Rafael Suriani Creates Humanized Animal Portraits
Sarah Moore — June 29, 2012 — Art & Design
References: flickr & coolhunting
The connection that humans feel toward animals can be attributed to the unique personalities that both species exhibit and the street art portraits crafted by Rafael Suriani bring the similarities between both people and wild creatures to life in a very literal way.
Merging fox heads onto the legs of a leather-clad woman or drawing a devil-may-care, dress-wearing kitty cat lounging against a wall while smoking a cigarette are but two examples of the artist's unique interpretation of form.
Suriani skillfully merges attributes from the human and animal kingdoms together into unique creatures that cause one to ponder how different they really are from those in the wild kingdom.
Each of his stickers are designed to interact with the surroundings where they are affixed, making the illustrations all the more life-like.
Merging fox heads onto the legs of a leather-clad woman or drawing a devil-may-care, dress-wearing kitty cat lounging against a wall while smoking a cigarette are but two examples of the artist's unique interpretation of form.
Suriani skillfully merges attributes from the human and animal kingdoms together into unique creatures that cause one to ponder how different they really are from those in the wild kingdom.
Each of his stickers are designed to interact with the surroundings where they are affixed, making the illustrations all the more life-like.
Trend Themes
1. Human-animal Hybrid Art - Exploring the blurring boundary between humans and animals through art can lead to innovative offerings in entertainment, fashion, and advertising.
2. Interactive Street Art - Experimenting with stickers and interactive art installations can lead to new marketing possibilities for businesses in the hospitality, entertainment, and retail industries.
3. Social Awareness Through Art - Creating art installations that raise awareness about social issues can inspire new ways for businesses in the media, advertising, and fashion industries to connect with their customers.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The artistry of Rafael Suriani and other creators of human-animal hybrid art can be used to create brand recognition opportunities for businesses in the fashion and entertainment industries.
2. Hospitality - Using interactive street art as part of marketing campaigns can attract new customers and set businesses apart in the crowded hospitality industry.
3. Media - Promoting socially conscious artistic installations can help businesses in the media industry connect with their audiences on a deeper level.
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