Introduction
In France, 61% of people own a pet — about 75 million animals — making it the country with the most pets in Europe. In Hong Kong, the
emotional and economic interest in pets among couples has grown so much that pets may soon outnumber young children in households. To ensure
their well-being, both countries have developed complete health protocols: insurance, microchips, smart collars, and pet-sitting services,
supported by technologies dedicated to monitoring these companions. Cities have also adapted, creating parks and activity areas
for them.
These customizable and adoptable animals now occupy a central place in society and attract major attention from the pet industry.
The implantation of microchips in France and animal identity cards in Hong Kong illustrate this evolution.
From this shared context, I created the Pop-pet series — imaginary animals drawn or painted in soft, transparent tones,
symbolizing emotional bonds and attachment. The project includes small-format “identity portraits” echoing pet ID cards and large-format
works representing the growing presence of pets in cities. A participatory element invites visitors to draw their own Pop-pet,
contributing to a collective artwork.
