“For the Love of Animals”

February/March 2018

The Galleries at the Florence Events Center

Friend of the Florence Events Center

715 Quince Street

Florence, Oregon 97439

541-997-1994

Welcome to the FEC Galleries 4th annual “For the Love of Animals!” Exhibit at the FEC. We are celebrating all animals – domestic, marine, birds, etc. Our Pacific Northwest is home to a wide variety of species and classes of animals, and artists/photographers have showcased them in so many wonderful ways! Therefore, the Friends of the FEC are CALLING ALL local artists and photographers – this is your chance to share with our community your love of animals!!

  • The deadline for artist to submit their application is January 26th, 2018.
  • Rods for up to three pieces of artwork can be purchased for $20 per rod. 3-D items relating to the animal theme are also welcome for the display case. Up to three 3-D items can be displayed for $20.
  • Artists are asked to bring their artwork to the FEC, Gallery One, on January 30th, 2018, between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. If you need to bring your pieces sooner, bring them to the FEC office, and they will keep them in a safe place until they are hung or placed in the case.
  • Artwork will hang during the months of February and March, and you are asked to pick up your artwork on Tuesday, March 27th, 2018, between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
  • The Artist’s Reception will be held at the FEC on February 10th, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.We will have complimentary punch, coffee, animal and Valentine’s Day themed cookies, treats for pets, and pets can have their photo taken! For just $5, you will receive a framed photo. All pets are welcome, either held by a family member, or on a leash. Family members can be photographed with their pet(s) if the wish, and photos will be available in minutes!
  • We are asking all visitors at the Reception to please bring dog or cat food for our local animals in need.

For the details and an application, go to click on the galleries, and then on “For the Love of Animals.” You may also get applications at the FEC Office.

As you can see, this will be a very special event to highlight animals and the joy they bring. Thank you for being part of an event that will showcase your artwork, as well as help those animals in need. You, the artist, will receive the proceeds from any of your artwork sold, minus the FEC’s 25% commission.

If you would like more information, please contact Claudia Ignatieff at