# Feathered Models 'Transformation' by Alexandra Zaharova & Ilya Plotnikov Turns Models into Birds By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-02-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexandra-zaharova-ilya-plotnikov References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Transformation/413755) & [dobermanstudio.ru](http://www.dobermanstudio.ru/) When folklore and photography collide, I'm always a fan; 'Transformation' by Alexandra Zaharova and Ilya Plotnikov is one such example. The photo shoot tells a tale of people who are turned into birds, complete with feathered faces and super-sized eggs. Conversely, the raven in the photo shoot becomes a humanlike figure who holds arrows in its enormous beak. After you see more of 'Transformation' by Alexandra Zaharova and Ilya Plotnikov above, keep clicking for other bird-brained features. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Folklore-inspired Photography:** Opportunity to combine traditional stories and folklore with photography to create visually captivating narratives. - **Transformative Imagery:** Potential to explore the concept of transformation through visual representation, blurring the line between reality and fantasy. - **Human-animal Fusion:** Exploration of a hybridization theme that merges human and animal characteristics, sparking discussions about identity and nature. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers and artists to experiment with imaginative concepts and push the boundaries of visual storytelling. - **Fashion:** Space for fashion designers to incorporate animal-inspired elements and create unique and whimsical designs. - **Art and Design:** Platform for artists and designers to explore the intersection of mythology, folklore, and visual aesthetics for innovative creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Pride-Honoring Bird Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pride-birds.md) - [Modernism Birdhouse Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwellings-project.md) - [Bird-Shaped Food Packagings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigbilled-bird-food-concept.md) - [Crow-Shaped Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooded-crow.md) - [Transformative Furniture Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metamorphosis-collection-2.md) - [Transformation-Inspired Design Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-design-objects.md) - [Smart Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feathersnap-hummingbird-feeder.md) - [Carrier Pigeon Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-pigeon.md)