A greyhound in a cute, cartoonish (chibi) art style is the main subject of this beautiful artwork. The artist’s simple use of volumetric light creates depth and interest, making it feel very intimate and relatable. The background is colorful and artistic, but not overly detailed, allowing the greyhound to remain the focal point. This captivating photo has been professionally color graded, using a soft, studio light, giving it a stylish, trendy feel that has made it popular on Instagram. It’s a fantastic example of ‘ColorART’, where a combination of careful color manipulation and artistic composition come together to create a stunning piece.
13 Ultra detailed refers to the sheer amount of detail in the picture, down to the finest hairs on the greyhound’s ears. The photo also demonstrates epic realistic HDR (High Dynamic Range), making the colours pop off the screen, giving the image a natural, yet highly stylized look. Muted refers to the overall tone of the picture, which is understated and soothing, reducing the harshness of the brightest and darkest parts of the image while still highlighting the detail.
The photo’s blurred background with its 18mm F22 centered image composition lends a professional touch, while also adding to the overall atmosphere of the scene. The majestic location, along with the cluttered environment adds to the intricacy of the photo, making it an eyesore.
The image composition features rim light, which is a light that illuminates the edge of the subject and gives the photo a unique glow, making it stand out from the rest. Lastly, the trending on Instagram refers to the fact that this piece has garnered significant attention and praise from the platform’s large and diverse audience.