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Day of the Dog at ArtOrg in Minnesota

The Danger Dogs will be joining the celebrations at ArtOrg in Cannon Falls in Minnesota.  Here are the paintings they will be exhibiting.  

Each painting is approximately 12" x 12" and is hand painted on metal by sign painters in Nepal.   There is a link to info about the artists after each of the photos.

Mastiff by Pulkit hand painted on metal in Nepal

This mastiff was hand painted on metal by Pulkit.

Pulkit is a young artist working in the Tripureshwor area.   You can look at his bio by following that link above.

I F Stone (aka Izzy) a Border Collie

Izzy was a beloved Border Collie with a big smile.  Hand painted by Megh Raj Thapa.

Brown Dog by Indra Lama

Indra Lama captures this pretty brown dog's intense gaze.   

Danger Cat by Megh Raj Thapa

A charming and definitely not dangerous looking kitty by Megh Raj Thapa.  

Molly Anne the Brittany Spaniel by Megh Raj Thapa

Megh Raj also lent his deft hand to this hand painted portrait of the lovely Brittany Spaniel, Molly.

White Lab by Amar Shrestha

Amar Shrestha and his Danger Dog.  This is a very pretty Labrador.

Brown Dog by Santosh Shrestha

 Santosh Shrestha was Pokhara, Nepal's most prolific artist.  This detailed portrait shows why he is so popular.  He now sells and repairs mobile phones.

Neo the Rhodesian Ridgeback by Megh Raj Thapa

Neo is a true beauty and Megh Raj definitely captured him.

German Shepherd by Baba

This handsome German Shepherd is a good example of Baba's work.   Baba was a true character.

Lily the Pomeranian by Megh Raj Thapa

Megh Raj Thapa paints Lily the Pomeranian in her warm jacket.

West Highland Terrier mix by Amar

Belle, a West Highland Terrier mix hand painted on metal by Amar Shrestha.

Shepherd Dog by Dilip Niroj

Dilip is one of my favorite artists and the only one to still be in the same location as when I first met him in 2007.  He is dyslexic but does not let that stop him.   A family man, he is a true dog lover as well.  A Pug, a Doberman and a German Shepherd.

Jack Russell Terrier by Shashi with Tibetan lettering

Shashi works in the very busy Chabahil neighborhood of Kathmandu with his father and his sister.

Folk Art Poodle by Indra Lama

Indra Lama again with his deft brushstrokes.

Danger Dog Yorkie by Nara

Nara likes those blue backgrounds.

Black Dog by Dilip Niroj

Dilip is a dog lover.  He did a great job capturing this Black Dog and his favorite ball.   Dilip is dyslexic so any spelling of Danger is possible with him.

Saint Bernard by Punam Arts

Punam's dog portraits are very cartoonish.  He should be working for Disney.

Olive the Black Lab puppy by Megh Raj Thapa

Black dogs look great against a red background.  Megh Raj gave Olive a soulful look.

Little Dog by Sagar Bitsa

Sagar Bitsa with his portrait of a little white dog with collar and tongue.

Folk Art Beagle

This is an example of the classic signs that inspired this project.   This is the only one I have by this young artist.

Folk Art Chihuhua by Jit Gurung

 Jit Gurung is considered the most famous artist in Nepal's 2nd largest city, Pokhara.  Jit is an illustrator and political cartoonist.   He works incredibly fast.  He also sculpts.  His studio is Munal Arts.

Scottish Terrier by Shree

Shree and his always colorful take on a Scottish Danger Dog.  Shree left his family for 10 years to work in S. Korea as a farm laborer.  But his story has a happy ending as his son became a civil engineer, his daughter graduated high school, they bought land and a scooter and he and his wife are still madly in love.  He is back in Pokhara, working on painting again and is just a great man.

Dr. Watson, the Scottish Terrier by Nara

 Nara hand paints a Scotty Dog against a blue background.

Patsy the Bulldog by Indra Lama

The lovely Patsy the Bulldog by Indra Lama.   

You can find out more about the great programs at ArtOrg.info.  

Each Danger Dog is available for $100.  You can also go to NepalDog.com and half of the proceeds for the art will go to supporting ArtOrg.info.  Just mention ArtOrg and they will be reimbursed.

You can also commission your own pet by contacting me at [email protected].  See NepalDog.com for information on how to order and when my next trip is scheduled.

 

HOW TO ORDER

To order, please send me a photo of your pet.   I will give it to three different artists, giving you a choice of paintings and three artists will get work.   Each painting is about one square foot and is on metal with enamel paint.   These can be hung indoors or out, be framed or unframed.

