The Benches
An enthusiastic supporter of art in public places, Diane installed the bench in front of the two Plaza Mercado Center stores (Mosaic and La Mariposa), where it immediately drew tons of attention. It has been featured in several newspaper articles, widely photographed, and is rumored to have been the site of at least one marriage proposal.
The bench traveled with Diane across country for several years. When she opened Ocean Heir in Cambria, in October 2012, the bench found a new home in the courtyard of the Shops at the Garden Shed where all us Heiresses enjoy watching the delight it brings our visitors every day.
All us Heiresses share a common love of animals and a passion for animal rescue. The marquee annual fundraiser for our local animal shelter HART is "Wines, Pines, and Felines." Ocean Heir, among many local businesses, has made regular donations towards the raffle. Ocean Heir's support of HART is much deeper than a simple raffle donation. Another of Diane's public art creations, a painted metal sculpture bench, originally commissioned for her Aristokatz store has been donated to Hart, where it sits proudly on the grounds of the facility at 2638 Main street in Cambria. |
On September 4, 2014 the bench (lovingly repainted by local artist Judy Lyon) was unveiled at a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the opening of the newly revamped HART gift shop (vamping provided by our Heiress-in-Chief). The shop is chock full interesting and useful stuff, to help you care for, pamper, and proclaim your love for your special pet. |
Judy Lyon (left) with Diane Matzner |
Really, HART is a very special organization and a terrific asset to our community. The Main street shelter is an impressive accomplishment, and is worth a visit whether you are looking to adopt, shop, or just take a tour. Join all the Heiress in our support of HART, every little bit helps! |