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# Gorilla Masked Models
The Bronx Zoo Drawing Classes

By Cowbag | Published 2008-11-02 | Unique
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-gorilla-mask-ladies-subversive-life-drawing-classes
References: [urlesque](http://www.urlesque.com/2008/10/28/girls-gone-wild-kingdom/)

This is most strange.

Every Saturday, La Cita Bar in Los Angeles hosts an [ongoing event](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/live-art-creation) called, â€œThe Bronx Zoo.â€ Here you get to drink, express yourself and see [naked ladies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks) all in one package.

All are invited to sketch nearly nude female models who protect their modesty with [gorilla masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masquerade-mask-1). The resulting drawings will be displayed at Ghettogloss for three weeks beginning November 14.

Brilliant, I LOVE it :-)

[See the video here.](http://www.latimes.com/video/?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=2808211)

**Implications** - "The Bronx Zoo" drawing classes are definitely a unique event that does not occur all the time. The masks on the nude female models work to challenge what the viewer thinks about female nudity. What are your thoughts on this very peculiar piece?

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.8/10
- Popularity: 54% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Artistic Expression Events:** Organizing events where participants can drink and engage in artistic expression, such as drawing classes, can create unique and memorable experiences.
- **Provocative Marketing Strategies:** Using unconventional and provocative elements, such as gorilla masks on nude models, can capture attention and challenge societal norms for promotional purposes.
- **Interactive Art Exhibitions:** Curating exhibitions that showcase drawings created in unique drawing classes, like 'The Bronx Zoo,' can attract visitors and spark conversations about art and self-expression.

### Where This Applies

- **Event Planning:** Event planning companies can explore the concept of organizing drawing classes and other artistic expression events to create innovative and engaging experiences for participants.
- **Advertising and Marketing:** Advertising and marketing agencies can leverage provocative marketing strategies, like using gorilla masks on models, to create buzz and generate attention for their clients.
- **Art and Gallery:** Art galleries and exhibition spaces can collaborate with drawing classes like 'The Bronx Zoo' to showcase the resulting artworks in interactive and thought-provoking exhibitions.

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