Satisfaction is guaranteed as I accept no money up front.   If you do not like one of the three, you pay nothing, and the 3 artists are paid in full in any case.   Let me know what you want it to say and that's it!

Send your photo to [email protected] or find out more at www.NepalDog.com.

Let's keep these artists painting.

ORDERS CLOSED FOR THIS TRIP NOW.   Next trip is in spring 2024.

American Dogs = Nepali Jobs.

 

Danger Dogs of Devon part 2

The Danger Dogs will be part of an exhibit at the Red Propeller Gallery in Devon, England!

Included will be 20 Danger Dogs hand picked by the Red Propeller proprietors, with works by 10  different Nepali artists.  Please see part 1 to see what else will be available.  There will be 20 pieces in the exhibit, along with work from other artists' portraits of dogs.

Homer the Boxer mix by Megh Raj Thapa

Homer the Boxer by Megh Raj Thapa is a stunning example of Megh Raj's true to life style.  He often paints his dogs very close in size to the photo he is given, but integrates graphics and colors to highlight the dog.   His work is often photographic.

Bruiser by Sagar Bitsa

Bruiser is a Canadian dog that likes to roll in stinky stuff.   You can bathe him, but he will not be happy until he gets fragrant once more.   However, Bruiser's portrait by Sagar Bitsa is beautiful with the red circle motif and yellow background.  Sagar used to teach art to Japanese students in Kathmandu and they taught him Japanese lettering in return.  The name Sagar means 'ocean' in Nepali and his signature (on the left of Bruiser, just below his mouth) is Japanese for ocean, as well.

Itchy Sticky the Pit Bull Whippet mix by Sagar Bitsa

Itchy Sticky is also by Sagar, a fine portrait of this handsome pirate dog all dressed up and looking mysterious.

Jasper the Cockapoo by Sagar Bitsa

Sagar painted a more romantic portrait of Jasper the Cockapoo using a full palate of bright colors.

Lola the Borzoi by Sagar Bitsa

Lola the Borzoi enjoying her ice cream is hand painted on metal by Sagar Bitsa.   The Nepali script reads 'Katurnak Kukur' or Danger Dog in English.

Maggie the Chocolate Labrador by Sagar

Maggie is glowing in her Danger Dog portrait by Sagar Bitsa.  The bright colors bring out her lustrous fur.

Marley the Corgi mix by Sagar

Marley is a sweet dog given the full sweet treatment by Sagar.   Again, Sagar signs his painting with a Japanese symbol that means Ocean - the translation of Sagar's name in Nepali.

Rooney the Border Terrier by Indra Lama

Rooney the Border Collie looks good against his brown background.   He looks ready to patrol his perimeter.

Shuff the Black Pug by Nara

Shuff is a shiny Black Pug in a stunning ruff.   This very pretty Pug looks great in his portrait by the artist Nara.   Nara always paints against a bright blue background and he had fun with both the ruff and the shadow.   It is always fun to have your pet painted, as you never know what the artists will highlight.  And you get 3 choices of portraits!

Sport the Terrier mix by Baba

Sport is a Terrier mix and here he is hand painted by the artist Baba.   Baba really captured his fluffy fur and Terrier personality.

 

This is the second blog of two parts featuring the Danger Dogs that will be part of the Red Propeller Gallery's exhibit in Devon, England.  Dates to be announced so stay tuned!

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Want to immortalize your pet?      

Now is the time to order:   Be ahead of the Pack!  

Orders now being accepted for the October 2016 trip.  I will be back in early December 2016 in plenty of time to mail you your holiday orders.

1. Please send me a photo of your pet.  I will give it to three different artists, giving you a choice of 3 paintings and three people will get work.   Each painting is about one square foot and is on metal with synthetic enamel paint.   These can be hung indoors or out.

2. Let me know what you would like it to say.

3. Let me know what style of portrait you would prefer:   naive, realistic, colorful, etc.

4. Tell me your pet's name and breed.   

5. Send your photo to me at:   [email protected]  
That's it !

Satisfaction is guaranteed as I accept no money up front.   If you do not like one of the three, you pay nothing, and the 3 artists are paid in full in any case.   Let me know what you want it to say and that's it!

The cost is $250 plus shipping.   Shipping is around $22 per sign (to and from the US).   And 9.75% California sales tax for California residents.  
Pay after choosing your portrait. 
Multiple pets on one sign cost more ($325 for Double, $400 for Triple).

