Celebrity Pop-Up Artist at the Blue Line

David A. Carter Collectible Pop-up Books 

at the Blue Line Gallery

N.Y. Times award-winner and Martha Stewart guest artist 

makes last appearance before Christmas

ROSEVILLE, Calif., December 2, 2009—Pop-up artist David A. Carter will make his final book-signing appearance at the Blue Line Gallery on December 19.  His reputation as one of the world’s foremost pop-up book artists has been further validated this fall by another New York Times book award and a guest appearance on the Martha Stewart Show.

Congratulations are in order for Carter, whose White Noise—the fifth book in his Red Dot Series—was selected as one of the ten New York Times Best Children’s Illustrated Books for 2009.  This newest book is the fourth award winner in this series, which boasts 50 unique images featured in a mind-tickling modern art exhibit, “The Art of the Pop-Up Book,” at the Blue Line Gallery through January 9.

Carter can be seen crafting paper pop-up trees as guest on the Martha Stewart Show on December 4 (11:00 a.m., KCRA Sacramento) and inspiring paper pop-up activities at the Blue Line Gallery on December 19, 2-4pm. This will be the author’s final book-signing appearance at the gallery during his exhibit.  The Red Dot Series books and pop-up greeting cards are available for purchase in the Blue Line Gift Gallery.

WHO:                    Roseville Arts Blue Line Gallery

WHAT:                  Exhibit, book signing & art activities with renowned pop-up artist, David A. Carter

WHEN:                 Afternoon with David A. Carter at the Blue Line, Dec. 19, 2-4pm; exhibit through January 9

                                Regular  Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm

                                Holiday hours: Dec 22-23 & 29-30, 11am-3pm; Dec 24-25 CLOSED; Dec 31-Jan 2 CLOSED
WHERE:                Blue Line Gallery, 405 Vernon Street, Suite 100, Roseville

WHY:                    Last opportunity to get holiday gift books signed by the author!

COST:                    Pop-up Books, $22.99; purchase the full 5-book set for the cost of 4!

ABOUT “THE ART OF THE POP-UP” EXHIBIT

“The Art of the Pop-Up Book: The Red Dot Series by David A. Carter,” featuring 50 of the artist’s free-form kinetic paper sculptures, opened at the Blue Line Gallery on September 19.  Paper pop-up images from the five books have delighted visitors with mind-tickling displays of color and form, movement and sound, larger than life pop-up’s, even the challenge of a scavenger hunt.  Since an integral part of experiencing Carter’s art form is tactile, visitors have been invited to touch elements of the exhibit as well and participate in hands-on art activities on Saturday afternoons, 1-4pm.

ABOUT ROSEVILLE ARTS BLUE LINE GALLERY

2009 VOTED #1 ART GALLERY IN THE SACRAMENTO REGION—KCRA  A-LIST

Roseville Arts’ Blue Line Gallery is a non-profit community center for the arts.  Further information may be obtained on the website:  www.rosevillearts.org or by calling (916) 783-4117. To set up an interview or to request high resolution photography, please contact Veronika Nagy at roseart@surewest.net

DR. SEUSS PRINT SALE!

DR. SEUSS PRINT SALE!

Blue Line Gallery offers holiday discounts on official prints of popular Seuss characters

ROSEVILLE, Calif., November 30, 2009—The Blue Line Gallery is offering a limited number of official Dr. Seuss prints at a discount through December 19, with additional savings to members of Roseville Arts.

The limited edition Dr. Seuss prints, including images from such Seuss favorites as Green Eggs and Ham and The Cat in the Hat, are for sale at Roseville Arts Blue Line Gallery at a 10 percent discount. Roseville Arts members will enjoy a 20 percent discount.  Membership information is available on the non-profit’s website www.rosevillearts.org or by calling 916-783-4117.

WHO:                    Blue Line Gallery and Roseville Arts!

