# Culturally Proverbial Portraits This Series Recreates 'The Three Monkeys' Image Using People By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-11-09 | Updated 2015-11-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-three-monkeys References: [boredpanda](http://www.boredpanda.com/the-three-monkeys/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/gaiaimages/?ref=hl) Photographer Alexandre Sattle recreates a famed image -- 'The Three Monkeys' -- in his latest [photo project](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam). The portrait series allowed the artist to travel to various parts of the country in order to recreate the iconic image that silently says "hear no evil, speak no evil, see no evil." This artist was able to capture three individuals making the exact same poses in 12 different locations. This unique series reinterprets the original proverb of The Three Monkeys, which allows the audience to see how universal the message truly is. The portrait series is reflective of Gandhi, who always carried a [sculpture of the monkeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme) with him. There are a variety of interpretations that can be drawn from this series. It is important to note the purpose of these images is to emphasize that the human senses present a commonality, which cannot be reached via language. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Reinterpreted Proverbs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new ways to reinterpret traditional proverbs through visual art forms. - **Universal Messages:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leveraging universal themes and symbols to create impactful visual content that resonates with diverse audiences. - **Non-verbal Communication:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing innovative means of communication that transcend language barriers and foster cross-cultural understanding. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating new technologies and artistic techniques to push the boundaries of traditional photography. - **Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experimenting with unconventional mediums and concepts to challenge traditional artistic norms and stimulate thought-provoking discussions. - **Visual Communication:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating new visual storytelling techniques and platforms that effectively convey messages across different cultures and languages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Traveling Fine Art Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-out-there.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Travel-Inspired Canvas Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-passport-series.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Three-Part Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhinoceros-gallery1.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Artful Custom Mirror Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraits-collection.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md)