Marcus Ashley Galleries

I love this gallery, I have collected several pieces and thoroughly enjoy my collection. I especially like the fact that one of my Dr Seuss pieces has gone up in value over 400% in only two short years. Beautiful place, always something new, great frame selections!

This is one of the best galleries I’ve visited. The staff are knowledgeable and attentive. The diversity and quality of artists – including Dr. Seuss – is great. I’m always glad to see art by Rolinda!

Nice small gallery with a fair selection. The sales staff is very attentive. Our sales associate was polite and patient with us while we looked around. She took the time to send a hand written letter to us after she found our receipt after it

I stopped for a Starbucks and what I ended up doing was checking out this very cool art gallery. The artwork was varied and included paintings and metal sculptures — both metal and glass. There were more conservative pieces and modern pieces, but all of it was tasteful.
The kids loved the Dr. Suess artwork. As far as art galleries go this is pretty welcoming, but what would you expect for an art gallery prominently displayed by the main road and a busy strip mall with tons of eye-​catching metal sculptures spinning all about.
We were not badgered by any of the staff, in fact, they were all very helpful and welcoming.
The prices were very expensive, but that’s to be expected.

If you want to support racism, this is your place. I got a first hand lecture on how «blackface» isn’t racist. I was told, by one of their employees, that I was, «living in a different paradigm if I think that „blackface“ is racist.» Contacting management won’t help much either, I was met with an email apology from their «operations director» Tiffany Rice saying, «Racism has never come up before. Do you have a specific wine piece you’re interested in? I’d love to help you.» I refuse to do business with companies that allow their employees to give these types of insults, and racist opinions. The operations manager cared more about getting me back to buy the piece I went to the gallery to purchase originally, than she did about her racist employee who made it clear that «blackface» was/​is socially acceptable, and has no racist overtones whatsoever. I’m, «living in a different paradigm» if I believe that. Horrible experience. I really regret buying my daughter a piece in 2014 on our vacation to Lake Tahoe. We’ve been staying in south Lake Tahoe since 2002, I’ll be shopping at another gallery, as I did before I left this year.

Expensive expensive expensive!
But why do they get the coveted 5 stars? Because they go above and beyond.
So we were staying in a hotel in Lake Tahoe and we decided to walk around the hotel. Our first stop was here, and one of the paintings caught my parents’ eye, a painting that changed while the light dimmed, a sunset in Lake Tahoe. You needed a light dimmer to enjoy the full beauty, and the employee (ooh I forget the name. Brenda and the Senior Guy I forget his name, but he helped out mostly) and he took the painting over to one of their viewing rooms, saw it didn’t fit, took it to another room to show us. He gave us information about the artist, and prices for different sizes, with and without frames.
It also helps in the back they serve crackers, salami or pepperoni with cheese, wine, orange juice, water, and cookies. They know how to bring service, and the art gallery shows and goes above and beyond to show you how much they care.
Dr Suess too. I mean. Theodore Geisel

As an Art lover the first thing I seen was when moving to South Lake was the Gallery’s around town. But this location is more welcoming to everyone whether your looking to buy, or just look at the glorious and beautiful pieces on display. The Staff is very informative, they do not pressure you into buying. They just want you to enjoy your visit. After 4 years, I’ve grown to respect the art, as well as made some friends on the way. Thank you Robert, Pete, Nick, Gavin an everyone there for being such a wonderful group of people.
I would recommend this place to everyone to check it all out.

Great gallery. Nick is always very helpful.
Bought a couple of things here.
When we come up to Tahoe it is one of the first stops we make.

Nice gallery with some vibrant pieces. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Found myself seriously eyeing two pieces that were also reasonably priced. Would consider this a solid place for art collectors looking to grow their collection.

Amazing gallery. Wonderful well thought out pieces, I could have stayed for hours. Thank you for all the beauty.

I am not one to spend a ton of time in art galleries, but I will wander through them when on vacation, but honestly, I rarely enjoy things on display.
However, this gallery is different. First, the staff is approachable, friendly and passionate about the art they have. Secondly, they actually have art that you could imagine in your house, and many of the artists are styles that I like — someone in charge has good taste!
Therefore, I recommend going here, as I always take guests to my Tahoe house to this gallery when they visit, and I even come by myself when in town alone. Also, if you want to actually purchase some art, this is the place. They are patient, informative, and not pushy.
I have been eyeing one of the Dr Seuss secret art pieces for a year. Since I first came in, Pete Uhl was there, and helped me each time. He recognized me, always remembered which pieces I coveted, and again, was patient with me. I finally pulled the trigger last week and I am happy as can be!
So, if you just want to look around, or are seriously shopping for art, go to Marcus Ashley Galleries.

Went to see their Dr. Seuss display with my sister in law, nieces and daughter. Everything about our visit was exceptional. The gallery was beautiful; the art consultants were sociable and informative. They had face painting and balloon hats going on, for the kids. There were snacks and drinks for everyone. The Dr. Seuss exhibit was so fun to see. They put on a great event. I will definitely check out events, of theirs, in the future.

Definitely a must go back and see type of place. Everyone was helpful and informational. But, it was the pieces they carried that had my heart. I am in love with a few pieces and maybe just maybe one day will splurge on just the right one.

I love this gallery, it has great pieces and unique artists that make for some fantastic collections. The staff is helpful and know what they are talking about. They have quite a large collection of Dr. Sues artwork which is different than a lot of galleries that I have seen.
I bought a painting which is a great concept piece. The collection mine goes with are suppose to look as if they are book ends on a shelf and each is tattered and worn but all books have a theme. I bought the classic rock theme. Each book end is a portrait of the artist it represents.

