Recent research showcases that horses, often seen as creatures responding solely to immediate stimuli, actually possess the ability to think ahead and plan their actions, indicating a depth to their cognitive abilities that was previously underestimated.
Michel Vanden Eeckhoudt's photography often prompts viewers to reflect on the inner lives of animals, with his serene portrayal of a languorous horse representing a stark contrast to more harrowing snapshots of other animals in distress, illustrating the range of experiences in the animal kingdom.
His earlier works, focused on migrant lives, transferred a deep empathy into 'Zoologies', where he captured the essence of animals in captivity, highlighting their emotional struggles and complex lives, which further established his unique connection with animal subjects.
The new exhibition of Vanden Eeckhoudt's work pays homage to his legacy, featuring a selection of his poignant animal portraits and events that showcase the duality of joy and sorrow within the natural world, seen clearly in his lazing horse.
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