Photographer Sebastian Magnani has created an awesomely whimsical series about dogs and their owners in his latest work entitled 'Underdog.' This fantastic series combines the faces of friendly pooches with the style of their masters. Magnani originally started the series back in 2009 as a personal project. He was commissioned to start it up again by a dog training center this summer.
Magnani creates portraits of half dogs/ half humans in this series. He blends the heads of dogs with the bodies of their owners. These are truly different and are definitely a fun play on the classic portrait-style pose.
Check this series out if you're one of those owners that resembles their dog.
Humanized Pooch Portraits
The 'Underdog' Series is Cute and Quirky
Trend Themes
1. Whimsical Portraiture - Photographers could explore creating whimsical portraits by combining the faces of animals and humans, adding a touch of magic and creativity to traditional photography.
2. Personalized Pet Products - Companies in the pet industry could offer personalized products, such as pet portraits or merchandise featuring custom images of pets and their owners, allowing pet owners to showcase their special bond.
3. Animal-human Interaction - Opportunities exist for businesses to create experiences or services that bridge the gap between humans and animals, fostering a deeper connection and understanding between the two.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Photography studios and professionals could capitalize on the trend by offering unique portrait sessions that blend animals and humans, providing clients with one-of-a-kind artistic images.
2. Pet Products - Companies in the pet product industry could develop personalized merchandise, such as clothing, accessories, or home decor, featuring artwork that combines animals and humans, tapping into the growing trend of pet owner self-expression.
3. Animal Training - Dog training centers and animal behaviorists could incorporate the concept of merging animal and human characteristics into their methodology, offering innovative and creative approaches to improving the bond between pets and their owners.