Apart from my initial concern for the impact on the animals' eyesight, I have to admit that The Cat Scan presents a compelling concept for contemporary art. Jonny, the creator of this blog, has been scouring the Internet for these sorts of images since October of 2010, because apparently, photocopying pussycats is already a popular practice.
As the website has gradually been acquiring new readers in recent months, people have been contributing their own pictures to the page. Pet owners are asked, "Got a cat? Got a scanner? The choice is clear." By simply sitting your furry friend on the appliance's flatbed and allowing it to move according to its own inclination, anyone can produce these hallucinatory smeared stills fit for a feature on The Cat Scan.
Photocopied Feline Photoblogs
The Cat Scan Collects Digitized Pussycat Paws
Trend Themes
1. DIY Pet Photoblogs - The trend of pet owners creating their own photoblogs using everyday technology presents disruptive innovation opportunities for photo-sharing platforms to cater to this niche market.
2. Digital Art From Unexpected Sources - The trend of using unconventional methods, such as scanning pets, to create digital art offers disruptive innovation opportunities for artists to push the boundaries of creativity and explore new mediums.
3. Crowdsourced Imagery Platforms - The trend of people contributing their own pictures to online platforms showcases disruptive innovation opportunities for photo-sharing platforms to leverage user-generated content and build engaged communities.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - The photography industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by offering specialized tools and features for pet owners to capture and share unique pet-centric photos.
2. Digital Art - The digital art industry has the chance to embrace disruptive innovation by promoting and supporting artists who experiment with unconventional methods, such as scanning pets, to create unique art pieces.
3. Social Media - The social media industry can tap into disruptive innovation opportunities by creating dedicated platforms or features for pet owners to share and connect over their pet-generated content.