Pet Pawtraits
“Pet Pawtraits” Art Center of Estes Park Fall Fundraiser
Most all of us have now or had in the past a favorite pet that we keep close in our hearts. So have our friends and family members. The Art Center of Estes Park is having a Fall Fundraiser that is an opportunity for you to receive an 8x10 painting (or close to that size) of your lovable critter, done by one of our talented Art Center artists, just in time for holiday gift giving. (Or gift keeping, if it’s just for you!). We don’t discriminate. The critter can be furry or non-furry. German Shepherd or gerbil. Siamese or salamander. Parakeet or piranha.
Simply send a photo or two, along with your name and the name of your critter to Diana Wade at dwade81744@aol.com from now through Oct. 16 (The earlier the better, as we have a max of 30!). Just as soon as the Art Center receives your donation of $75, Diana will assign your photo to an artist who will begin work on the little painting.
You may pick up your finished painting on Friday night, Nov. 13, between 5 and 7 p.m., at the opening reception for our last featured artist show of the year. Wine, punch and light refreshments will be served.
Testimonials from last year’s Pet Pawtraits recipients:
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“Hershey was a very special dog and she passed away in 2021. The likeness you captured was so striking that when we showed it to our dog, Callie, who knew her, she couldn't stop staring at the picture and she barked over and over as I mentioned Hershey's name. It was quite remarkable!”
“It is such a good likeness that she might as well be sitting here with us.”
· “She passed away last September ... and we miss her terribly. Thank you SO MUCH for giving us a lasting memory of her.”
“Thank you so much for taking the time to study the pictures and truly capture her essence. The pawtrait means more to me than you can know.”
Join us in this celebration of our favorite critters; support the Art Center of Estes Park; and receive a lasting memento of a pet who is, or was, near and dear to your heart.
