Plein Air Painting Challenge

Saturday, October 3, 9AM-3PM

We are very excited to invite everyone to our Plein Air Painting Challenge in Carnegie, Oct. 3, 9AM-3PM. The area is a perfect urban setting with many visual elements, including the onion-domed churches, turn-of-the-century brick industrial buildings, and interesting alley and street vistas. Small cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd, judged by the great Philip Salvato. We start the day at Double Dog Studios for coffee and doughnuts and a quick overview of Carnegie and potential painting locations, and will then return about 2:00 to exhibit, the public will be invited to take a look which might even turn into sales. A simple message to Dave or to Double Dog if you are interested or know that you will be there would be great. We are looking forward to a creative but relaxed day filled with art and positive people. Life is good, let's have some fun. - Oct. 3rd, 9-3. Double Dog Studios 317 2nd Avenue, Carnegie, PA 15106

August 25, 1923

We have been told many times that some of the bricks from our building (the St. Joseph Church Rectory), which was being built around that time, were used in a historic fight between the citizens of Carnegie and the KKK. Read about August 25, 1923, in the link below.

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Did you know the new garden was once where the St. Joseph Church stood

The original St. Joseph German Catholic Church stood on the 140’ x 60’ lot from 1880 to the 1990s. The church's cornerstone was laid on September 21, 1879, and the new St. Joseph Church was dedicated on January 1, 1880. This church lasted a decade before giving way to a larger structure. The new church, with a school attached, opened its doors on December 15, 1891.

With minor modifications over the years, the church continued to serve the Carnegie community for another eight decades. It was rebuilt twice, endured floods, and hosted a golden jubilee and countless festivals, baptisms, and weddings until it was torn down in the 1990s. The lot sat vacant until 2023, when we officially purchased it from the Catholic dioceses.

Visit the garden to see more

The new St. Joseph Church, 1891, Third Street & 2nd Avenue

First sighting

The new meadow is coming to life with dandelions and violets

They are among the first flowers to bloom in spring, providing an early source of nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinators when few other plants are available. Both help improve soil health with their deep roots, which bring nutrients closer to the surface.

We just see them as beautiful.

The birds are back

The birds are flocking back to the gardens. We especially love seeing our neighbor geese + Dave loves illustrating them.


Even Punxsutawney Phil is Irish on St. Patricks Day

Thanks Bob Podurgiel for the great article!

Pittsburgh Post Gazette article, March 7, 2026

read article here

Pennsylvania meadow preparation

Last November, we prepped the new meadow and wildflower area. The garden will continue to grow with indigenous flowers, bushes, and trees. We spotted an eagle, cranes, monarch butterflies, and lots of bees. A commitment to the future and to the natural health of the Chartiers Creek area and beyond.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year

Wigle Whiskey + Dave Klüg

Come on out of your burrow Saturday evening, January 24, 5:30 -8:30, and say hi to Dave, Phil, and the rest of the pack at Wigle Whiskey in the strip. Plus, sip the best whiskey in town and purchase the new Punxsutawney poster celebrating the new Philmobil.

Get your tickets here

Wigle Whiskey Tickets!

Buzzing into 2026

A lot was being said about us in 2025, from Love. Art. Freedom. An expression of Ukrainian art to benefit UCHI, to up-and-coming artist Justin Scott’s solo show, the growing garden, and Dave’s new work, including the Pup-Up immersive exhibit that had everyone howling. Have a wonderful holiday. We are looking forward to seeing you in 2026.

Holidays for everyone!

The 2025 holiday season at Double Dog Studios

Holiday PUP-UP®

Paintings by Dave Klüg

Saturday, December 13, 12-3 pm

Bring your pup to the holiday Pup-Up! They can pick out their very own piece of art, like a squirrel, a ball, or the famous The Dog with a Pearl Earring. It's the perfect gift for any dog (or human) art lover.

Dogs are not required to join the fun!

There will be plenty of treats on hand for our furry friends and their humans!

“Our Favorite Things” OPEN HOUSE

Small Business Saturday, November 29, 11-3

Stop in for a glass of bubbly and sweet treats. We will have some of our favorite original artwork from artists, including Marina Mozhayeva, Justin Scott, Dave Klüg, and more…

Artwork by Dave Klüg

Our neighborhood geese are heading south

But we’re hanging, so flock over anytime by texting or calling ahead at 412.343.5584 to shop in person or visit our online store.

Klüg at the Carnegie Carnegie in Carnegie with Carnegie and Wagner

Carnegie Artist’s Showcase at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall

Dave has several paintings representing Carnegie on view at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall in Carnegie. Known as the “Carnegie Carnegie,” it is the second library built by Carnegie and is a cultural gem that includes A Lincoln Portrait Gallery and a Music Hall.

Carnegie Artist’s Showcase is a celebration of the community’s creativity, with Carnegie-based artists represented.

On view August 2 through 16.

July was hot