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Photographer faces backlash for painting elephant pink in Jaipur for photoshoot
Foreign photographer faces backlash for painting elephant pink in Jaipur for photoshoot: 'Should’ve just used AI'
Foreign photographer faces backlash for painting elephant pink in Jaipur for photoshoot: 'Should’ve just used AI'
A foreign photographer is being slammed online for painting an elephant pink for a photoshoot.
Updated on: Mar 29, 2026 4:39 PM IST By Bhavya Sukheja Share via Copy link A foreign photographer is facing backlash online after images from her Jaipur photoshootshowed a real elephant painted bright pink. The post has sparked a debate over animal welfare and artistic ethics. (Instagram/@julia.buruleva) Julia Buruleva, who documented the process behind the shoot, shared the video on Instagram, which featured a model and a vividly painted elephant set against Rajasthani architecture. Explaining the concept, Buruleva said that the idea came after spending several weeks in Jaipur. She described elephants as a prominent cultural symbol of Rajasthan and said that she wanted to incorporate one into her work. “I decided on one solid bright pink elephant, the most popular colour in Rajasthan,” she wrote. The photographer also detailed the effort behind the shoot, including scouting locations, navigating permits, and visiting multiple elephant facilities to find one that would cooperate. “Preparation was intense. I visited several elephant farms to find people willing to cooperate. At the farm with the most reasonable manager, I went four times - to show I was serious. Finding the location? Nightmare. Heritage sites, bureaucracy, permits. I took tuk-tuk before dawn, scouting for perfect morning light, streets empty, and a place not listed as protected heritage,” she wrote, adding that the shoot finally took place at an abandoned temple of Lord Ganesha. Buruleva also clarified that the paint used was organic and locally sourced, claiming it was safe and similar to what is used during festivals. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Julia Buruleva (@julia.buruleva) (Also Read: ₹822 grocery order arrives in 29 minutes in Goa">‘UK needs to take notes’: Foreigner amazed as ₹822 grocery order arrives in 29 minutes in Goa)Social media reactions
However, the photoshoot quickly drew criticism online, with many users objecting to using a live animal for artistic purposes. “This is not art, this is pure ANIMAL ABUSE and so not ok to glorify it,” one user wrote. “Using organic colours doesn’t justify the fact that you had to subject an animal to being entirely painted on their body for your art. Elephants have very porous skin and are highly sensitive . As an artist surely you could find / imagine / curate better imagery without having to subject an animal to hours to make up for the benefit of your portfolio or photograph them without having them have extensive MU . You could have easily done this in AI,” commented another. “Creative freedom is not a free pass for irresponsible expression. This is just a very bad judgement call on your part. Turning an elephant into a pink prop for aesthetics is deeply inappropriate, both ethically and culturally. Whether intentional or not, content like this normalizes using animals as decorative objects and encourages others to push similar lines for attention. Using an animal this way sets a troubling example of what people will justify in the name of creativity. On top of that, you mention Lord Ganesh.. clearly, you have misunderstood the culture. And a city like Jaipur, doesn't need this kind of manufactured shock value. What a weak and dishonourable representation of the city,” wrote a third user. “Strange how the elephant has to suffer so the photos can look beautiful. Should’ve just used AI and saved the poor animal the stress,” said another. HT.com has reached out to Julia Buruleva for a statement. The article will be updated once a response is received. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Bhavya Sukheja Bhavya Sukheja is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over 6 years of experience in digital journalism. She specialises in covering stories that reflect everyday human experiences, with a focus on viral videos, social media trends, and human-interest features that inform readers while sparking meaningful conversations. She loves chasing page views and finding stories that tug at readers’ heartstrings. Known for her strong news sense, Bhavya has a keen ability to spot emerging trends and craft angles that transform viral moments into impactful narratives. Her coverage spans pop culture, entertainment, global affairs, and the internet’s most talked-about topics, helping readers better understand the context behind what is trending online. Before joining Hindustan Times, Bhavya worked with Republic World and NDTV, where she developed her skills in real-time reporting and digital storytelling. Working in fast-paced newsrooms helped her build an editorial approach that prioritises accuracy, clarity, and audience engagement. Bhavya is driven by a curiosity about how people communicate and connect in the digital age. She is particularly interested in stories that highlight cultural shifts, shared emotions, and the evolving nature of online conversations. When she is not tracking trends or producing stories, Bhavya enjoys unplugging and spending time with her cat.Read More Elephant Jaipur Foreigner Viral Video Photographer Get Latest Updates on Trending News Viral News, Video, Photos and Weather Updates of India and around the world News / Trending / Foreign Photographer Faces Backlash For Painting Elephant Pink In Jaipur For Photoshoot: 'Should’ve Just Used AI' See LessA foreign photographer is facing backlash online after images from her Jaipur photoshootshowed a real elephant painted bright pink.
Julia Buruleva, who documented the process behind the shoot, shared the video on Instagram, which featured a model and a vividly painted elephant set against Rajasthani architecture. Explaining the concept, Buruleva said that the idea came after spending several weeks in Jaipur. She described elephants as a prominent cultural symbol of Rajasthan and said that she wanted to incorporate one into her work. “I decided on one solid bright pink elephant, the most popular colour in Rajasthan,” she wrote.
The photographer also detailed the effort behind the shoot, including scouting locations, navigating permits, and visiting multiple elephant facilities to find one that would cooperate. “Preparation was intense. I visited several elephant farms to find people willing to cooperate. At the farm with the most reasonable manager, I went four times - to show I was serious. Finding the location? Nightmare. Heritage sites, bureaucracy, permits. I took tuk-tuk before dawn, scouting for perfect morning light, streets empty, and a place not listed as protected heritage,” she wrote, adding that the shoot finally took place at an abandoned temple of Lord Ganesha.
Buruleva also clarified that the paint used was organic and locally sourced, claiming it was safe and similar to what is used during festivals.
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“This is not art, this is pure ANIMAL ABUSE and so not ok to glorify it,” one user wrote.
“Using organic colours doesn’t justify the fact that you had to subject an animal to being entirely painted on their body for your art. Elephants have very porous skin and are highly sensitive . As an artist surely you could find / imagine / curate better imagery without having to subject an animal to hours to make up for the benefit of your portfolio or photograph them without having them have extensive MU . You could have easily done this in AI,” commented another.
“Creative freedom is not a free pass for irresponsible expression. This is just a very bad judgement call on your part. Turning an elephant into a pink prop for aesthetics is deeply inappropriate, both ethically and culturally. Whether intentional or not, content like this normalizes using animals as decorative objects and encourages others to push similar lines for attention. Using an animal this way sets a troubling example of what people will justify in the name of creativity. On top of that, you mention Lord Ganesh.. clearly, you have misunderstood the culture. And a city like Jaipur, doesn't need this kind of manufactured shock value. What a weak and dishonourable representation of the city,” wrote a third user.
“Strange how the elephant has to suffer so the photos can look beautiful. Should’ve just used AI and saved the poor animal the stress,” said another.
HT.com has reached out to Julia Buruleva for a statement. The article will be updated once a response is received.
Source: HindustanTimes
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