Let's keep these artists painting.

This hand-painted art form is fast disappearing in Kathmandu, as it already has in most parts of the world.   I pay fair trade wages, the artists get to paint again, pet lovers get a choice of three paintings for each commission, and I get to help Nepali artists make a living.   Everybody is happy.   Rescue dogs from America get to rescue artists from Nepal!

 

Danger Dogs of Devon part 1

The Danger Dogs will be part of an exhibit at the Red Propeller Gallery in Devon, England!

Included will be 20 Danger Dogs hand picked by the Red Propeller proprietors, with works by 10 different Nepali artists.

Maddy the Apricot Poodle by Jit Gurung

Maddy the Apricot Poodle will get her wish and have a nice long road trip to Devon.   Maddy's human requested that Maddy's portrait be done in the style of Gaugin and the artists were happy to oblige.  At this point, they rarely get any orders to hand paint - everyone wants digital in Nepal - and they love a challenge.   I believe that the Nepali writing translates to Ramro Kukur or Good Dog in English.

Star the Italian Greyhound by Shashi

Star is young and handsome in his portrait by the artist Shashi.   There is a lot of nice detail in the collar and the halo that surrounds Star makes a dramatic painting.   The Nepali Devenagari script reads Kukur dehi sabadan or 'Dog here be careful' in English.

Siggy the Boxer by Nara

Siggy the Boxer by Nara is a classic beware of dog sign and very much in the style that first inspired my Danger Dogs from Nepal fair trade art project.   Nara tends to paint what I call 'Dog's Dogs' - very masculine and beautiful against a solid dark blue background.

Chihuahua and Dogue de Bordeaux by Dilip Niroj

Daisy and Ellis make a good pair in their portraits by Dilip Niroj.  Their contrast in size against a dramatic sunset colored background make this one fun.   I really admire Dilip's very naive style of portraiture.

Coco Diablo Chanel by Sagar Bitsa

Coco the Queen Bean is a fabulous Jack Russell Terrier all decked out with her scarlet headdress and star studded collar atop a charmingly painted leopard skin carpet!   Sagar Bitsa is a master at shading and obviously took his time making Coco Chanel look at home in her pretty digs.

Danger Dog Darby by Baba

Darby the long-haired Dachshund is a riot of color hand painted on metal by the artist Baba.   Darby's direct gaze holds your attention along with Baba's unusual choice of background colors.  This is on recycled metal.

Dalmatians in a Porsche convertible by Megh Raj Thapa

These 3 beloved Dalmatians love a road trip - much like Maddy the Apricot Poodle.   Borris, Katia and Tasha fill up the Porsche in their portraits by Megh Raj Thapa.   The Nepali lettering translates as 'Katerna Kukurharu' or Danger Dogs!

Lars the Labradoodle by Indra Lama

Lars the Labradoodle was hand painted on metal by Indra Lama.   Lars looks very quizzical in his portrait and Indra emphasized his coloring with a contrasting blue background.

Roxy the Shitzu by Hari Timesina

Roxy the Shitzu is pretty in pink in her very naive style portrait by Hari Timesina.   Hari always signed and dated his work.   His style is fresh and unique.   Hari lost his studio soon after painting this portrait and went abroad to Saudi Arabia where he is painting houses and making money to send home to his wife and young son, Utsab.   I miss him and hope to reconnect with Hari again after his 3 year contract is over.

Jack Nelson the Jack Russell Terrier by Santosh Shrestha

Jack Russell Terriers are always cute, but Jack Nelson is spectacular with his striped tie, his pink underbelly and purple shading - all against a dramatic yellow background with red lettering.   Santosh has a great signature and uses it to great effect to compose a charming portrait of Jack.

This is the first blog of two parts featuring the Danger Dogs that will be part of the Red Propeller Gallery's exhibit in Devon, England.  Dates to be announced so stay tuned!

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Want to immortalize your pet?      

Now is the time to order:   Be ahead of the Pack!  

Orders now being accepted for the October 2016 trip.  I will be back in early December 2016 in plenty of time to mail you your holiday orders.

1. Please send me a photo of your pet.  I will give it to three different artists, giving you a choice of 3 paintings and three people will get work.   Each painting is about one square foot and is on metal with synthetic enamel paint.   These can be hung indoors or out.

