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PURCHASE TICKETS NOW
For more information call Tonya at 314-951-1519.
The Art for Animals Gala will feature
13 one-of-a-kind pet beds designed
by
local artists, interior designers,
woodworkers,
set designers and more.
Visit Neiman Marcus at Plaza Frontenac
Saturday, February 21 - Thursday, March 5
to see these spectacular pet beds on display!
Sealed Bid Form
Use this form to make a one-time, sealed bid on an item to be auctioned at the Art for Animals gala on March 7, 2009.
Sealed bids must be received by March 6 at Noon.
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1. Lu Lu Belles Feline Luxury
By: Betty Kouzomis
Lu Lu Belles, Inc.
Designer Betty Kouzomis of BKK Designs, a workroom specializing in custom bedding, pillows, table skirts, crib bedding, and cushions collaborated with Lu Lu Belles, a specialty store featuring fine fabrics, furniture and gifts, to create “Lu Lu Belles Feline Luxury.” Betty’s two cats, Simon and Maisy lead a charmed life which includes custom cat beds scattered throughout her home and workroom. They served as the inspiration for Betty’s soft inviting chaise lounge cat bed which is covered in faux fur and lined with a cotton animal print. Maisy and Simon have declared it “purrrfect” for a cozy nap or a long lazy afternoon stretch.
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2. Yuppie Puppy
by: Colleen McNealy
colleenmcnealy@gmail.com
As art and animals are Colleen McNealy’s two greatest passions, she is pleased to have this opportunity to use one to benefit the other. Colleen is an artist and a teacher and designed a piece for the 2007 Art for Animals Gala. The “Yuppie Puppy” luggage dog bed will embrace your dog in luxurious comfort. Constructed with wood and covered with brown faux leather, the luggage bed is hand-painted with a dog-inspired Louis Vuitton-type pattern and trimmed in leather. The interior is covered in fabric and includes a removable cushion. A personalized luggage tag will be included for the lucky winning bidder’s pooch.
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3. Charred Oak Wine Barrel
By: Tim Wilson
Unique Comforts – An Alternative to Ordinary Pet Furniture
tbwilson@hotmail.com
Tim Wilson is a woodworker and cabinet maker who handcrafts pet beds from wood and repurposed furniture like nightstands, dressers and suitcases. He can take an existing piece of furniture or heirloom and create a unique pet bed that fits any home decor. Tim handcrafted this unique “Charred Oak Wine Barrel” pet bed for a cat or small dog. The barrel is constructed of birch laid over bendable plywood and stained in rich golden oak. The wood was charred with a torch and covered in a beautiful lacquer finish. Your pet will find a cozy resting place inside the barrel on a soft black interchangeable cushion.
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4. NASCAR's Allstate 400
at the Brickyard Package
Donated by: Mari Hulman George, Indianapolis Motor Speedway
You and your guests will receive a personal police escort (in your own vehicle) on race morning from the hotel to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Package includes four tickets for the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard on Sunday, July 26, 2009, credentials with access to the pits and garage area for all three days and the action on race morning (must be 18 years of age). Two one-bedroom suites provided at the Staybridge Suites Downtown Indianapolis for July 24-26, 2009.
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5. Canine Cocoon
by: Anna Ives & Katie Rietz
Cannon Design-St. Louis
www.cannondesign.com
Anna Ives and Katie Rietz are young architects at Cannon Design who have made a commitment to environmentally conscious principals in their work. They are both dedicated dog owners and have a strong interest in the welfare of animals. Their “Canine Cocoon” is constructed using materials with little to no environmental impact. The base of the bed is constructed with recycled and renewable materials and the sides are made from bent bamboo. The cushion is a 100% wool fabric donated by Designtex and filled with organic cotton. The design of the bed is intended to give a cocoon-like feeling of comfort and warmth while still maintaining a modern aesthetic. |
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6. Dozing Mom Pet Bed
by: Claire Medol Hyman &
Robert Kass
www.clairehyman.com
Claire Medol Hyman is an award winning fine artist, cartoonist and writer. Her life and art include concern, love and humor for animals and nature. Robert Kass is a graphic designer, structural engineer and fine woodworker. When mom’s away the cat or dog will play with their “Dozing Mom Pet Bed”. This creative design starts with an antique oak chair in which “Dozing Mom”, a stuffed mannequin constructed of high quality lumber and dressed in a colorful skirt and jacket, is resting. The mannequin structure has three levels including a play platform on the shoulders and head, a private place under the bed, and the comfy cushion on mom’s lap. |
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7. Italian Gate Dog Bed
by: Crystal McCoy
Jakey BB Uniquely Handcrafted Doggie Beds
www.jakeybb.com, www.jakeybb.etsy.com
What began as an idea for Crystal McCoy of Charlotte, North Carolina has blossomed into Jakey BB, a handcrafted doggie bed business that ships products worldwide. Each of the hand-painted Jakey BB Beds is a whimsical, attractive piece of furniture for pets as well as a beautiful accent piece for your home.The “Italian Gate” is constructed of sturdy hardwood and plywood with custom turned feet and a decorative wooden molding on the lower border. The bed is painted in exquisite rich burgundy with wrought iron-like scrollwork peppered with blue flower buds. The plush inner cushion is covered in an elegant coordinating washable fabric and is finished with a tea stained welt cord along the edges. |
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8. The Pooch Bed
by: Louisa Hardwrict & Sandy Chiu”Chiuweezie”
The Lawrence Group
www.thelawrencegroup.com
Louisa Hardwrict and Sandy Chiu, interior designers at The Lawrence Group, believe dogs should have a great piece of furniture to curl up on. This super comfy platform bed has a padded headboard and accent bolster pillows. Its contemporary style is constructed of a painted wood frame and is upholstered with fun designer fabrics donated by several textile manufacturers, including Knoll, Carnegie, Designtex and Loop Textiles. The base and accent pillow fabrics are removable for easy cleaning. The Lawrence Group is one of the largest international building design, planning, and project delivery firms in St. Louis with more than 200 employees in the US and China. |
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9. Is Your Pet a Cover Girl
(or Boy)?
