Known for cleverly highlighting the unique bond between dogs and their humans, Gerrard Gethings brings a fun twist by pairing dogs with unrelated humans who strikingly resemble them, resulting in a series of portraits full of charm and humor.
- 25 dogs and non-owner humans matched by physical resemblance
- Creative styling and thoughtful posing enhance similarities
- Project inspired a memory card game for families and communities
What happened
Gerrard Gethings embarked on a unique photographic project to find human lookalikes for 25 different dogs, focusing on distinctive features like hair texture, color, and expressions. Using social media and personal encounters in public places such as parks and buses, he recruited individuals who bore striking similarities to specific dogs he had photographed.
Once matches were identified, Gethings styled the humans and posed them alongside their canine counterparts to highlight the likeness. Some photos feature clever details like matching a dog's blue tongue with a person enjoying a blue slushie, adding to the humorous and convincing effect of the portraits.
Why it feels good
These portraits tap into the joyful and often remarked-upon idea that dogs and their owners look alike, even when the humans and dogs in this series aren’t actually connected. The images spread lighthearted amusement and celebrate the playful connection people often feel with their pets—or with animals in general.
Moreover, the project has a social and interactive element, as it inspired a memory card game called Do You Look Like Your Dog? Players engage by matching the pairs, making the experience enjoyable for families and communities looking to share smiles and bonding moments.
What to enjoy or watch next
To see more of Gerrard Gethings’ whimsical and expertly crafted portraits, visit his website for a deeper peek at his work. The portraits reveal how with a bit of creative styling and thoughtful photography, the bonds between humans and dogs can be visually celebrated in refreshingly fun ways.
Fans of visual storytelling and dog lovers alike can indulge in the Do You Look Like Your Dog? card game, which offers a chance to enjoy matching faces in a family-friendly format. Meanwhile, keep an eye out in everyday life—you might just spot a friend, stranger, or even yourself with a serendipitous canine doppelgänger.