The Woof's Meow Art Studio

In the early 2000s, I knew of someone named Patti who worked in the Personnel Department of the City of Alexandria. In 2004, she quit working there, or as we, fellow employees used to say, she escaped. Even though I didn't know her that well, I was still happy for her and envious because anyone who could escape City Hall deserved applause.   In 2006, my sweet german shepherd, Prowler, was born and not long after I was searching for a pet sitter since I was gone most of the day commuting from Woodbridge to Alexandria.  After a lot of research and trying a few sitters, I finally contacted this one person and made an appointment for her to come by to meet us.

To my surprise, it was Patti! She was quickly hired and it didn't take long for Prowler to call her "Aunt Patti". (Yes, my dog can talk. Can't yours?)

As time went on, I depended on Patti so very much and trusted her with my baby as well as my home. I could always count on her and was so thankful to have found her.

I'm happy to say that while I don't need a daily pet sitter any longer because Prowler is older, can be left alone and I only work a mile from home now, Patti and I still keep in touch.  Our love of animals, especially dogs, and family will always keep us connected.

While I know what an incredible connection Patti has with dogs and her obvious and undying devotion and love for all animals, what I didn't know was the hidden talent that she has as an artist!

A few months ago, I came across incredible paintings she was creating of our beloved
four-legged furry family members! In December 2014, I was fortunate enough to have her create a portrait of  "my slippers". My favorite guy, as I like to refer to him, has two pure bred, white maltese dogs who are the most adorable little snugglebugs I have ever seen. While he adores his babies as much as I adore my Prowler, and I needed the "perfect Christmas gift" for him, it was fate that I had come upon Patti's website!

From just a few photos that I had provided to Patti and some personal specifics, the finished product was absolutely mesmerizing for me and for their owner!  I couldn't have been more pleased and am still in awe of Patti's talent!

I am pleased to announce that Patti has offered up her artistic services for my fundraiser's silent auction!

Up for auction will be a gift certificate (valued at $115) for a 12x16 hand-painted canvas board (or stretched canvas) portrait! All she needs from you is a photo or two and any other specifics that you would like included in the final product so that she can bring your best friend to life with acrylic paint!!

Please visit Patti's website at

http://www.thewoofsmeowartstudio.com/

to find out more details and view the incredible pieces of art she has completed!

Please note: Patti has also offered to generously give 15% to ZERO for all future orders who mention my name or my dad's when ordering.

I am so grateful for her friendship and for her offer of this incredible item for the silent auction to benefit

Denny's Shotgun Riders!