I’m not an art collector but…
A few years ago during some downtime at a retreat, friends stumbled across this gallery. I fell in love with the
Rob Gonsalves piece «Cathedral of Commerce.» After sleeping on it, I decided to buy it. Yes it was a mortgage payment. The art consultant Elliot was nice and was encouraging without being pushy.
A couple months ago, I received the Marcus Gallery catalog. I ripped out a picture of the Gonsalves piece «And the Lights Went Out.» I stared at it for three weeks before almost calling the gallery.
I ordered the book «Masters of Deception» a book that features Gonsalves and other artists who created optical illusions. After finishing the book, and deciding a signed copy would would make a nice present for my stepmom who is an artist in her free time. I called the gallery and inquired about the painting.
Elliott answered the phone and told me my original purchase had doubled in value-​not that I’m selling it. The weekend the artist was visiting, my parents would also be in town.
The gallery that weekend was busy. My family liked the painting and we learned the story behind his inspiration for «And the Lights Went Out». It was my first art dedication, and one I was thrilled to experience it with my dad, stepmom and her parents. My stepmom is now a fan of the artist and the gallery. It was kind of cool introducing her, to something new about art. I hope she likes her signed copy of «Masters of Deception.»
Since every place I want to travel to has been quashed by State Department warnings (thanks Al-​Qaida), my travel fund for the next couple of summers has been allocated to my second Gonsalves painting.
I still love both paintings, albeit it has only been a week since my second purchase.
I knocked down a star, because I wanted to personally thank Elliott for his expertise and guidance, but he didn’t work that weekend. The other staff were friendly and helpful and the gallery is pet friendly.
If you have the opportunity, visit, browse and enjoy.
Marcus Gallery will be one of my stops every time I visit Lake Tahoe.

With kiddos in tow, a visit to an art gallery hardly seems appropriate. I mean, this wouldn’t be happening in Sausalito or Downtown SF, at least, not with me.
I had totally been eyeing the Dr Seuss art sign at this gallery from the first day or our visit, and we finally had some time but it was 940AM… I knew they opened at 10, decided to see if we could just check it out from outside the window.
Their doors were open at 940AM!
What an amazing amazing treat… Dr. Seuss art, prints of the Lorax, sculptures of Horton hears a Who!, and lots and lots of other unique rarely seen prints and artwork. The works by Geisel at the library of my alma mater are still pretty darn cool, but the works here were such a treat.
Kiddo *loved* seeing the Sneeches, Lorax, Cat in the Hat… Horton… It just solidified our love and huge respect for Dr Seuss and his work! It is absolutely our favorite these days, and it was a special moment to share his art since we read so many of his books every night.
A must if you are in the area with a Seussophile!

We were drawn in by the spectacular outdoor exhibit of sculpted metal pieces… thirty to forty amazing whirligig type objects. The gallery has an amazing collection of art.
A must-​visit spot.

Stumbling around outside of our hotel looking for something for breakfast, we saw the sign saying they have Dr. Seuss’s work. We LOVE the Seuss galleries so we had to take a peek. My friends and I were not dressed like we have any money and we obviously were just browsing, but Glenna walked right up to us and spent about 25 minutes explaining the art and answering all of our questions. I’ve had follow up questions for Glenna since and she was very kind and patient in answering me via email. When I bite the bullet and buy that Seuss taxidermy that I’ve been eyeing, I’ll buy it from her just for being awesome.

Like William B’s experience, we were a bunch of bummy looking kids (I say kids because we’re Asians in our 30’s which basically means we looked about 20) in our casual winter wear strolling in, and we were warmly welcomed by a nice lady whose name I unfortunately never asked for. She was very informative and was glad to answer any questions.
They had a wide range of artwork, including paintings, sculptures, and these intricately carved gourds. My two favorite collections, however, were those of Dr. Suess and Rob Gonsalves.
They have a great Dr. Suess collection, including a lot of his sketches and never-​before-​seen paintings (at least by me) that he had created for his wife. You can still see his very distinct style in these works, but they were definitely different than what you usually know of Dr. Suess. Really cool to see what this quirky visionary had created in his own personal life for his loved one.
The Rob Gonsalves collection was probably my favorite. His style reminds me of a lighter, more whimsical M.C. Escher. I loved the playful illusion and double-​meaning in many of his pieces. I couldn’t afford to buy any actual pieces but I do kind of regret not at least buying one of the calendars or books on display.
Fortunately, I do head out to Tahoe every other year, so I do hope to return again.

This Art Gallery use to be across the street, now it is in the same shopping area as Raley’s but in the front near the Strip.
We walked in here interested in seeing the Dr Seuss collection. It’s part of his private collection so it has the look of the kid books but with a twist. I LOVE IT! (
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We were helped by DeAnna and she was super friendly and funny too! She also brought us into the viewing room to see a couple fo pieces under the trac lighting. What a big difference! She explained to use about the collection and the actual piece we were looking at.
She waived the shipping fee and the prices are with frames form them that we can use the one they selected or chose for ourselves. She said she would make sure we get a very low number for out print and it will arrive in 6 – 9 weeks. They offered us Wine. Beer or water adn let us oogle the print for a while. It was such a great expierence being there and with DeAnna who was very helpful.
I can’t wait to see it in our house! I will write more about that when it happens…