by Editor Jane Lyons 
Edited and published by Yvette Depaepe, the 13^th of March 2026

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.”   ~Anatole France~

The 1x archives offer a treasure trove of rare and profound moments, revealing the intimate and poignant connections between humans and animals. The connection in these photographs is not staged or symbolic, but revealed through emotion, proximity and the quiet negotiation of shared space.

For photographers, the ability to witness and capture such genuine physical and emotional interactions is a gift — one that many of us are always searching for, never knowing when or where it will present itself. 

“True Love” by Carola Kayen-Mouthaan

“share sorrow” by Gilcan Mete

“Communicate” by Khoshro Creative Art Solution

“When All I Have Left To Give Is Love” by Ray Clark

“best friends” by Carola Kayen-Mouthaan

Connection is not formed through gestures alone, but through sustained presence. It develops when two people remain attentive to each other, responding not to commands, but to recognition.

“Bond” by Antonio Grambone 

“The Mad Hatter” by Kate Weber 

“Off to the Races” by Jae

untitled by by Carlos Lopes Franco 

“Yulia” by Anna

“Pure Love” by Iacob Anca 

“Communion” by Jean-Paul Boulinguet

“Friend ..” by Jeerasak Chaisongmuang

These photographs transcend the roles of usefulness and care. They reveal relationships that are not defined by purpose, but by coexistence — moments when simply being together is enough. 

“Peaceful” by Fahmi Bhs 

“Interaction” by Marco Pozzi 

“Farmyard” by Derek Zhang

“Command your spirit, it will take you high…” by Charlaine Gerber

“Compassion&Friendship” by Mahmut Özdemir

Connection requires a willingness to stay open. During these encounters, vulnerability is mutual and trust is maintained by exercising restraint rather than control.

“…puppy love…” by Charlaine Gerber

“Love” by Mihnea Turcu

“Transcendent Love” by Irene Wu

Untitled by Carlos Lopes Franco

“Eagle Trainers” by Mustafa Sahin

"New gen. Eagle Hunter, Mongolia’ by saravut whanset

“ana and the little cat” by Angelo Gabriele Mazzola

“You cannot share your life in a meaningful way with any animals such as a dog, cat, rabbit, bird, rat, pig, horse and so many more and not know that we are not the only sentient and sapient beings on the planet.”  ~Jane Goodall~

“Vivie” by Jane Lyons