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August 2024 by kimi k.
I was impressed.
It's a place I've been interested in for a while and wanted to come.
I came to see Big Boy today and took a look at Blue Line Arts. They were preparing for tomorrow's members-only event, but I was able to take a look around.The staff were very kind and let me in.It was a sneak preview.
When I see art like this, I feel calm, I'm surprised, I see expressions like this, even ordinary things can come alive depending on the expression, so it's fun.
I was surprised that the inside was larger than I expected.
Actually, I went to see Big Boy in this scorching heat and it was pretty exhausting, so next time I'll take my time and enjoy it.
Thank you for being able to see it
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July 2024 by Tanya C
We love coming there on e a month to check out new exhibition and take part in a related art project ( the best part of it -it's free!)
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July 2024 by Jasmine Eastburn
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.
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April 2024 by Anna Miller
Blue Line hosted a spring break camp that I sent about 30 students to. Our students had such an amazing time! They learned so many new skills including pottery, drawing and digital animation. Every day when my students came back from camp they were so excited to share their projects and what they worked on!
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January 2024 by Heather Sinclair
Small gallery with local and national artists. Pieces are for sale. Most items are modern but some have a classic feel. Easy parking and free to wander the gallery.
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November 2023 by Mark Jansen
This seems like a solid local art gallery. I went as a chaperone for my third-grader’s field trip, which was well-organized, informational, and the class seemed to have fun. I was a Fine Art major in college and have an appreciation for local art outlets such as this. I could see myself going back with my wife at some point, as it is within walking distance from my house.
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November 2023 by Spam Account
Staff are rude and extremely condescending.
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November 2023 by Ray H
Very good gallery!
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December 2022 by Candice Estey S.
What a beautiful gallery! Crocker-Kingsley Exhibit. Artists from around Calif Large formate pieces and wonderfully hung. Hanging art is an art in itself. It takes a lot for artist to bring pieces to all shows. Homes and offices need interesting original art. Enjoy!
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November 2022 by Tumpsky and Mrs Small
I came to watch the free portrait painting session and came a day to early, but spoke with a nice young lady at the front reception area and she was delightful. She told me all about the membership and the events, and I was welcome to look around. It was very enlightening. They need volunteers for events with kids to make art.
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November 2022 by Mary Maxwell
Great place to see a collection of local artists studying work! Easy parking
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November 2022 by Manpreet Kaur
Color is not a crime.
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November 2022 by Julie Grindstaff
Great!!
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November 2022 by Janetta Shunk
Amazing art and amazing prices
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November 2022 by Kuso BRUHSKI
very friendly staff and wonderful art
