Create a one-of-a-kind pet portrait at this fun and feel-good event in partnership with Homeward Animal Shelter! Paint your own pet or one of the adorable animals joining us on site, with an instructor available for guidance along the way. Registration is $17 (includes all supplies), with optional donations encouraged to support the shelter. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your ticket in advance.
If you plan to paint your own pet, please submit a photo to Tatiana at tfriese@fargoparks.com at least one week prior to the event so we can have your canvas prepped and ready. Prefer to paint a shelter pet instead? You’ll have the option to donate your finished portrait to the future family who adopts them—making your artwork an extra special part of their story.
Event Details
Registration & Tickets
- Pre-registration is required as space is limited.
- Registration is $17 per person and includes all painting supplies.
- Seating will be first come, first served within the event timeframe.
Cancellations & Refunds
- Refunds are available up to 7 days prior to the event.
- Cancellations made within 7 days of the event are non-refundable due to supply preparation.
- Tickets are transferable—please notify us in advance if someone else will attend in your place.
Pet Photo Submission (For Personal Pet Portraits)
- If painting your own pet, a photo must be submitted at least one week prior to the event.
- Photos should be clear, high-quality, and show your pet’s face prominently.
- Late submissions may result in a blank canvas (no pre-sketched outline).
Painting Experience
- This is a guided, self-led experience. An instructor will be available for tips, guidance, and questions, but this is not a step-by-step class.
- All skill levels are welcome—come ready to have fun and get creative!
Painting Shelter Animals
- Participants may choose to paint one of the animals on site.
- You are welcome (and encouraged!) to donate your painting to the future adopting family.
Donations
- Additional donations to Homeward Animal Shelter are encouraged and can be made during registration or on site.
Event Environment
- This is a small, intimate event space. Please plan to arrive within the event timeframe to allow enough time to complete your painting.
Animals On Site
- Shelter animals may be present during the event.
- All interactions must be respectful and follow guidance from shelter staff.
- Not all animals may be available for handling or interaction.
What to Wear
- Aprons will be provided, but we recommend wearing clothes you don’t mind getting a little paint on—just in case!
