The Animal Soul Project
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Feb 17, 2016 
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The Animal Soul Project
Photographer Robert Bahou has created a series of portraits he says provide a glimpse into the souls of cats and dogs. He tells of his inspiration and how working with animals is different from photographing humans. The project, titled Animal Soul, features portraits of different cats and dogs.
I look for hints of truth in the photographs, and I have found that this is surprisingly accessible with animals, says Bahou. The reason for this is that I dont believe animals understand what a camera is. As a result, they dont behave the way we do when faced with a camera. They dont adjust themselves, turn to their good sides, pull a prepared face, or hide anything. Whats left is a truly honest moment between them and the camera. I want to, in a very close and personal way, show that animals have unique and beautiful personalities.’
Bahou places the animals in front of an empty background, so they are the main focus of the image. If he can find a publisher, he hopes to expand to pandas, cheetahs and owls. He grew up with animals and is fascinated by what goes on in their minds. Bahou was born in Amman, Jordan, and claims his artistic sensibility draws from the landscapes he was surrounded by while growing up. He says for him its not about capturing a moment but making one, making an image that otherwise would not exist. He says he is inspired by misty mornings, animals, clouds and mountains, but does not see the latter much after moving to Amsterdam. The Animal Soul project has been made into a book and Bahou is raising funds through Kickstarter to get it published.
Few people who live with cherished cats or dogs would dispute that animals have souls, and Robert Bahou’s photographs should convince anyone who looks at them. If you’re ready to introduce a new soul to your family, please consider adopting one of the many dogs and cats that are looking for homes all over Malaysia. You can find their profiles on the nation’s premier adoption portal, http://PetFinder.my.
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