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HOME » Quick Tips for Cat Closeup Photos

Quick Tips for Cat Closeup Photos

27/09/2020 by Marjorie Dawson 11 Comments

Today’s portrait is of one of the newest cats at my favourite cat cafe Neko Ngeru, in Petone, New Zealand. He has not been around long but has made a big impact.

Are you ready for your closeup shot Mr Valentin?

Of course, he is, just look at that pose. I was able to get reasonably close with my DSLR then zoom a tiny bit more.

I made a few small adjustments using Affinity Photo. I dodged his right eye a small amount and gently lightened the fur around his face.

Ready for Your Closeup Shot Mr Valentin? Superb long haired kitten in New Zealand.
© DashKitten.com ‘Valentin’

As well as being a beautiful long haired young gentleman, he is playful and patient with customers. He allows petting and cuddling and loves it when everyone takes his picture, not just me!

  • NOTE: Dodge and Burn techniques are covered here. They are fun and can make a big difference to your photos.

Heads up: I created a promotion cat cafe movie for the school holidays here in Middle Earth! I had a lot of fun with some simple cat cafe shots.

Why don’t you try making a movie with my tips here?

  • I created a lovely cat close-up here too!
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Meet Marjorie, Writer and Photographer

Portrait by a window with teddy bears Taken with a smartphone.Marjorie is a cat lover, photographer and smartphone moviemaker who loves sharing her knowledge with learners.

Marjorie is a Cat Writers’ Association Professional member, CWA Muse® Medallion and Certificate Winner, and winner of the CWA Kuykendall Image Award for her photography.

 

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  1. Ellen Pilch says

    28/09/2020 at 1:21 pm

    Such a cutie- great shots. XO

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  2. Melissa & Mudpie says

    28/09/2020 at 10:59 am

    He looks like such a regal kitty!

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  3. The Island Cats says

    28/09/2020 at 9:56 am

    What a handsome fellow Valentin is.

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  4. Athena and Marie says

    28/09/2020 at 9:53 am

    Great selfie!

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  5. Timmy Tomcat says

    28/09/2020 at 5:56 am

    That is just a wonderful selfie of Mr Valentin and thanks so much for thinking of our Rumpy Bump. It helps more than you know

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  6. The Swiss Cats says

    28/09/2020 at 2:17 am

    Mr Valentin looks like a true charmer ! Purrs

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  7. Brian Frum says

    28/09/2020 at 2:08 am

    That really is a seriously wonderful selfie!

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  8. The Florida Furkids says

    28/09/2020 at 1:33 am

    Wow – that’s an amazing selfie!!!

    The Florida Furkids

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  9. Memories of Eric and Flynn says

    27/09/2020 at 9:19 pm

    That is a very handsome portrait of Mr.Valentin.

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  10. meowmeowmans says

    27/09/2020 at 5:09 pm

    Mr. Valentin sure is handsome. And he most certainly does know his way around a close-up. 🙂

    Looking forward to seeing your cat cafe video, Marjorie!

    XO

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  11. BellaDharma an LadyMew says

    27/09/2020 at 2:14 pm

    Mee-yow wow Mistur Valentin iss furry hansum…a reel Kitty girl’ss dreem man cat!!
    Miss Marjorie yore furabuluss with yore cammyra!!
    **purrss** BellaDharma

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