Animals as humans

A funny series of animal portraits was created by Russian photographer Svetlana Valiyskaya from St. Petersburg. Photos with pets in colorful costumes depicting the daily life of people, 27-year-old Svetlana took in her free time from her main job. A hamster lifting weights, a cat reading a newspaper, and her other works cannot but evoke positive emotions.

Svetlana began to acquire her first experience as a photographer from the moment she bought her first camera, and her beloved cat Vasilisa played the role of the first “model”. Now her pictures began to gain more and more popularity not only in Russia, but also abroad.

(Total 12 photos)

1. According to Svetlana, she loves making costumes for pets, including dresses, hats, shirts, and jackets. (© Svetlana Valiyskaya / Mercury Press)

2. But animals can't be dressed for long, so you have to be quick to get a good shot. (© Svetlana Valiyskaya / Mercury Press)

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4. According to her, only one such photo can take a lot of time and effort, but, nevertheless, it is very interesting and exciting for her. (© Svetlana Valiyskaya / Mercury Press)

5. Svetlana: "I still have a lot of ideas that I want to bring to life." (© Svetlana Valiyskaya / Mercury Press)

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10. “I love animals because they are sincere and faithful,” said Svetlana. (© Svetlana Valiyskaya / Mercury Press)

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