A Place to Bark and Meow -- Animal Rescue Blog by Bernie Berlin

Sunday, September 03, 2006

A CALL FOR ART FOR "A PLACE TO BARK"

This is the official call for art for A Place To Bark's Artists Unleashed Auction.
An Artful Fusion of Hearts & Hands working together to benefit animals in need.
This auction will benefit A Place To Bark Animal Rescue.
The numbers of animals I take in every year continues to grow and so, a shelter & funding is needed to help foster the animals and keep our rescue alive. We have 20 acres here and plenty of room to build.
Since moving to Tennessee in December of 2005, we have taken in, fostered, transported and found new homes for over 281 animals. We will continue doing as much as we can, but cannot do it alone.
Our euthanasia rate in the area I live, is 95 to 98 percent. Animals being put to sleep every 3 to 5 days.
Lives needlessly wasted.
By coming together and sharing our gifts of art, you will help animals in need and save lives.
Together we can do great things!!!
Artwork does not have to be professional, we ask all levels of artistic talent donate, kids too!!!
Everyone can contribute in one way or another..
Help spread the word to others..
I hope you'll join in and help me, help the animals...

Specifics to donate art:
Please send your art to:
Bernie Berlin
c/o "A Place To Bark"
P.O. Box 649
Portland, Tennessee 37148
(615) 681-2631

Art due date: October 25th
Enclose your name, address & e-mail & value of artwork.
I will then send you a receipt for your donation that you can use for a tax deduction.
All my paperwork for prior & current donations will be done by the end of the year.

The art auction will be advertised in the next Winter issue of Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine.
Please look for it on the newsstand soon!!
The dates for the Auction will be: December 1-10, 2006.
E-bay I.D. is: aplace2bark
Our auction will be done via E-bay so that no matter where you are you can bid on the art.

:: posted @ 2:12 PM by Bernie Berlin::

COMMENTS:

Bernie, it's Bella. You can count me in! I'll get bizzeh and see what I come up with. Maybe I'll have Zoe design some doll faces...lol

xoxo
bella

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The Mistress of the Manor : September 03, 2006 10:05 PM

I will try to donate some!

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teresa : September 04, 2006 9:38 AM

Godspeed Bernie! I'll try and seeeee what I can come up with! Sounds like FUN! and a good way to get some needed$$$$ for your furries! GLAD to hear Jeff is getting better!!! LOVE and PRAYERS, xoooxox

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turquoise cro : September 04, 2006 1:44 PM

Count me in Bernie - I will get something to you this month. xoxo tiffini x

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tiffini elektra x : September 04, 2006 1:51 PM

Hi Bernie,
Thanks for the kind words on my blog and I am sorry that we could not meet up at AU as well. I am so glad to hear that your husband is doing better and I will continue to keep him in my prayers. I will definately send you a few things for the auction and as far as the artist retreat goes...count me in!
TN would be wonderful...there are so few artsy things on the East coast...stay here! Good luck on your next trip up north and I will check out your stuff on Cafepress...I know I have some cafepress dollars in my account I need to use.
Best Wishes to you & yours,
Jill Beninato

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Jill Beninato : September 04, 2006 3:21 PM

yes, count me in Bernie, I'll be happy to send art.

Will we (me) get a receipt for tax purposes for the $$ already sent? You had mentioned June, but I know life gets in the way. If I could, I'd be there to help in person, so sending art is the next best thing!
xo,
Tara

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Tara's Art Camp : September 04, 2006 9:44 PM

Thanks for your comment on my blog. I like you icon pic too. That's my sweet Yorkie, Brook, who is the most wonderful dog I've ever had. I never thought I'd end up with a Yorkie, but I'm glad I did. She loves trips to the beach!

I will try to donate some art too. Do people provide artwork already framed?

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Digital Scott's Illustrationblog : September 05, 2006 12:49 PM

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Digital Scott's Illustrationblog : September 05, 2006 12:50 PM

Hi sweets....the deck went in the mail to you today. Let me know when you get it.

# posted by

Maija : September 05, 2006 2:12 PM

Hey sweetie, you can count me in! xxoo
How are you hanging in there? Thinking of you!!!!

# posted by

Misty Mawn : September 05, 2006 10:10 PM

I am a lurker reader but truly respect your mission. You can most definitely count on me!

# posted by

MB Shaw : September 06, 2006 9:14 AM

I too plan on sending some art for the cause...also keeping you and Jeff in my thoughts.

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Kivett Studio : September 07, 2006 3:12 PM

i too will send some things....

