Orangutan art is a unique art category that focuses on these large apes. These unique animals are often depicted in photographs, however, many artists have begun exploring these fascinating animals in modern times. Like many wild animal prints, these works provide insight into the natural behaviors, environments, and structure of orangutan life.
One of the most popular media for depicting these primates is photography. These works sensitively describe familial interactions, as seen in the nature print, 'Orangutan and Baby', as well as these primates enjoying their own silly antics, as portrayed in 'Orangutan-Stretching Out'. These works of monkey photography allow modern audiences to see these majestic creatures as something less wild and far more human than most people would think. Many monkey photographs, such as 'Orangutan-Give Me Shelter' have environmental and humanitarian themes.
