There’s a way to fundraise, that is. Established painter, photographer, and filmmaker William Wegman has a series of short works that will screen this Thursday, September 6th at The Design Center of Austin to benefit EmanciPET. It’s a collaboration made in doggy heaven, given that Wegman’s subjects are most often his own Weimaraners – a German breed of dogs known for their beautiful coats and haunting, gray eyes.

On the subject of his medium-crossing work and his reoccurring models, Wegman says, “They’re never just dogs. They’re furniture. They're landscapes. They're people. They’re kind of ghost-like and that’s why I think that I’ve been able to adapt so many guises for them.” Wegman goes on to say that he was first inspired to document the dogs after discovering how they reflect light in such a “unique” way. His paintings and photographs have been featured around the world and have even made their way into a series of children’s books. Wegman’s film and video work has previously appeared on Saturday Night Live, Nickelodeon, and Sesame Street.

Tickets can be purchased for $50 at the event site. If you’re gasping at the price, just concentrate on the canine cause. EmanciPET’s mission is to provide "very-low-cost spay and neuter services to prevent animal homelessness and euthanasia.”

Be warned, Wegman doesn’t lie about the enchanting way that light reflects off the dogs. You may find yourself making a quick stop to pick up your own Weimaraner on your way home.

Short Film Works by William Wegman
Thursday, September 6th
The Design Center of Austin at Penn Field – 3601 S. Congress, Building C
7-10pm
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Photo from EmanciPET’s Event Site