These animal sanctuary photos weren't captured in Kenya or Tanzania, but in Vermont. Put together by Minneapolis-based photographer Selena Salfen, the 'Sanctuary' photo series focuses on the VINE Sanctuary, a group that provides a safe haven for animals that escaped or were rescued from the food industries and abusive circumstances such as cockfights.
The animals shown in these animal sanctuary photos were rescued not just from meat farms and illegal settings, but also from experimental science facilities and households bringing up farm animals as if they were regular house pets.
The people working in the sanctuary also have interesting back-stories, many of them having experienced discrimination for a variety of reasons.
Salfen put together the series at a time when she was considering switching to veganism.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Animal Sanctuaries for Rescued Animals
- This trend offers opportunities for businesses that provide safe haven for animals that escaped or were rescued from the food industries and abusive circumstances.
- Documenting Positive Social Impacts
- This trend offers opportunities for photographers and content creators to document organizations contributing to social wellness and advocacy issues.
- Emphasizing Unique Human Experiences
- This trend offers opportunities for businesses to showcase unique stories of individuals working for social good.
Where This Applies
- Social Advocacy and Wellness Industry
- This industry caters to businesses and organizations seeking to promote social wellness and advocacy.
- Animal Welfare Industry
- This industry caters to businesses involved in the prevention of animal abuse and promoting animal welfare.
- Photography Industry
- This industry offers opportunities for photographers to document organizations contributing to social wellness and advocacy issues.
