COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (February 24, 2025) — Gather your friends or come to make some friends as you enjoy your favorite wine while learning about endangered African painted dogs and how to paint them during this special Wine and Design. All skill levels are welcome! You don't have to be an artist to enjoy learning. Join us on Friday, March 21, 6-8:30PM, to please your palate while using your palette!
Our special guest is Dr Greg Rasmussen from Painted Dog Research (PDR) in Zimbabwe, Niabi's long-time conservation partner. He will share features and stories about painted dogs in Africa and the collaborative work that Niabi Zoo is doing with PDR. Proceeds will go to support the continued conservation efforts of PDR to protect painted dogs in the field.
For adults age 21 and over, the cost is just $50 which includes art supplies, animal inspiration, and of course, wine (plus other drink options).
About the Artist
Pat Beréskin has been teaching art for 28 years at the Beréskin Gallery and Art Academy in Bettendorf. She has shown her art in Chicago and continues to serve as an "Artist in Residence" for the community. Pat was the artist at our 2024 Wine and Design teaching how to paint a snow leopard to help with the Zoo's recovery and rebuilding the cat habitats.
