Cara Delevingne launches animal cruelty campaign #Art4animals

LONDON, Nov. 12 (UPI) -- British model Cara Delevingne has teamed up with animal rescue group New Hope Rescue to launch an art exhibit that will raise awareness for animal cruelty.

The 22-year-old announced the #Art4animals campaign on her Instagram account Monday.

"We are raising money for the amazing animal rescue, New Hope Rescue and we would love you to join us!" Delevingne captioned a photo of a pencil drawing. "Submit your own animal drawings on the talenthouse website, I can't wait to see what you guys create! Let's help as many suffering animals as we can before Christmas."

The model will curate the art shown at the #Art4Animals exhibition in London which will premiere next month.

"I'm concerned by the level of cruelty suffered by animals at the hands of humans, and I believe we have a responsibility to stand up against animal abuse, and help provide those animals who have suffered, a second chance," Delevingne said about the initiative in a statement.

She went on to say that "owning a pet is not all about the 'cute factor,'" but a "commitment" that "involves a lot of time, love and money" and encouraged future pet owners to be sure they're ready to take on the responsibility before purchasing an animal.

Participants will have until 6 p.m. on Dec. 1 to turn in their animal themed artwork on Talenthouse's website.