Unlike other creative spaces in Portland—typically repurposed buildings that artists must adapt to—cassidypoint is the first structure built in Maine specifically for artists’ studios. “A sense of flexibility, industry, and trust in the productivity of artists is reflected in every room and hallway. Even the plumbing is designed with the expectation of artists engaging in ambitious creative practices,” writes arts columnist h.irons.h. When the building opened in 2020, artists across the state (like Jim Mullen, whose spacious studio inspires his wide angle landscape paintings), immediately signed every single lease. To read about Portland’s newest artist studio designed to cultivate the creative process, tap the link in bio.⁠ ⁠ Photo: christinawnek⁠ _____⁠ ⁠ #themainemag #loveme #maineartists #artinmaine #cassidypoint #artiststudio⁠