2. Let me know what you would like it to say.

3. Let me know what style of portrait you would prefer:   naive, realistic, colorful, etc.

4. Tell me your pet's name and breed.   

5. Send your photo to me at:   [email protected]  
That's it !

Satisfaction is guaranteed as I accept no money up front.   If you do not like one of the three, you pay nothing, and the 3 artists are paid in full in any case.   Let me know what you want it to say and that's it!

The cost is $250 plus shipping.   Shipping is around $22 per sign (to and from the US).   And 9.75% California sales tax for California residents.  
Pay after choosing your portrait. 
Multiple pets on one sign cost more ($325 for Double, $400 for Triple).

Let's keep these artists painting.

This hand-painted art form is fast disappearing in Kathmandu, as it already has in most parts of the world.   I pay fair trade wages, the artists get to paint again, pet lovers get a choice of three paintings for each commission, and I get to help Nepali artists make a living.   Everybody is happy.   Rescue dogs from America get to rescue artists from Nepal!

 

The Dog Show in Brighton!

The Danger Dogs are traveling to England to be part of The Dog Show in Brighton!   The dates are the weekends from April 30th through the end of May.

Last year's exhibit was fabulous and is featured on this YouTube video.

 

There will be 10 paintings from my fair trade art project included this year.

Jack Nelson the Jack Russell Terrier by Santosh Shrestha

This handsome Jack Russell was hand painted on metal by Santosh Shrestha.   Santosh is no longer a sign painter but now sells and repairs mobile phones in Nepal.   This portrait is on recycled metal.

Star the Italian Greyhound by Karma

Star shines in her portrait by the artist Karma.   Karma is also no longer painting, as he now lives in South Korea where he can make more money as a field worker than he can painting signs in Kathmandu.

A White Scottish Terrier by Hari Prasad

This adorable Scotty dog showed up on my driveway a few years back and I snapped a photo, immortalizing this handsome white pup.   I consider Hari Prasad to be my 'urban artist' as he brings a gritty feel to his portraits.

Guinness the English Setter by Nara

Guinness the English Setter is hand painted on metal by the artist Nara.   Nara always uses a blue background for his portraits of dogs.  Look into those eyes!

Sombra the German Shepherd by Dilip Niroj

The artist Dilip Niroj has 3 dogs - a German Shepherd, a Pug and a Doberman.   This particularly nice folky portrait is of Sombra, a striking German Shepherd from Arizona.

Red the Wolfhound is by Sagar Bitsa

Red the Wolfhound is painted in the traditional circle motif by the artist Sagar Bitsa.   'Enlighted' translates to 'Dharma Dog' in the Devenagari (Nepali) script.

Tracker the brindle Greyhound is stunning in his portrait by Shahi.  Shahi now mainly paints large landscapes of Nepali mountain scenes for the tourist shops of Pokhara, Nepal.   But he is still happy to keep painting Nepal Art Dogs.

Patsy the English Bulldog by Indra Lama

Patsy is sweet and serene and does not look much like a Danger Dog in her portrait  by Indra Lama.  

Folk art Corgi by Manoj

What would an English Dog Show be without a Corgi?  This pretty dog is hand painted on metal by Manoj, an artist working in Pokhara, Nepal.  From a lakeside resort in Nepal to a British seaside resort in the United Kingdom!

A Zen Yorkshire Terrier by Megh Raj Thapa

This charmer was hand painted by Megh Raj Thapa.  Such a lovely color palette to match the Yorkshire Terrier's lovely coat.

 Where and when to see The Dog Show?   

THE DOG SHOW  

33 sillwood road, brighton, bn1 2le

Brunswick TOWN trail venue 2

Saturday and Sunday, 30th April, 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th, 29th May,

11.00 to 18.00

You can learn more on their facebook page:   https://www.facebook.com/thedogshowbrighton

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Now is the time to order:   Be ahead of the Pack!   Orders now being accepted for the March 2016 trip.  I will be back in June 2016.

1. Please send me a photo of your pet.  I will give it to three different artists, giving you a choice of 3 paintings and three people will get work.   Each painting is about one square foot and is on metal with synthetic enamel paint.   These can be hung indoors or out.

2. Let me know what you would like it to say.

3. Let me know what style of portrait you would prefer:   naive, realistic, colorful, etc.

4. Tell me your pet's name and breed.   

5. Send your photo to me at:   [email protected]  
That's it !

Satisfaction is guaranteed as I accept no money up front.   If you do not like one of the three, you pay nothing, and the 3 artists are paid in full in any case.   Let me know what you want it to say and that's it!

