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.
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!
Marjorie is a blogger, award-winning photographer and smartphone moviemaker who loves cats.
Such a cutie- great shots. XO
He looks like such a regal kitty!
What a handsome fellow Valentin is.
Great selfie!
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
Mr Valentin looks like a true charmer ! Purrs
That really is a seriously wonderful selfie!
Wow – that’s an amazing selfie!!!
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That is a very handsome portrait of Mr.Valentin.
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
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