Blue Line Arts
Blue Line Arts
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11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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marymboettcher
El Centro, CA7 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
Great gallery. Blue Line has the most interesting exhibits. The space is small but they show remarkable work to irs best advantage. Wonderful people.
Written 17 January 2019
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Mary B
Roseville, CA499 contributions
Feb 2018
We were impressed as soon as we walked through the door by both the quality and quantity of fine art available to view and buy. There are two galleries and both change periodically during the year. Be sure to check their website before visiting. We were pleased to be there while the artwork of the very talented Marianne Bland's was showing in the Westpark Workshop Gallery. In the Coker Family Main Gallery we saw many wonderful Fine Craft Competition works of art. Everything in the "By Hand" exhibit was wonderful. We especially liked some of the wooden constructions and a giant grasshopper made from auto parts and other recycled materials. They have 15 exhibitions a year, so we will definitely be going back over and over. Next door is free parking in the multi-level garage.
Written 6 February 2018
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JanJan
Fair Oaks, CA199 contributions
Feb 2017
This is a terrific art gallery. They have a variety of shows and class rooms and activities. Well done.
Written 5 August 2017
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Jasmine E
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Business
I was a member and teaching artist at Blue Line for approximately a year and a half. As an artist, I would not suggest donating your work, volunteering your time, or joining the membership until some serious changes happen at Blue Line. As a consumer, I would not suggest having an event or bringing your child to an art class at Blue Line.
During my employment more balls were dropped than picked up. Including a wedding at one point that was scheduled for the next day that no one was aware of until one or 2:00 in the afternoon the day prior. Lack of follow-through is the biggest issue at Blue Line. I was constantly sending emails, making phone calls, asking if they had followed through on their work and quite often it had been forgotten until I reached out. I want to say they are experiencing the same lack of follow-through from other nonprofits as I did with them. The whole system is broken unfortunately with the grant funds staying in the hands of the nonprofits and not truly making it back into the community.
Unfortunately, due to a conversation with Mary Tess in April, I've been told things are not going to change. They are aware of the issues but they are also aware that they will continue. I am deeply saddened at the fact that I shared so many artists with Blue Line that were all hugely disappointed with their interactions as well. The artist is not the focal point at Blue Line like it should be. There is not a whole lot of appreciation for the hours days, months that go into the work that is donated to Blue Line. Blue lines bottom line is the focal point. Which is hugely disappointing for an art gallery. But is showing in the small donations and slimmed attendance to classes which are down due to the issues at Blue Line.
Further more the lack of attention to diversity in art has also been a huge issue that I've noticed and even attempted to discuss with a coworker. (Unaware of current shows speaking of my knowledge of 2019-2023 shows) Lots of 50+ white men and women being chosen for residency and shows. Zero awareness when it comes to culturally appropriated art. If it's not their culture you shouldn't be hosting a showcase for that artist.
During my employment more balls were dropped than picked up. Including a wedding at one point that was scheduled for the next day that no one was aware of until one or 2:00 in the afternoon the day prior. Lack of follow-through is the biggest issue at Blue Line. I was constantly sending emails, making phone calls, asking if they had followed through on their work and quite often it had been forgotten until I reached out. I want to say they are experiencing the same lack of follow-through from other nonprofits as I did with them. The whole system is broken unfortunately with the grant funds staying in the hands of the nonprofits and not truly making it back into the community.
Unfortunately, due to a conversation with Mary Tess in April, I've been told things are not going to change. They are aware of the issues but they are also aware that they will continue. I am deeply saddened at the fact that I shared so many artists with Blue Line that were all hugely disappointed with their interactions as well. The artist is not the focal point at Blue Line like it should be. There is not a whole lot of appreciation for the hours days, months that go into the work that is donated to Blue Line. Blue lines bottom line is the focal point. Which is hugely disappointing for an art gallery. But is showing in the small donations and slimmed attendance to classes which are down due to the issues at Blue Line.
Further more the lack of attention to diversity in art has also been a huge issue that I've noticed and even attempted to discuss with a coworker. (Unaware of current shows speaking of my knowledge of 2019-2023 shows) Lots of 50+ white men and women being chosen for residency and shows. Zero awareness when it comes to culturally appropriated art. If it's not their culture you shouldn't be hosting a showcase for that artist.
Written 3 July 2024
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Jl C
Davis, CA17 contributions
Aug 2019 • Friends
I am a local artist, art teacher, and a longtime Blue Line artist member. I have proudly participated in exhibits, ceramic workshops, and receptions (all organized by Tony Natsoulas). I am deeply saddened to hear the news that Tony Natsoulas will no longer be the Exhibition Coordinator of the gallery. Throughout the years, I constantly rave about the Blue Line Gallery - it’s dynamic and vibrant exhibitions, its special vibe, the unique spotlight and support that it gives artists. This unique approach to the gallery has been the work of Tony Natsoulas. He is a rare gem in the whole art world in the way he bridges artists with the art world, and the relationship benefits both sides. Over the years, I have marketed the Blue Line Gallery to many artists and patrons because I believe Tony Natsoulas’s efforts there have created something special that we all hope to see in the gallery profession. This disappointing change in the structure will certainly be the end of this special light over Blue Line. This change is a short-sighted terrible mistake.
Written 4 August 2019
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Sandra W
Roseville271 contributions
Nov 2015 • Couples
This is a nice addition to old town Roseville. The art pieces rotate by the current artist, so there's something always new to see. On our visit, they had some absolutely lovely sculpture and iron work pieces besides the watercolor and paintings. There is also a small gift shop which offers gifts from the cute to the unique. Prices are reasonable. You really should check it out.
Written 17 December 2015
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Edward P
3 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
Great environment, fun staff to talk to, the reception was a great night. I was told its every 3rd Saturday. Def going back for the next reception.
Written 29 December 2023
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Pooheats
Davis, CA35 contributions
Jul 2019
Everything that was great and cool about this place was given a certain vibe by Tony Natsoulas. He created a friendly bridge for artists and the art world to celebrate creativity. Blue Line Arts will be singing the blues without him, and so will the many patrons and artists!
Written 4 August 2019
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Larry-Calif
San Francisco, CA364 contributions
Sept 2018 • Solo
Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon, I stopped by at Blue Line Art in downtown Roseville.
One interesting exhibition was the vast array of landscaping art work by unknown, but rising international artist. Another exhibition showed many art renderings of costumes shown on television popular sit-com show for several seasons.
It was a very warm Sunday afternoon, but I am glad that I had time to do a BLUE LINE STOPOVER.
One interesting exhibition was the vast array of landscaping art work by unknown, but rising international artist. Another exhibition showed many art renderings of costumes shown on television popular sit-com show for several seasons.
It was a very warm Sunday afternoon, but I am glad that I had time to do a BLUE LINE STOPOVER.
Written 28 September 2018
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johnstevebeing
8 contributions
Jan 2017 • Business
Whats that wonderful placeee we thing it is the best but whats we sawn is not good the staff not good but very quatient and a good views besid ships i was very happy about it
Written 28 July 2017
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