I was strolling along Market Street yesterday when I spotted a quaint little art gallery showcasing a handful of artists' work.
After stepping inside, I was enlightened of the fact that it was an exhibition sponsored by the SPCA - "Nothing but Dogs and Cats".
Indeed, all the paintings, sketches, and drawings - at affordable prices - are based on this main theme.
The show came about due to a collaboration between the Market Street Gallery, MesArt.com, and The San Francisco SPCA.
Featured artists include...Linda Lee Boyd, Robert Brokl, Sylvia Buettner, Gabriele Bungardt, Art Hazelwood, Peggy Jane Murray, and Sarah Young.
"Nothing but Cats and Dogs," marks the first fundraising event of the 140th Year of The San Francisco SPCA, a nonprofit animal welfare organization.
"We are delighted and grateful that the "Nothing But Dogs and Cats" art exhibit will help save the lives of the real dogs and cats at our shelter," said Jan McHugh-Smith, President of The SF/SPCA.
Every year, The SF/SPCA finds homes for thousands of homeless cats and dogs.
Animals awaiting adoption, live in a cozy homelike setting, where they receive top quality medical care, socialization, exercise and training.
This show is "very exciting for me" says Ron Newman, owner of Market Street Gallery, because "it brings together the opportunity to show great art and make a contribution to the welfare of the many needy animals that walk the streets of San Francisco and eventually end up in the care of The SF/SPCA".
Mr. Newman, a cat lover, is donating twenty-five percent of the proceeds of sales from the show to The SF/SPCA.
MesArt.com, an on-line art hosting business, is also working with the San Francisco SF/SPCA to promote the "Nothing But Dogs and Cats" show.
Tatiana Lyskova, Managing Director of MesArt.com, enthusiastically notes they, "...not only support artists but also the community".
The gala opening is Friday January 11, between the hours of 6-9 PM.
Aside from artworks, the event will feature live animals ready for adoption.
The SF/SPCA will also gladly accept donations at tomorrow night's opening, so bring along your checkbook, or cash in hand!
Info: www.marketstreetgallery.com