The cows are painted by local artists from the amateur and unknown to the professional and famous. Artists are notified of the event through an “Open Call for Artists” process. This process consists of targeted mailing to top artists, newspaper and television advertisements, and through cooperation with local arts organizations.
The cow is a universally loved animal. The cow represents different things to different people around the world - it's sacred, it's historic, it connects us to our past - but the common feeling is one of affection. There is something magical about the cow that transcends the whole world. She just makes everyone smile.
CowParade benefits charities
CowParade events have raised over $20 million for nonprofits worldwide since 1999. CowParade auctions are conducted like traditional art auctions with live auctions
Resin or ceramic sculptures painted by different artists around the world
The CowParade "parade of cows" comes from a creation of cows by different artists and exhibited in different cities around the world
An original idea to help various charities.
Several cow parade cows from these various parades have been reproduced in miniature. The Cow Parade has thus become a very popular collection theme with the public.
A beautiful homage to Gustav Klimt. The cow is inspired by the "golden period" of Klimt (1898 - 1908). The CowParade Collection Klimt was created by Annabel Church-Smith for CowParade Manchester 2004
Cowzza showcases the creative and colourful traits of its creators, making this piece a unique addition to any interior space. As one of the new additions to the CowParade International collection, Cowzza represents the innovative and contemporary artistic style of Adam Frezza and Terri Chiao.
A decorative object rich in colour and modernity, for nature lovers and the meaning they attribute to their favourite animal!
Born in 1999 in Chicago, CowParade is now an event held in more than 50 cities worldwide and includes over 5,000 artists.