Donated by: Humane Society of Missouri
Your Super Star Pet, famed St. Louis Photographer David Bentley, the cover of the 2010 Humane Society of Missouri Calendar – A winning combination for the highest bidder. You choose the setting for a professional photo session for your dog, cat, horse or hamster. That photo will grace the cover of thousands of beautiful, full-color, 14-month calendars distributed to Humane Society of Missouri donors, friends, adopters and clients. |
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10. Sleep Well Under a Starry Night
by: Davis Smith
Studio Fritz
www.studiofritz.com
Davis Smith creates art that celebrates the animals in our lives. His specialty is dogs, and he has shipped hundreds of paintings to happy pet people across the United States and Canada in the last five years. He also donates animal art to rescue groups, service dog organizations and the Humane Society. He created two pieces that were featured in the 2007 Art for Animals Gala. Van Gogh's "Starry Night" masterpiece is the inspiration for this dog bed which is made from cut, shaped, burned, and hand painted wood, and includes a comfortable cushion. Your dog will "Sleep Well Under a Starry Night" in this beautiful bed. |
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11. Porcelain Cats
by: St. Louis Custom Drapery & Upholstery with Kathy Warnick
“Porcelain Cats” is a whimsical and colorful tribute to our favorite felines. The fabric in this fanciful bed features porcelain cat vases accented with beautiful tulip arrangements. The headboard and footboard feature an intricate rueshing detail and the plush interior cushion is covered in a coordinating “big cat” fabric. The bed was upholstered by St. Louis Custom Drapery & Upholstery, one of the area’s premiere upholsterers working with top designers. Kathy Warnick is President of the Humane Society of Missouri and a lifetime animal lover. |
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12.
BOW WOW Teatro
by: Robert Mark Morgan & The Rep’s Production Departments
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
www.repstl.org
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has been creating, designing, and producing theatre productions of exceptional quality for 42 years. Their very experienced craftspeople are some of the finest artisans in the country. Their “BOW WOW Teatro” bed will put your dog center stage with this unique theatre design created by scenic designer Robert Mark Morgan, who designed sets for The Rep’s productions of Rabbit Hole and Ordinary Nation. The dog bed was constructed by the production departments at The Rep. |
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13. Indianapolis 500 Package
Donated by: Mari Hulman George, Indianapolis Motor Speedway
You and your guests will receive a personal police escort (in your own vehicle) to watch the world's fastest drivers compete in the world's most famous race! Package includes four tickets for the 92nd Running of the Indy 500 on Sunday, May 24, 2009, credentials and pit passes with access to Gasoline Alley and the pits on race morning (must be 18 years of age), access to the track for Carburetion Day, Friday, May 23, the final day of practice which also includes a concert and pit stop competition. Two one-bedroom suites provided at the Candlewood Suites City Centre for May 21-24, 2009. |
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14. What Are You Thinking About Kitty?
by: Davis Smith
Studio Fritz
www.studiofritz.com
Davis Smith creates art that celebrates the animals in our lives. He has shipped hundreds of dog, cat and horse paintings to happy animal lovers across the United States and Canada in the last five years. He also donates animal art to rescue groups, service dog organizations and the Humane Society.He created two pieces that were featured in the 2007 Art for Animals Gala. Davis' unique five-panel, multi-level cat house is constructed with hand cut wood panels that have been etched with themes familiar to every cat – cheese, fish and mice! Two platforms rest inside the panels providing lots of space for your cat to rest or play so you won't have to wonder "What Are You Thinking About Kitty?" |
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15. Billiards Pet Bed
by: Michelle Jones, Haley Nottmeyer & Rick Kuhn
June Roesslein Interiors & Kuhn Construction
www.juneroessleininteriors.com
The classic “Dogs Playing Pool” artwork many people hang in their game rooms was the inspiration for designers Haley Nottmeyer and Michelle Jones and Rick Kuhn who constructed their unique “Billiards Pet Bed”. The design team found it fitting to take this lovable classic artwork and turn it into a cool bed for one lucky dog. This miniature pool table bed is constructed of wood with a stained finish and topped with a comfortable cushion covered with fabric to mimic a felt pool table. The bed comes with attached cue sticks and a name plate that can be personalized with your pet’s name, leather corner pockets, and mother of pearl rail sights. |
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16. Imperial Asian Throne
by: Tim Rohan
T. Rohan Interiors & T. Rohan Upholstery
www.trohaninc.com
Tim Rohan is an interior designer and owner of T. Rohan Interiors.His "Imperial Asian Throne" isan original handmadedesigncreated for a cat or dog.This Imperial Chinese lounging throneis constructed of antique Chinese fretwork walls, linen covered pilasters supporting alinen pagoda roof adorned with coral finials and crowned with a pierced center carved finial. The clever blending of the antique Chinese parts and detailing creates a stunning look providing a comfortable yet majestic resting place for your Canine King or Feline Princess. |
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