BOW WOW FAQ

  • What is the Bow WOW Art Dogs event?
    • Bow WOW Art Dogs is a community wide event, benefiting ROAR Animal Rescue, The Ridgefield Guild of Artists and The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, where local businesses and citizens can sponsor fiberglass resin dog statues to be decorated and displayed all over Ridgefield, CT. Local artists are welcomed to submit design proposals and, pending selection, will be commissioned to bring their Art Dog design to life. Bow WOW Art Dogs event will support local artists, promote local businesses, and further Ridgefield’s community.
  • Why should I submit a Bow WOW Art Dog design?
    • Showcase your talent, engage with the community, and get paid for your design! Each artist will be recognized on a special plaque attached to the base of the dog statue which will be displayed in Ridgefield in 2021
  • What should I put on my Art Dog?
    •  We encourage you to be creative with your design! That being said, artists should bear in mind that the audience will include all ages and designs should be appropriate for public display. Designs must be appropriate for public display. Designs that are religious, political, violent or sexual in nature will not be accepted. The Bow WOW Art Dogs planning committee evaluates all designs and retains the right to accept or reject any design. Check the Artist Materials form for some material suggestions to help plan your design.
  • Where do I submit my design?
  • I am not an artist- how can I be involved?
    • We encourage people of all artistic experience to submit a design or create your own decorated Chihuahua at the Little Cuddles sponsorship level! There are many ways to be involved beyond decorating a dog though. You or your business can sponsor your very own Art Dog! Or you can volunteer for a committee! Check the sponsor and volunteer pages for more information.
  • Where will the completed Art Dogs go?
    • Beginning spring 2021, the completed Art Dog statues will be displayed around downtown Ridgefield. In September 2021 an auction of the completed Art Dog statues will be held at The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum wherein all net proceeds will benefit ROAR Animal Rescue, The Ridgefield Guild of Artists, and The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum collectively.
  • What public events will there be related to the Bow WOW Art Dogs?
    • The Bow WOW Art Dog Parade, coordinated by ArtFul, the Ridgefield Guild of Artists, and ROAR Animal Rescue, will include a map designating the locations of all completed dog statues as well as community events including dog portraits, dog grooming, and “Find The Chihuahua Scavenger Hunt”.The Leader of the Pack Art Dog Auction will take place September 2021 at The Aldrich Museum Contemporary Art Museum. The event will incorporate both a silent and live auction for the Art Dogs. All net proceeds will benefit The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, the Ridgefield Guild of Artists, and ROAR Animal Rescue. More information will be available in 2021.
  • Where can I find more information?
    • Explore the Artful website Bow WOW pages for more information.You can also  email info@artfulgives.org or call Dee Dee at (203)-