This February, 20 Bay Area artists have joined forces to create portraits that capture the unique beauty and personalities of over 25 Oakland Animal Services shelter animals. The “Home is Where the Heart Is” collection will be on display all month at Oakland Animal Services, with some pieces at Farley’s East coffeehouse, 33 Grand Avenue in Oakland. Adopters of these animals will be gifted these one-of-a-kind portraits of their new family members. Adopters of all other animals during the month of February will receive a limited edition “Home is Where the Heart Is” poster.Oakland-based ad agency Arson created “Home is Where the Heart Is” to engage local talent to help shelter pets. “We’re huge fans of animals at Arson — especially rescues. So helping these wonderful dogs, cats, and rabbits find great homes is a dream project for us. We’re thrilled to be working with OAS on this,” said Matt Morin, co-founder and creative director at Arson.
During Valentine’s Day weekend — between February 12 and February 15 — the shelter will waive adoption fees for all animals. “I can’t think of a better time to find your four-legged true love,” explained OAS director Rebecca Katz.
Bay Area residents who want to meet adoptable pets, view the portraits, and support the shelter are also invited to come to Farley’s East on Thursday, February 12, from 5:00-9:00 pm. A portion of food and beverage sales that evening will benefit Friends of Oakland Animal Services, the shelter’s nonprofit partner.
A complete list of participating artists appears below:
