# ‘Rubbish’ pet portraits raise funds for StreetVet

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2021/10/11/rubbish-pet-portraits-raise-funds-for-streetvet/
- Published: 2021-10-11T11:21:26+01:00
- Author: Melanie May

**An illustrator and campaigner is fundraising through drawing ‘rubbish’ portraits
of people’s pets.**

Phil Heckels, working under the alias of Hercule van Wolfwinkle, began drawing self-
proclaimed ‘rubbish’ portraits of people’s pets for commission in 2020. Funds previously
raised from the drawings have been donated to Worthing’s local homeless charity,
Turning Tides, but now people will also have the opportunity to [donate to StreetVet](https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/hercule-streetvet).

To launch his new support for StreetVet, Hercule Van Wolfwinkle has revealed an 
exclusive portrait of StreetVet ambassador and TV presenter, Paul O’Grady’s four
dogs – Conchita, Eddie, Arfur and Nancy. Hercule received his first customer-written
review from Paul, and it was a scathing one: “My dogs weren’t in the least bit amused
by this image of them. Eddie is hell bent on revenge and Conchita was so distressed
she’s considering joining Weight Watchers.”

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Those requesting an imperfect portrait of their pet can choose to donate their commission
cost to StreetVet, to support its work in keeping those experiencing homelessness
and their pets, healthy and together. Funds donated from the portraits will support
the veterinary care offered by StreetVet, including providing pet provisions, in-
surgery diagnostics, and other crucial support services.

![](https://wfay6x.infiniteuploads.cloud/2021/10/Paul-OGrady-x-Hercule-Van-Wolfwinkle-
2.jpg)

StreetVet ambassador and presenter Paul O’Grady received an exclusive portrait of
his pets to celebrate the new partnership between Hercule Van Wolfwinkle and StreetVet.
Photo: Paul O’Grady

Jade Statt, StreetVet co-founder and Clinical Director, said:

> “Hercule’s portrait is hilarious, albeit slightly unfair to poor Conchita, but
> his interpretations never fail to make me chuckle.  Having Hercule choose to support
> StreetVet is a massive boost  –  we know his involvement will help raise awareness,
> funds and hopefully many smiles.”

Artist Phil Heckels said:

> “The amazing community who follow my work have been so generous in their support
> of the fundraising to date and I am so happy to be able to offer people the chance
> to now donate to StreetVet as well as Turning Tides. A lot of them are big animal
> lovers so I know it will be a charity close to all their hearts. Knowing the money
> is going even further to help those experiencing homelessness and their beloved
> pets is brilliant.”