Facade cat

Facade cat
2025. Street scene with a cat, Sofia (Bulgaria). Author: K. Baltadziev © Kukuryak

Facade cat

In addition to pets, we at Kukuryak also care for stray animals. For example, on this quiet street, Christmas decorations create a festive and cozy atmosphere, while a cat sits alone on the grass on the sidewalk, observing the world around it. This small detail changes the entire perception of the frame. According to Krassi, the cat becomes a symbol of the future warning that one day only animals may remain in the country. The cat embodies independence and the ability to survive even in an abandoned environment, but also loneliness. While the festive decorations create an illusion of life and prosperity, the reality remains quiet and empty of people. The contrast between the lights and the presence of the cat suggests depopulation and neglect. For Krassi, this is a metaphor for a society that decorates its facade but neglects human presence and its future.