginative and whimsical approach, Mr. Otterbein’s paintings often feature playful humor and vibrant colors.

He holds a degree in graphic design and photography from Arizona State University and spent many years as an art director and designer, specializing in flexographic printings for major corporations. Upon moving to Maine, he founded the Wooden Screen Door Company in Waldoboro, where he produced over 17,000 custom-made screen doors. After selling the business, he rekindled his passion for painting and was influenced by his admiration for Gary Larson’s “Far Side” cartoons. He studied watercolor under Grif Teller, a well-known painter of Pennsylvania Railroad scenes, and later with local artist Erica Qualey, who helped reignite his interest in watercolor.

An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 4 to 6 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Reception is free and open to all.

Artwork will be on display throughout the month of November in the Meeting Room Gallery and can be viewed during regular library hours: Wednesday 10-5, Thursday 10-7, Friday 10-3, and Saturday 9-1.

For more informaton, visit the Bremen Library, 204 Waldoboro Road, Bremen, or call 207-529-5572.