Arts & Entertainment

Dogs Are Artists! 'Paw-casso' Exhibit To Feature Canine Creations

The hosted by Guide Dogs of the Desert takes place this week at the Melissa Morgan Sculpture Garden at 73785 El Paseo Drive in Palm Desert.

PALM DESERT, CA — A fundraiser featuring artwork by canines will be held Friday in Palm Desert, officials said Tuesday.

The event will be hosted by Guide Dogs of the Desert, a non-profit organization that provides mobility, companionship and independence for the blind with custom-trained dogs.

The "Paw-casso" exhibit features artwork made by numerous guide dogs, and each "mutt-erpiece" was created with non-toxic, dog-friendly paint, according to the organization.

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The event will be held at the Melissa Morgan Sculpture Garden, located at 73785 El Paseo Drive, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday.

The showcase will feature live art demonstrations, attendees will be able to meet canine artists in-person and all of the artwork will be available for donations.

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More information regarding the event and a sneak peek at the artwork can be found at guidedogsofthedesert.org/paw-casso.