Lincoln Theater will welcome acclaimed Maine artist Glenn Chadbourne on Thursday, Jan. 29, at 7 p.m. for a free public event as part of its ongoing series, Talking Art in Maine.

Talking Art in Maine is a series of one-on-one conversations with artists and curators who have made a substantial impact on Maine’s creative community. Hosted by Emily Sabino, the series is designed to give audiences intimate access to the artist and their selected pieces, complete with firsthand explanations into each piece, as well as the opportunity to ask questions about their work and experiences.

Chadbourne, who lives in Newcastle, is widely known for his work in the horror and fantasy genres. Born in 1959, Chadbourne studied at The Portland School of Art, the University of Maine at Augusta, and the University of Southern Maine. His first published artwork appeared in the late 1980s after he won a contest inviting artists to submit King-inspired work to Castle Rock, a Stephen King–related newsletter. In the early 1990s, Chadbourne wrote, illustrated, and self-published a few comics called “ChillVille” and “Farmer Fiend’s Horror Harvest.”

Things began to fall into place for Chadbourne when famed horror author Rick Hautala asked him to illustrate his short story collection “Bedbugs.” He has illustrated works for many of the top names in the horror genre, most notably Stephen King. Chadbourne created covers and illustrated books and magazines for publishers such as Cemetery Dance Publications, Subterranean Press, and Earthling Publications. Chadbourne is known for his dry humor, approachable personality, and the candor with which he speaks about his work—qualities that make him a compelling presence in conversation.

Host Emily Sabino is an abstract representational painter living in Newcastle, Maine, whose work explores the cosmic and elemental qualities of the natural world. In addition to her studio practice, Sabino serves as a board member of the Union of Maine Visual Artists and was a reviewer for the Maine Arts Commission during the 2024–2025 cycle.

Lincoln Theater is located at 2 Theater St. in the heart of downtown Damariscotta. More information is available online at LincolnTheater.org or by contacting the theater office at info@LincolnTheater.org or 563-3424. The Talking Art in Maine series is made possible thanks to sponsorships from the Damariscotta River Grill and Damariscotta Hardware.