Real Estate & Elegant Maine Living - The Way Life Should Be
Elegant Maine Living explores Maine’s luxury real estate market, distinctive properties, and the lifestyle that makes this state such a special place to call home. Hosted by Elise Kiely, a top-producing real estate advisor and lifestyle connector with Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty, the podcast features thoughtful conversations with local leaders, creatives, and visionaries who embody the spirit of elegant living in Maine. Whether you're buying, selling, or simply Maine-curious, each episode offers insight, inspiration, and a deeper connection to the people and places that define Maine.
Real Estate & Elegant Maine Living - The Way Life Should Be
Episode 18: The Art of Creativity, Community and Collecting with Elizabeth Moss
In this inspiring second half of Elise’s conversation with Elizabeth Moss, owner of the Elizabeth Moss Galleries, we explore the intersection of art, commerce, and community in Maine. Liz shares how her dream of building a cultural salon has blossomed into two vibrant gallery spaces—one in Portland and one in Falmouth—where visual art, music, and conversation create an elegant third space for connection.
Elise and Liz discuss:
- How Liz curates exhibitions and builds relationships with artists and collectors
- The power of art as investment and how Maine-based artist Lynn Drexler's work has soared from $10,000 to over $1 million
- The role of galleries as “third spaces” in a post-COVID world
- How Elizabeth is championing emerging artists like Alice Jones, Elijah Ober, and Nick Benfey
- Why collectors—from first-time buyers to seasoned investors—trust her eye
- Liz’s view on elegance, memory, and the transformational power of standing before the right painting
This episode is a love letter to art, Maine, and the magic that happens when passion meets purpose.
🔗 Links & Mentions:
🖼️ Elizabeth Moss Galleries
Website: www.elizabethmossgalleries.com
Instagram: @elizabethmossgalleries
Facebook: Elizabeth Moss Galleries on Facebook
🎨 Artists Highlighted in This Episode
- Lynn Drexler
Lynn Drexler Foundation
Article: “The Rediscovery of Lynn Drexler” – ArtNews - Lois Dodd
- Katherine Bradford
- Billy Gerard Frank
Billy Gerard Frank – Official Site - Samira Abbassy
- Gail Spaien
Gail Spaien – Artist Page at ICON Contemporary Art - Emerging Maine Artists
- Alice Jones
- Elijah Ober
- Nick Benfey
Bonus: Learn about the gallery’s musical evenings, including a recent string quartet performance that created an unforgettable blend of music and visual art.
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✨ Quote of the Episode:
“Elegance is about recognizing and expressing beauty. It’s intentional. It’s style, care, and creative spirit with a heavy dose of emotional intelligence.” – Elizabeth Moss
Connect with Elise
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Please remember this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not create an attorney client or real estate advisor client relationship. Please reach out to me directly if I can assist you in your real estate journey.
