Have you ever looked at a person walking their dog and noticed how similar they looked to one another? It turns out a lot of animals share some similarities with humans—and one artist has brought this idea to life by imagining how animals might look as people in her artwork.
“I was captivated by the uncanny similarities between humans and their pets. It sparked an idea, and I started sketching a series inspired by these resemblances, having so much fun with it. Earlier this year that fascination lingered, so I decided to take it further and create human characters based on the personality and traits of animals,” Connie Kang said to Bored Panda.
But just how does she come up with the personification of so many animals? “I focus on highlighting the unique quirks and charm of both the animal and the human they’re inspired by. For example, a photo of an angry owl strutting might give me a strong mafia vibe. That led me to design a mafia boss character inspired by Al Pacino in The Godfather. I carefully emphasize traits that bring out humor and authenticity, creating a connection between the animal’s personality and the human interpretation,” Kang explained.
Kang takes the fur, scales, and feathers of animals and turns them into the clothing their human counterpart wears. After all, Kang says, humans have always been inspired by animals anyway.
“Fashion is a vital part of the storytelling in my work. The clothing reflects the character’s personality while staying true to the animal’s energy. For instance, if an animal exudes sleek elegance, the human counterpart might wear something retro and chic… Additionally, I draw heavily from the natural patterns and colors of animals themselves,” she told Bored Panda.
Check out Kang’s incredibly creative and humorous works—we guarantee you’ll love them all.
