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My kitty, Ling



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17 Comments | Report
JDLifeshots
 
JDLifeshots October 21, 2014
Great capture!
ritafayeadams
ritafayeadams November 19, 2014
thank you-your comment is appreciated:-)
carolhagood
 
carolhagood October 22, 2014
Love how you captured this beautiful cat!
ritafayeadams
ritafayeadams November 19, 2014
thank you-your comment is appreciated:-)
tjambga
 
tjambga October 27, 2014
LOVE the pose! Great depth of field, focus and details.
ritafayeadams
ritafayeadams November 19, 2014
thank you-your comment is appreciated:-)
whitedeer PRO
 
whitedeer October 31, 2014
this is so cute great shot :)
ritafayeadams
ritafayeadams November 19, 2014
Thank you!
IsabellaD Premium
 
IsabellaD November 15, 2014
Great capture !!
ritafayeadams
ritafayeadams November 19, 2014
Thank you!
ovosphotography
 
ovosphotography November 30, 2014
like it!
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njkerosky December 05, 2014
Cute!!! Please check out my new challenge: http://www.viewbug.com/challenge/i-love-cats-photo-challenge-by-njkerosky
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njkerosky December 05, 2014
Cute!!! Please check out my new challenge: http://www.viewbug.com/challenge/i-love-cats-photo-challenge-by-njkerosky
omninsurance PRO
 
omninsurance December 10, 2014
I could be wrong but I think you just might like cats. One of many great kitty shots. Nice.
kellycoventry
 
kellycoventry June 24, 2015
Lovely! Congratulations!
ChristyLea
 
ChristyLea July 08, 2015
Those eyes so beautiful!
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3Drafael July 11, 2015
:3
Love it!
laurenkaymyers
 
laurenkaymyers July 20, 2015
What a cool photo!
SRunningM
 
SRunningM August 25, 2015
This phototure captures his personality. Beautiful shot. Thank you for your recent award on the phototure of my cat. It means a lot.
Flosno
 
Flosno May 18, 2016
Love this image.....thankyou for entering the challenge
Beegirl
 
Beegirl October 14, 2016
Beautifully captured
catherinethompson PRO+
 
catherinethompson July 19, 2017
Love your perspective.
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Behind The Lens

Location

I captured this shot while sitting on the ground outside my horse stable. Several of the stable cats followed me and began to climb on the nearby split rail fence. Ling was newly adopted and didn't socialize well with the other inhabitants.. Being somewhat aloof, she perched on one of the rails and began to settle.

Time

It was late afternoon and the sun was beginning to fade when I got this soulful shot.

Lighting

Outdoor, fading daylight. No flash.

Equipment

At the time I took this photo, I was using a Pentax !st. DSL. I had a tripod with me, but can't remember if I used it. I'm thinking from the front view angle, that I hand held to capture this pose.

Inspiration

Ling inspired me to take this photo! . She captivated me with her soulful, dreamy eyes

Editing

Originally, there was no post-processing on this photo. I have two versions in my gallery. One of them has no post-processing, the other, I used the HD effects on ViewBug.

In my camera bag

Currently, I have a Canon 50D, Canon lens, Ultrasonic, 28-135mm,; Canon lens, Ultrasonic, 70-300mm; Speedlight 430EXII; Promaster filters, 72mm, +1,+2,+4.. I also carry a tripod.

Feedback

Cats are wonderful subjects to photograph! They know how to relax! Cats will hold a pose for some time, after THEY have decided on one! Just be patient. Acquaint your cat with the camera. Begin by snapping lots of shots not directed at the cat, slowly progressing to looking at the cat. I take a lot of photographs of birds through my windows, so my cats don't worry when I point the camera at them . I've even taken photos of cats sitting in my lap. An example of this is the lucky shot of Angus with the amazing orange eyes. I've also had good luck with studio lights. Having an assistant can be a valuable tool. I have a good friend who has helped me with shelter pet photos and I often credit her for getting the best shots. Lastly, and some may disagree, but I believe it helps to really like the subjects you are photographing.

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