The cost is $250 plus shipping.   Shipping is around $22 per sign (to and from the US).   And 9.75% California sales tax for California residents.  
Pay after choosing your portrait. 
Multiple pets on one sign cost more ($325 for Double, $400 for Triple).

Let's keep these artists painting.

This hand-painted art form is fast disappearing in Kathmandu, as it already has in most parts of the world.   I pay fair trade wages, the artists get to paint again, pet lovers get a choice of three paintings for each commission, and I get to help Nepali artists make a living.   Everybody is happy.   Rescue dogs from America get to rescue artists from Nepal!

More Folk Art from the Himalayas at the Craft and Folk Art Museum

The Danger Dogs, and Cats, have been popular at the Craft and Folk Art Museum.   

GG the English Staffordshire Terrier by Nara

This little beauty is GG Girl, the English Staffordshire Terrier, by the Nepali sign painter Nara.

Rae the Black Dog by Dilip Niroj

Rae the Black Danger Dog above is hand painted on metal by Dilip Niroj, a sign painter in Kathmandu, Nepal.   Who says it is hard to paint a black dog?

Ashmont the Grey Cat by Dilip Niroj

Ashmont is an incredibly beautiful grey cat, captured here by Dilip Niroj.

Ziggy Stardust by Baba

This cat, named Ziggy Stardust for obvious reasons, has the most wonderful eyes in his portrait by Baba.

Folk art Peacocks hand painted by Hari Timesina

These folk art Peacocks are a fine example of the naive style of Hari Timesina.

Ginger the Buff Orpington Hen by Sufraj Khadka

Ginger, our Buff Orpington hen, is hand painted on metal by Sufraj Khadka.   This one is very colorful and a classic style.

Peachy the Cavoodle by Nara

Peachy the Cavoodle (Cavalier King Spaniel and Poodle mix) is hand painted on metal by the Nepali artist Nara.

Moose the Rottweiler by Sufraj

Moose is charming in this classic profile hand painted on metal by Sufraj Khadka, an artist in Nepal.

Nayru the Basenji by Sagar Bitsa

Nayru the Basenji is very colorful in this hand painted portrait on metal by Sagar Bitsa, an artist in Nepal.

Spartacus the Grey Poodle by Megh Raj Thapa

Spartacus the Grey Poodle by Megh Raj Thapa surely does not mind the odd spelling on his portrait.

Evie the Staffordshire Terrier by Megh Raj

Evie the Staffie from Down Under is a beauty in her portrait by Megh Raj Thapa, one of my favorite artists in Kathmandu.

French Bull Dog by Sagar Bitsa

Last but not least, we have this studly French Bulldog by Sagar, done in a traditional Beware of Dog style.

For more of what is currently for sale at the Craft and Folk Art Museum, click here.

That is what is in store!   Go to cafam.org for directions, current exhibits and hours.

Also, you can go to the Nepal Dog Channel at YouTube to see other available paintings of dogs on metal.   The Nepali signboard industry with its charming hand-painted signboards is fast disappearing in favor of mass-produced computer-generated signage.   

The huge earthquakes of April and May, 2015, have made their future even more precarious.  I will do my best to keep these artists working, but I can't do it alone.   

How to commission YOUR pet's portrait on metal:

Now is the time to order:   Be ahead of the Pack!   Orders now being accepted for the October 2015 trip.   

1. Please send me a photo of your pet.  I will give it to three different artists, giving you a choice of 3 paintings and three people will get work.   Each painting is about one square foot and is on metal with synthetic enamel paint.   These can be hung indoors or out.

2. Let me know what you would like it to say.

3. Let me know what style of portrait you would prefer:   naive, realistic, colorful, etc.

4. Tell me your pet's name and breed.   

5. Send your photo to me at:   [email protected]  
That's it !

Satisfaction is guaranteed as I accept no money up front.   If you do not like one of the three, you pay nothing, and the 3 artists are paid in full in any case.   Let me know what you want it to say and that's it!

The cost is $250 plus shipping.   Shipping and insurance is around $20 per sign (to and from the US).   And 9.75% California sales tax for California residents.  

Pay after choosing your portrait.  
Multiple pets on one sign cost more ($325 for Double, $400 for Triple).

Let's keep these artists painting.

This hand-painted art form is fast disappearing in Kathmandu, as it already has in most parts of the world.   I pay fair trade wages, the artists get to paint again, pet lovers get a choice of three paintings for each commission, and I get to help Nepali artists make a living.   Everybody is happy.   Rescue dogs from America get to rescue artists from Nepal!

