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Trending: Photo Shoot of a Pink Elephant Stirs Controversy

Lots of people have been talking about a viral photo of a captive elephant that had been painted pink, and many are not amused because the elephant later died. Indian authorities launched an investigation after images of the elephant painted in a bright hue for a photoshoot in Jaipur caused criticism across social media. "While some users praised the aesthetic appeal and creativity of the shoot, a far larger section of the internet expressed concern over the treatment of the elephant," noted NDTV. Recently, Julia Buruleva, the photographer behind the picture, told WWD the photoshoot was part of an ongoing art project.

The DART Board: 05.20.2026

  Wednesday, May 20, 6-8pm: Guy Billout | Quiet Catastrophes at Philippe Lebaune  Philippe Labaune Gallery is pleased to present Quiet Catastrophes, a comprehensive solo exhibition celebrating the work of acclaimed illustrator Guy Billout. The exhibition brings together original drawings and editorial works spanning Billout’s career. This collection highlights Billout’s decades- long influence on American and European editorial illustration, while simultaneously showcasin...