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"Theresa's Rainbow," limited edition giclee on artist's paper, signed in margins, available in two sizes. Small giclee, image size approximately 12" x 6", $49 plus $15 s&h. Large giclee, image size approximately 24" x 12", $99 plus $15 s&h.
Also still available are 4 of the original paintings that built this giclee: (identified by ball color) "Orange" (third from right, top hand row), "Yellow," "Green," and "Violet," each $299 plus s&h. Orders & inquiries may come to me.
Yesterday I got the nicest letter from Best Friends Animal Sanctuary (BFAS), and because Painting a Dog a Day sales have raised thousands of dollars in donations to BFAS during the past 3 years, I thought I'd share it with you.
"Hello Best Friends Members,
"It's been crazy at Dogtown... but a good crazy. And we just want to thank you for all your help.
"When the "Vicktory" dogs arrived from the property of former NFL quarterback Michael Vick, all of us caregivers and trainers had to learn even more ways to approach, handle and relate to dogs who'd lived through unthinkable trauma. And we had to put together a full lifetime plan that met the unique needs of each of those dogs as individuals.
"If you've been watching the National Geographic series, "Dog Town" or have been following the dogs on the Best Friends website, then you know the results have been more amazing than anyone ever expected. Every dog in Dogtown is blossoming just that little bit more from all we learned while helping the Vicktory dogs.
"These dogs have been a huge project, but your letters, comments on the website, and generous support always motivated us. You deserve all the credit for the Victory dogs' healing, and for giving us this chance to hone our skills for helping all the dogs in our care. From all the animals and people here, thank you so much for all that you've done, and for being a member of Best Friends.
"Best wishes, Michelle Besmehn & John Garcia
"Co-managers, Dogtown"
I know too many Dog-a-Day readers too well to think that their (your!) support ends with just the purchase of one of my paintings. As a community you are responsible for making positive change in the lives around you through volunteering, fostering, adopting, teaching, sharing, donating and living an example. Thank you so much for making a difference in your corner of the world. You make me proud!!
Kim
PS If you want to support BFAS through Painting a Dog a Day, mention this at the time you book your portrait. Proceeds from the sale of your painting will be earmarked to go to them.
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