
COMMUNITY ART BUS

Common Roots Studio Community Art Bus
The Community Art Bus, a program created by Nick Blunier of Common Roots Studio, brings free, hands-on art experiences directly to underserved communities in Maine.
Inspired by his background in using art in a therapeutic setting and special education, Nick transformed a painted bus into a mobile art space that provides creative outlets for youth and families.
Operating out of Biddeford, where economic challenges are significant, the bus has reached over 15,000 participants in its first three years, partnering with 40+ organizations to deliver 222 hours of programming.
With a focus on fostering creativity, community, and mental health awareness, the program relies on donations and sponsorships to continue offering free services, ensuring art remains accessible to those who need it most.
The bus was been painted by the community at the 2022 Fringefest in downtown Biddeford. With the help of local graffiti artist @DanaNastee’s finished touches, investors and businesses names have been added to the bus advertising for them at
all events!
2025 Events

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Learning Works Afterschool Program Feb 3
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Wells Public Library Feb 19
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Lodge on the cove May 7
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Lodge on the cove May 14
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Lodge on the cove May 21
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Lodge on the cove May 28
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Kennebunk Art Walk June 13
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Wells Public Library June 23
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Gray Recreational Camp July 1
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Kennebunk Art Walk July 11
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Kennebunk Art Walk Aug 8
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Revel in the Meadow Aug 16
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Babygirl Foundation Fundraiser Sep 21
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Ogunquit Museum of Art Dec 13-14
Where We've Been & What We've Done
Towns & Events Covered
Bus Donated Time / Supplies to Community
$4,280
2022
$2,320
2023
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$10,000
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$8,000
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$6,000
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$4,000
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$2,000

BIDDEFORD
River Jam Fest
Fringefest
Cultural Fair
Sacred Profane Pride Block Party
JFK Memorial "School Readiness Fair"
Pollinator Festival
Chamber's Beach Bash
Sacred Profane Stand Together PRIDE
BLOCK PARTY
Heart of Biddeford Music in the Park
Chamber's Chamberfest
Biddeford Art Walk
CRS Halloween Show @ Sacred
Profane​
Shop Local with Heart of Biddeford
Banded Brewing Holiday Fest
School Readiness
Confetti
Biddeford Beach Bash
ChamberFest
Sweetser Summer Fun Day
River Jam Fest
Oktoberfest
University of New England
Blaze Brewery
Jr Martin Community Center
Block Party
Tree Lighting
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BOOTHBAY HARBOR
Maine State Aquarium
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DENMARK
Dam Jam
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DOVER, NH
Revel in Meadow​
​​Revel in Meadow​
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FALMOUTH, ME
Hurricane Valley Farm​
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HIRAM
Ossipee Valley Music Arts Festival
(3 Day Festival)
Ossipee Valley Music Arts Festival
(3 Day Festival)​​​​
KENNEBUNK/PORT
Christmas Prelude 2022
Parks & Rec Chalk the Port
Baby Girl Foundation
Christmas Prelude 2023
Baby Girl Foundation
Christmas Prelude 2024
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NORTH BERWICK
Continuum Arts Music Festival
OLD ORCHARD BEACH
Oceanwood Camp
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OGUNQUIT
Ogunquit Library
American Art Museum
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PORTLAND
Axe-Travaganza
Portland Childs Odyssey​
Portland Museum of Art
Center for Grieving Children
Children's Odyssey
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ROME
Pine Tree Special Needs Camp
Pine Tree Special Needs Camp ​
Pine Tree Special Needs Camp
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SACO
Run of the Mill Harvest Fest
Sweetser Fall Festival
Wandalands Music Arts Festival
Sweetser Summer Fun Day​
Sweetser Ruel Ricker Farm Day
Halloween at Pacifico​
Holiday Gift Making at Pacifico​
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WELLS
Wild Bevy Distilling Nature Art Day
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WESTBROOK
Westbrook Commons

$3,970
2024
$150
2025
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Rent the bus for your event!​
Hired jobs allow us to provide free art activities at community and non profit events; supporting our mission of art for all.
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With our newly renovated small bus, Common Roots Studio can bring immersive art experiences to youth anywhere! Perfect for festivals, community events, birthdays and more! The Mobile Art Bus unfolds to offer a hub for arts & crafts.

Pricing
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2 Hours
2 Crafts - $300
4 Crafts - $350
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4 Hours
2 Crafts $400
4 Crafts $550
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Our Sponsors




Art Van Program
Run of the Mill
Engine
Full Circle Art Consulting

Continuum Arts Collective
Nonantum Resort

Joe Bornstein Law Offices
