Whimsical Pet Paintings Raise Funds for Animal Shelter

Palm Springs Artist Shawn Savage is a busy guy. He has his hands in lot of projects, including a new series of Pet Paintings which he originally launched last October to support the Palm Springs Animal Shelter.

"Summer is the time of self reinvention for me and the 'Savage' brand," he says, "and I am very excited about the momentum that we are creating going into the new season." 

The new paintings are true to the whimsical Savage style, but are distinctly different from last year's bold color paintings.

Drawn on recycled paper, such as old Thomas Guide map pages, they reflect a looser style, but convey as much punch and fun as the color designs. They're also framed and ready to go. 

Some of the paintings from last year's series can still be found hanging at the PS Animal Shelter. They're available for sale with a portion of the proceeds going to the Shelter. 

Savage says he's creating an entire line of products for the new drawings so if you can't afford an original painting or drawing, you can still get yourself a little pet whimsy on greetings cards, pet ware or t-shirts. The new series and design line are expected to be available later this month, and last I heard, Shawn is planning a showing at the Blu Print Green Gallery in Palm Springs. The date is not yet confirmed, so keep your eyes and ears open for that. A portion of the proceeds from the new series will also be donated to the PS Animal Shelter. 

But that's not all Savage is working on. This summer he's also teaming up with local craftsmen and launching a new furniture line that will include Sculpture Fountains. 

"The first pieces from my line will be two crendenzas, coffee and end tables and wall sculptures inspired by mid-century styling and Palm Springs architecture." 

Launch party for the furniture line is expected in late August or early September. 

Of course, if you're not in the Palm Springs area, you can always go online to check out the latest from Shawn Savage's many projects and designs.  

http://www.thesavagegallery.com/

http://www.sculpturefountains.com/