# Feline Friend Photography Men & Cats by David Williams Showcases Guys and their Kittens By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-02-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/men-cats References: [laughingsquid](http://laughingsquid.com/men-cats-an-illuminating-photo-series-featuring-the-unbreakable-bond-between-guys-and-their-beloved-felines/) & [davidswilliamsphotography](http://www.davidswilliamsphotography.com/men-cats/) Men & Cats is an endearing [photo series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-mom) by David Williams that aims to combat the stereotype that "real men don't like cats," while also providing opposition to the idea of the 'crazy cat lady.' The charming series offers a window into this world of companionship. The series features portraits of guys with their [feline companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-ownership) photographed in their homes, revealing intimate moments between pet and owner. In this way, the Men & Cats series is a playful jab at [unfair, rigid gender roles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perry-ellis1) that require a lack of emotion from men and suggests the nurturing nature is a feminine quality. Brooklyn-based photographer David Williams started the project in 2009, making it well-timed for current conversations around masculinity and showing weakness. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Breaking Gender Norms for Pet Ownership:** Opportunity to market pet ownership as a bonding experience for all genders. - **Humanizing Pets Through Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to create connections between pets and their owners and showcase them in intimate settings. - **Promoting Acceptance of Unconventional Pet Ownerships:** Opportunity for pet-related industries to cater to unconventional pet owners and challenge unfair stereotyping. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Pet Care Industry:** Opportunity for the pet care industry to encourage pet ownership as a way to bond with others. - **Photography Industry:** Opportunity for photographers to showcase pets as an important part of people's lives. - **Marketing and Advertising Industry:** Opportunity to integrate unconventional pet ownership into campaigns and challenge traditional gender roles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Edition Cat Dad Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-dad-hoodies.md) - [Playful Cat Illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-meow.md) - [Cat-Themed Vday Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuddle-collection.md) - [Cat-Owning Couple Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liveclear-love-clear.md) - [Adoptable Cat App Takeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/date-cats-not-humans.md) - [Redefined Masculinity Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters.md) - [Immersive Cat Lover Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskas-purradise.md) - [DTC Cat Lifestyle Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-person.md) - [AI-Enhanced Pet Adoption Photos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personality-pics.md)