The Craft and Folk Art Museum: See the Dogs (+ 2 Cats) Live!

The Craft and Folk Art Museum (across from LACMA on the Miracle Mile) has 9 new Danger Dogs from Nepal in store.   Well, there are a couple of Cats and even a Horse, too!

Fiona the Rescue Dog by Indra Lama

Fiona the Terrier mix has a great punk hairdo and is hand painted on metal by the artist Indra Lama.   This is a classic "Beware of Dog" sign spelled in the traditional Nepali manner.

Deek the Tabby Cat by Dilip Niroj

This adorable Tabby was sitting in her favorite box in the original photo taken by her human companion.   Dilip sets her free, but captures the intensity in her gaze and her pretty stripes.

Smokey the Black Lab by Sagar Bitsa

Smokey the Black Lab is a perfect example of why one should love (and photograph) a black dog.   He shines in his portrait by Sagar.   This handsome dog was 13 when this photo was taken and his human is deployed in Afghanistan.   This was part of a surprise to the serviceman that loves Smokey.  He always said "Bless your Heart" to his beloved dog.   The portrait that they chose is the first one that went to Afghanistan!  (As far as I know.)

Spartapuss the Black Cat by Sagar Bitsa

Obviously, Black Cats are lovely, too.   Spartapuss by Sagar is the last of her 3 portraits available.   She is sitting on her human's mail, as cats are known to do.   This is colorful and dramatic. as is Spartapuss.   SOLD.

Dosie the White Shepherd by Sagar Bitsa

Dosie is another classic Danger Dog.  What could be more dramatic than a beautiful white dog set against a red circle along with a butter colored background and turquoise writing?   And a drop shadow on some of the lettering.  Sagar has been painting signs for a long time and his expertise shows.

Aubert the French Bulldog by Sagar Bitsa

Aubert is another example of Sagar's work.   A pretty French Bulldog with a nice folk art treatment and that striking circle motif.

Mochi the Papillion by Dilip Niroj

Mochi in her wonderful portrait of a Papillion.   The artist, Dilip, really had fun with this one to good result.

Hester the Labrador by Megh Raj Thapa

Hester the White Labrador is apparently a very well-behaved dog from down under.   Megh Raj Thapa often paints his images on a small scale.   As you can see, Hester takes up only the lower quarter of the painting, but Megh Raj makes up for it with his fun graphics to balance out the portrait.    And please notice that Hester gets her scarlet letters!

White horse by Shahi

I was searching for an image to round out my horse portraits and found a playing card on the ground in Nepal.   I gave that card to the artist Shahi and this is the pleasant result.  SOLD.

Danger Dogs on display at the Craft and Folk Art Museum

That is what is in store!   Go to cafam.org for directions, current exhibits and hours.

Also, you can go to the Nepal Dog Channel at YouTube to see other available paintings of dogs on metal.   The Nepali signboard industry with its charming hand-painted signboards is fast disappearing in favor of mass-produced computer-generated signage.   

The huge earthquakes of April and May, 2015, have made their future even more precarious.  I will do my best to keep these artists working, but I can't do it alone.   

How to commission YOUR pet's portrait on metal:

Now is the time to order:   Be ahead of the Pack!   Orders now being accepted for the October 2015 trip.   

1. Please send me a photo of your pet.  I will give it to three different artists, giving you a choice of 3 paintings and three people will get work.   Each painting is about one square foot and is on metal with synthetic enamel paint.   These can be hung indoors or out.

2. Let me know what you would like it to say.

3. Let me know what style of portrait you would prefer:   naive, realistic, colorful, etc.

4. Tell me your pet's name and breed.   

5. Send your photo to me at:   [email protected]  
That's it !

Satisfaction is guaranteed as I accept no money up front.   If you do not like one of the three, you pay nothing, and the 3 artists are paid in full in any case.   Let me know what you want it to say and that's it!

The cost is $250 plus shipping.   Shipping and insurance is around $20 per sign (to and from the US).   And 9.75% California sales tax for California residents.  

Pay after choosing your portrait.  
Multiple pets on one sign cost more ($325 for Double, $400 for Triple).

Let's keep these artists painting.

This hand-painted art form is fast disappearing in Kathmandu, as it already has in most parts of the world.   I pay fair trade wages, the artists get to paint again, pet lovers get a choice of three paintings for each commission, and I get to help Nepali artists make a living.   Everybody is happy.   Rescue dogs from America get to rescue artists from Nepal!

 

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