NATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION

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Beth Rohlfes

brohlfes@rosevillearts.org

(916) 783-4117

NATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION
Something for Everyone

ROSEVILLE, CA , December 9, 2011—Lewis Kemper, a Canon USA “Explorer of Light” photographer, has selected 56 photographs submitted by photographic artists from across the U.S. for the Blue Line Gallery’s 2011 Photography Exhibition. The show opens with a public reception on January 15.

Kemper, who is frequently invited to judge photography exhibits, was impressed with the quality of submissions for this juried exhibition. “Not only is the quality high, but also the diversity of the images is impressive--from portraiture, still life and landscape to abstractions; it is all here.”

The exhibit will include photographs by such regional favorites as James Hirschinger, David Robertson and Jerry Berry, as well as photographs from artists throughout California and six other states.

WHO: Blue Line Gallery
WHAT: 2011 Photography Open Exhibition
WHEN: January 15 – February 12, 2011; hours, Tues-Sat, 10-5
Opening Reception, January 15, 6:00-9:00 p.m. (6-7p.m., members only)
WHERE: Blue Line Gallery, 405 Vernon Street, Suite 100, Roseville
WHY: To showcase fine photography
COST: FREE admission; artwork for sale

ABOUT THE JUROR
Lewis Kemper has been photographing the natural beauty of North America for over 29 years, specializing in nature and outdoor photography. He has been named one of the 62 Canon USA’s elite group of photographers, “The Explorers of Light.” His fine art photographs have been exhibited nationally and are held in many private and permanent collections, including the Baltimore Museum of Art. His work has been published in magazines, books, and calendars worldwide. Kemper received his BA in Fine Art Photography from the George Washington University. His development as a photographer, he says, was greatly influenced by his association with The Ansel Adams Gallery, where he worked for several years during an eleven year stay in Yosemite National Park. Kemper photographs in color using 35mm and 4 x 5 cameras and also works with digital imaging on his Apple computer. He also teaches and has published instructional books and DVDs. See www.LewisKempber.com.

ABOUT ROSEVILLE ARTS BLUE LINE GALLERY
2010 VOTED BEST OF THE BEST, PRESS TRIBUNE
2010 VOTED READERS' CHOICE BEST GALLERY, ROSEVILLE STYLE MAGAZINE
Roseville Arts’ Blue Line Gallery is a non-profit community center for the arts. Further information can be found on the website: www.rosevillearts.org or by calling (916) 783-4117.