Sophie Gamand is the photographer behind "Flower Power: Pit Bulls of the Revolution," a photo series that showcases more than 150 bull-breed dogs in shelters. Working on the project has taught Gamand all about the struggles and myths surrounding pit bulls and has made her determined to use art to rouse change. "America euthanizes upward of 1,000,000 pit bulls every year," Gamand explained, according to Striking Paws, and she wants to help stop this horrible reality.

Gamand has done her research and hung out with pit bulls of all kinds. She's realized that the prejudice we have against them is irrational and wrong. "Pit bull-type dogs are like any other dogs: they need proper care, training and socialization. Unfortunately, because of their bad image, they have the false reputation of being more dangerous than other dogs, hence attracting irresponsible primary owners who are looking for a 'scary dog.' Pit bulls' downfall is to be exactly the way we created them: strong and loyal. With this series, I wonder if art is a tool powerful enough it can change pit bulls' fate," she explains on her website.

Despite her own childhood fear of dogs, Gamand pushed through and learned all about the joy and love that dogs can bring. "This project was a way to get to know [pit bulls] better. The first time I tied a flower crown around a pit bull's head, at a local shelter, I thought for sure I would get bit or something terrible would happen. But she just sat there, looking at me with deep, soulful eyes. There was so much depth and wisdom in her face. I knew the series had found a meaning that went beyond what I had anticipated," Gamand said, according to Hello Giggles.

Gamand added that her photo series shows the dogs wearing flower crowns to give the pictures a "softer energy." "I wish for this series to challenge the way we look at pit bulls, and ultimately the way we treat them," the photographer said on her website. "The flowers symbolizes the ephemeral quality of life, reminding us that these creatures are fragile and precious."

She keeps a list of all 150-plus pit bulls that she's photographed and whether or not they've been adopted. You can peruse the list on her website.