Mascot Studio, a combination gallery and custom framing shop, at 328 E. Ninth St., that has been operated by owner Peter McCaffrey since 1982, is once again celebrating “the spirit of the dog” in its 15th annual exhibition of canine-oriented painting, illustration and photography. The Villager’s own award-winning photographer Bob Krasner is participating for the first time alongside local and national artists Katherine Streeter, Marcellus Hall, Anthony Freda, Scott Neary, Pamela Crimmins, Charlie Welch, Paul Moreno, Jill Pratzon, Karen Ruelle, Richard Sandler and others, including McCaffrey. The show has been extended through Tues., April 15. There will be a book signing on Sun., March 30, by the artist Kelynn Z. Alder, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact Peter McCaffrey at 212-228-9090 or info@mascotstudio.com.