WHAT:                  Holiday Discounts on Dr. Seuss Prints

WHEN:                 Through December 19; Tues-Sat, 10-5

WHERE:                Blue Line Gallery, 405 Vernon Street, Suite 100, Roseville

WHY:                    Holiday sale

COST:                    Prints individually priced. 10% discount/ 20% for members

ABOUT THE DR. SEUSS PRINTS

Each of these framed prints is a copyrighted and limited edition reproduction authorized through Seuss Enterprises by the artist’s widow, Audrey, and provided to the Blue Line Gallery by the exclusive publisher of Dr. Seuss Artworks, The Chase Group. Each print is stamped and accompanied by the publisher’s Certificate of Authenticity stating pertinent information specific to that work.

ABOUT ROSEVILLE ARTS BLUE LINE GALLERY

2009 VOTED #1 ART GALLERY IN THE SACRAMENTO REGION—KCRA  A-LIST

Roseville Arts’ Blue Line Gallery is a non-profit community center for the arts.  Further information may be obtained on the website:  www.rosevillearts.org or by calling (916) 783-4117. To set up an interview or to request high resolution photography, please contact Veronika Nagy at roseart@surewest.net

Save the Date for "Art in the Garden"

Save the Date for Roseville Arts  

"Art in the Garden" Tour

An Artful Tour of sensational homes & gardens in South Placer County

May 1, 2010—Sponsorships Available

ROSEVILLE, Calif., November 23, 2009— Roseville Arts announced the date for its 10^th Annual Art in the Garden tour inviting the community to SAVE THE DATE—May 1, 2009.  Sponsorships are available.

WHO:    Roseville Arts!

WHAT:  “Art in the Garden” Tour a self-guided tour in the Granite Bay/Loomis region in which incredible gardens and home interiors are highlighted—featuring artists, musicians, food & wine at every stop.  Sponsorships Available

WHEN: May 1, 2010—Tickets go on sale in mid February 2010 

WHERE:  Touring homes & gardens in the Granite Bay/Loomis area.

WHY:  To benefit Roseville Arts’ Blue Line Gallery which supports arts-related activities for children and adults in the region. 

COST:    $35 per person;  Ticket & Sponsorship information available at the  Roseville Arts Blue Line Gallery, 405 Vernon Street, Suite 100, Roseville, 95678 ; call 916-783-4117 or www.rosevillearts.org

Distinguishing it from other spring tours, the Roseville Arts' event features local artists "live" at all five homes, demonstrating, displaying and selling their works of art to support Roseville Arts.  From painting and sculpture to photography, there will be something to interest everyone, all in colorful spring garden settings.  Live music will complement the art along with food and wine tasting, hosted by area wineries and restaurants.

Co-chairs of the event Gene Marcucci Bell and Julie Fielder invite area businesses and individuals to become sponsors.  “Business and individual donors benefit from their contributions to this major fundraiser by knowing that they are supporting Roseville’s future” said Gene Bell.  Julie Fielder added, “Roseville Arts and the state-of-the-art Blue Line Gallery enrich Roseville’s businesses and cultural community.  Proceeds will help support adult artists as well as the Blue Line’s children’s gallery, featuring dedicated space for programs, exhibits and workshops for children.” 

Executive Director, Barbara Dolder stated, “The Annual Art in the Garden Tour represents Roseville Arts’ major fundraiser for the year.  Funds from the tour help to ensure Roseville’s future as an important and favorite destination point for tourists and art lovers. Supported by donations, most activities offered at the Blue Line Gallery are free to participants including fun family activities held in the gallery every Saturday afternoon, school field trips, and special family-oriented events.  The tour is a great way to enjoy a fantastic day while supporting the arts and culture in our community.”

Anyone interested in sponsoring the event is urged to contact Dolder at 916-783-4117, email rosearts@surewest.net .  Current information is available on at www.rosevillearts.org

ABOUT ROSEVILLE ARTS!  2009 VOTED #1 ART GALLERY IN THE SACRAMENTO REGION—KCRA  A-LIST

Roseville Arts’ Blue Line Gallery is a non-profit community center for the arts.  Further information may be obtained on the website:  www.rosevillearts.org or by calling (916) 783-4117. To set up an interview or to request high resolution photography, please contact Veronika Nagy at roseart@surewest.net