Royal Flush -Diamonds (Pastel-Blue), 1998

William Wegman (b. 1943, USA) is an American artist best known for his whimsical and innovative photography featuring Weimaraner dogs, particularly his iconic dog, Man Ray. Wegman’s work blends humor, surrealism, and a keen sense of visual storytelling, often dressing his dogs in human clothing or placing them in absurd scenarios that challenge traditional notions of portraiture and animal imagery. Although initially trained as a painter, Wegman gained international fame through his playful, yet sophisticated photographs and videos of his Weimaraners, which have become a significant part of contemporary art. His work is celebrated for its creativity and ability to blur the lines between fine art, commercial photography, and popular culture. Wegman’s photographs have been exhibited in major museums worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris, making him a beloved and influential figure in the art world.  (Artist website)