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dogfaeriex5 : September 08, 2006 9:37 AM

Your cause is so important.. and I wish I could physically come and help you with your constant efforts! I admire your perserverance and continuing efforts!!! I will do whatever I can to help!
I have added the cause to my blog in hopes the more people that see this the better!

http://baileysbliss.blogs.com/journal/2006/09/help_the_innoce.html

Thank you for helping the innocent Bernie!!!

# posted by

Anonymous : September 09, 2006 2:10 PM

hey there sweetie,
how are you doing?!
i'll get my auction art to you in the next week or so. tell jeff i hope he's feeling better!
xox

# posted by

katie : September 09, 2006 7:43 PM

sending mine tomorrow!

I talked to Larry and we're looking at when we can drive down and see you! (yay!) you're note about what you need from the North totally rocked my world :)

love you!
xox

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Anonymous : September 12, 2006 4:41 PM

Bernie... I just found your site and am trying to spread the word of your mission and your art call. Kudos to you and my caring thoughts are with you and Jeff.

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Juli : September 19, 2006 11:49 AM

Hello, I was informed of your blog and I will ask my daughter if she would love to your cause. Its a wonderful idea!
She is 12 and she draws horses mostly...she is very talented (even if I was not her mom I would say so HEHE) and I think that that would be a wonderful thing for her to do!
Carrie Ostreko
Plano, IL

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Anonymous : September 19, 2006 12:39 PM

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Anonymous : September 19, 2006 12:39 PM

Hey Bernie, this is _jax_ from livejournal.. while I no longer participate there.. I have kept up with you and wanted to let you know you will be getting a package from me for this. :)

# posted by

Anonymous : September 25, 2006 5:49 PM

Your drive to help these animals is amazing! My daughter and I would love to help. My daughter is only 8, but she has been helping out at our local shelter for 2 years. She wants to be a vet someday, open a shelter and be an artist.....sounds like she found a hero in you!!!!

# posted by

Xanthe : October 06, 2006 10:51 PM

Hi, Bernie. Count me in. I'll get them out to you ASAP.

# posted by

A bird in the hand : October 11, 2006 6:08 PM

Sending you a big box of things today! Good luck, and hugs!!

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Anonymous : October 17, 2006 5:13 PM

Hi Bernie!! I just saw this (and your blog for the first time!) I know I only have a few days now, I wish I had seen this sooner, it kills me! But I have a piece I did back in 2004, it has children and a dog, I'm going to send it off tomorrow...I hope it helps! THANK YOU for everything you do!!

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Anonymous : October 18, 2006 5:24 PM

Hi Bernie... i'm running a little behind but art is coming priority mail TODAY.... Good luck with the auctions!! ;-)

~Ronda

# posted by

Kivett Studio : October 20, 2006 5:37 PM

HI Bernie,
I'm sending something today. Your delay made it possible for me to contribute :-) Please check the head when it arrives as shipping often jiggles it loose. A drop of super glue will fix it.
I check your blog first thing EVERY morning. I know you're busy, so won't babble on.
Hope to see you at Art Unraveled.
Hugs to you, Jeff and the critters.
Linda
Lost Coast Designs

# posted by

Anonymous : January 16, 2007 5:38 PM

When will you be putting the rest of the artwork up for auction? There are many of us that are interested in a few pieces that some local California artists have donated.

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Anonymous : February 23, 2007 8:05 PM

STILL WONDERING WHEN THE ITEMS THAT WERE DONATED WILL BE POSTED ON EBAY OR SHOULD WE HAVE DONATED TO ANOTHER ORGANIZATION?

# posted by

Anonymous : March 05, 2007 10:56 AM

now now ... let's behave ourselves and play nice

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Anonymous : April 04, 2007 6:01 PM

Hi Bernie! Im a friend of Claudine's and am interested in helping your cause. I own Green Girl Studios and donate to orginazations every year. Contact me at greengirlstudios@yahoo.com . Maybe we could make pieces (i cast pieces in pewter and silver)that could benefit your cause.

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Cynthia Thornton : May 26, 2007 6:51 PM

Hi Bernie,
I realize the auction has come and gone, any chance you'll be hosting another one? I'd LOVE to contribute artwork to an auction for your rescue in the future, so please keep me in mind, or add me to your email list, ok? Do you still need a stethescope? I have an extra I'd be delighted to send you... let me know! All my best!

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Anonymous : January 19, 2008 10:02 AM

I'm with Kathy...will there be another auction?

How do I get your button on my blog?

Thanks!

Lesley
flatwoodsfolkart@typepad.com

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Anonymous : January 21, 2008 4:17 PM