Alumni News (January ’26)

January 2026. Read the latest news from Hewnoaks Artist Residency alumni! This month’s featured image is courtesy of Dean McCrillis ’24, whose solo exhibition Dog Years is on view at Cove Street Arts in Portland through January 17th.

Beth Given-Sorensen to Lead Hewnoaks Artist Residency as Executive Director

Lovell, ME, Jan. 6, 2026 — The Board of Directors of Hewnoaks Artist Residency is pleased to announce that Beth Given-Sorensen has been selected as the new Executive Director of the nonprofit artist residency. Beth Given-Sorensen is a seasoned nonprofit leader with over 15 years of experience in arts administration, fundraising, and strategic growth.