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After getting to perform on stage last night, I’ve been thinking about how much dance has changed my life. I got back into dance in November of last year and it’s been deeply transformative. It’s a creative outlet outside of clay that allows me to connect with my body in a healing way. I’m so grateful for every woman I’ve danced with and for the instructors I’ve met and learned from because each of them has helped me grow. Love the ladies at @stilettostrutdancestudio 💜

#dance #heelsdanceclass #dancelove #dancestudio

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June was beautiful. Thank you @featherlightphotography207 for these gorgeous shots of the lovely @bessasmith and me.

Tell your friends you love them. Better yet, get photos with them. 💜🤍

📸: @featherlightphotography207

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Summer by the Sea 🐚🦞

Maine based ceramic artist & painter Bessa Smith wearing our Girl Crush design on the flowy crop top

100% cotton
Sizes S-XXL available on Etsy 🩵

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More dogs DOES = more laughs

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We’ve rolled out our May-June session classes and we’ve got some lovely offerings for you with some really lovely, talented instructors. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have had a few classes, we’ve got foundational wheel and handbuilding, intermediate wheel, and a new open class…kind of like a study hall for pottery complete with an instructor to guide you.

Join us this spring!
Visit the link in bio > CLASSES

#millpondceramicsstudio #potteryclassesnearme #biddefordmaine

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I swear she's made of magnets, because I'm always drawn to her 🌈🌼@bessa.smith.ceramics
Laurel Hill Cemetery, Saco

#mainephotographer #portlandmainephotographer #maineengagementphotographer #maineseniorportraitphotographer

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MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! New glaze tile wall is done, thanks to the hands of many! Out with the old Cone 5 tiles and in with the new Cone 6. Thanks to Zack, Dex, Elona, and Josh for helping us get it finished, along with glaze testing and mixing by Ava and Bessa! Takes a village (and several months)!

#communityclaystudio #buildingcommunityfromclay #potteryclasses #potterylessons

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January 2026 was the most painful month of my entire life but also contained some sweet, grounded moments too. I got a piece of metal put into my left iliac vein. I advocated for myself and others with May Thurner Syndrome / Pelvic Congestion Syndrome who experience birth-like level pain and (from some doctors) get told the recovery period should be 2 days. I surprised myself with how comfortable I am sharing my experience/ perspective to medical staff, so people with my conditions can have better care and more support in the future.

As my health has declined so significantly over the last two years, I’ve learned SO much. The most important lesson being that I know my body better than anyone else and my perspective is vital in creating safer health outcomes for myself and the patients that come after me.

This month I listened to podcasts, read two books, video chatted with my family + niece / nephews, and connected with my friends near and far. I got more comfortable and settled in my new accessible home. I did medical administration work for myself and I took my medications.

I grieved for our country, for Minnesota and Maine, for the fear / terror / violence that this administration has inflicted on the immigrant communities and everyone that wants to keep them safe. I went back to work after medical leave. I worked long, hard hours of special education coordination / supporting families. I called and emailed my senators. I cried and cried and cried.

I’m a different person than I was at the end of 2025. I think we all are. This year I hope for more wide open space where accessibility and safety comes with ease. Where communities come together to support one another.

#abolishice #endfacism #chronicillness #pelviccongestionsyndrome #maythurnersyndrome

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Some recent additions + restocks in the shop ✨ 💕 Valentine’s Day is coming up fast and there’s no better gift the a locally made one!! So come stop in + support local! 🛍️ See a sneak peek of our mural which is almost finished + our upcoming scrap fabric hoodie drop (pictured on the last slide 👀)

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***GIVEAWAY CLOSED***

🪩NEW YEARS GIVEAWAY🪩
valued at $1,200

PRIZES:
1: A 30 minute session of your choice 📸
@coastalmaineclicks

2: Permanent Jewelry Bracelet ✨
@jeweledbythecoast

3: Custom Artwork Tote Bag 🫐
@newmeadowdesigns

4: Deep conditioning with a haircut ✂️
@prettybyporack @salonbe207

5: One spray tan w/post care items 👙
@glimmer.go

6: Custom pottery mug 🎨
@bessa.smith.ceramics

7: Custom map drawing - Breweries, Portland ✍🏼
@abbyclarkcreative

8: A 60 minute massage 💆🏼‍♀️
@aspiremassageandwellness

HOW TO ENTER TO WIN:
1. Like this post
2. Follow all accounts affiliated with the giveaway
3. Tag 3 friends in the comments

Good Luck - Winner will be messaged by @coastalmaineclicks

🏆 Saturday, January 31st 2026

#giveaway #mainegiveaway #enternow #winitall #mainephotographer

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Finally got all the fam together for some end-of-the-internship funny stories, libations, and snacks. Well wishes to Dex and Ava who are moving on. We’re welcoming Zack back for the spring semester. We are grateful for such a great crew this semester. Thanks from Bessa and Tam!

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November was a blur of symptoms, sweetness, and time spent with friends/fam. I began taking two new medications that have started to show results little bit by little bit. I made some BIG life decisions about my housing situation (spoiler- I’m moving to accessible housing). And overall found hope and courage to keep going, even on the hard days 💜

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