Following up on my last post.
Going by the American Cavy Breeders Association or the Australian National Cavy Council Inc, Wiggley though sporting a crest on his head, is not considered to be crested. He has too many colours (not his fault)! Wiggley would be called a tri-colour or broken colour cavy because his coat has three colours.
It's complicated. I'm no guinea pig breeder so I'm not concerned about the standards.
I love this little guy the same. To me, he's one special guinea pig with a crest on his head — like he's wearing a crown. Did I mention also that I see a bald spot coming up... poor old little thing.
So, for those who haven't thought about it — what close-up part of your furball do you like to see?
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Crazy over guinea pig derriere
I like making images of close-ups that don't lose the context of the subject. By that I mean my intention is to showcase the subject in an aesthetic way so that it is still recognisable in an non-abstract way. Nor do I require a macro lens for this to be effective. This is why I normally photograph in a documentary style — to show details without losing too much of the context.
I like this vantage point. Perhaps I'm bias. Wiggley is my pet (although he thinks he owns me) so I love every millimetre of him, including his sizeable derriere!
Summer is here and he's shedding his Winter coat.
More of him to come.
So tell me — what close-ups of your furball do you like looking at?
I like this vantage point. Perhaps I'm bias. Wiggley is my pet (although he thinks he owns me) so I love every millimetre of him, including his sizeable derriere!
Summer is here and he's shedding his Winter coat.
More of him to come.
So tell me — what close-ups of your furball do you like looking at?
Thursday, November 25, 2010
My other boy
I'm pretty sure Mr Big sleeps a lot more than other cats. You guessed it, his daily routine, well, is quite simple. Wakes up only at the sound of us making breakfast. Goes back to sleep. Wakes up only at the sound of dinner. Goes back to sleep. And the routine repeats itself. Ok, maybe in between all that he ventures out into the garden but only for a little while. I can't imagine other cats leaving him messages. He has no social life. He's the complete opposite of PF.
His black paws used to be soft and smooth, now they show signs of stress and wear.
I'm not complaining. I get to photograph him sleeping as much as I want.
(which is also why Mr Big hardly appears on my blog — how many pictures of a certain sleeping cat can you have?)
And he sleeps — ever so soundly and peacefully.
{ ISO 320 | f/2.8 | 1/20 }
His black paws used to be soft and smooth, now they show signs of stress and wear.
I'm not complaining. I get to photograph him sleeping as much as I want.
(which is also why Mr Big hardly appears on my blog — how many pictures of a certain sleeping cat can you have?)
And he sleeps — ever so soundly and peacefully.
{ ISO 320 | f/2.8 | 1/20 }
Monday, November 22, 2010
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Atypical cat
Yet another overcast-cool Spring-Summer day today. I just love the crisp light but a certain cat PF, doesn't seem impressed. His expression is classic.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Apple and the boys
The boys have been especially good lately, I'm speaking of the guinea pigs (not the cats). I rewarded them each with an apple.
(I'm speaking about the fruit, not Apple computing. And I don't normally give them each a whole apple — usually I de-core: the seeds are not good for them).
Oh yes, they each can eat an apple no problem.
I’m liking the after rain late Spring afternoon light.
(I'm speaking about the fruit, not Apple computing. And I don't normally give them each a whole apple — usually I de-core: the seeds are not good for them).
Oh yes, they each can eat an apple no problem.
I’m liking the after rain late Spring afternoon light.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Festival fever
Spring in Sydney is usually a busy time with festivals, fairs, fetes, etc.
Last weekend, we checked out the Newtown Festival &mdash an annual event held by the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre for more than 30 years.
I love heading out to community events like these and documenting the experience from a spectator's point of view; something fun to do in my 'spare' time. The style is very different from hire sessions.
It sure was a hot Spring morning when we got there, not to mention the crowd — people and dogs about.
There are definitely lots of things to see, to buy and to do — performances to watch, pony rides.
Soap for dog — anyone?
It's important to locate the public toilets.
I had to try a potato on a stick, chilli flavour and man, it was super hot even for my standard!
Watching these kids (and adults) having fun brought back my childhood memories.
Last weekend, we checked out the Newtown Festival &mdash an annual event held by the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre for more than 30 years.
I love heading out to community events like these and documenting the experience from a spectator's point of view; something fun to do in my 'spare' time. The style is very different from hire sessions.
It sure was a hot Spring morning when we got there, not to mention the crowd — people and dogs about.
There are definitely lots of things to see, to buy and to do — performances to watch, pony rides.
Soap for dog — anyone?
It's important to locate the public toilets.
I had to try a potato on a stick, chilli flavour and man, it was super hot even for my standard!
Watching these kids (and adults) having fun brought back my childhood memories.
Monday, November 8, 2010
Go Bandit, Go!
I knew Bandit's good looks would get him places!
His Cheesy portrait was featured on Redbubble's group "In Dogs We Trust".
Bandit was rescued by AWDRI and is now available for adoption.
You can help find Bandit a new home before Christmas — grab a couple of greeting cards, post cards — get 15% discount using this promotion code "twoguineapigs_is_on_sale_9431" (offer ends this Sunday, 14 November).
Proceeds from sales of artwork of working dogs I photographed for rehoming through the AWDRI featured on my redbubble page will go to the AWDRI in helping these dogs find a new home.
His Cheesy portrait was featured on Redbubble's group "In Dogs We Trust".
Bandit was rescued by AWDRI and is now available for adoption.
You can help find Bandit a new home before Christmas — grab a couple of greeting cards, post cards — get 15% discount using this promotion code "twoguineapigs_is_on_sale_9431" (offer ends this Sunday, 14 November).
Proceeds from sales of artwork of working dogs I photographed for rehoming through the AWDRI featured on my redbubble page will go to the AWDRI in helping these dogs find a new home.
Friday, November 5, 2010
The many faces
One of my two black cats has many faces — a pet photographer's delight. Well, his facial expressions are more obvious than the other's.
This is PF. He's one cat I know who drools {A LOT}.
And yawns excessively.
The last frame reminded me of how you normally see Amine kittens being drawn — rounded head, rounded mouth wide open, ears to the back.
Technical specs:
1/100 | f/2.8 | ISO 250 | 8.0 fps to capture these in between moments
This is PF. He's one cat I know who drools {A LOT}.
And yawns excessively.
The last frame reminded me of how you normally see Amine kittens being drawn — rounded head, rounded mouth wide open, ears to the back.
Technical specs:
1/100 | f/2.8 | ISO 250 | 8.0 fps to capture these in between moments
Monday, November 1, 2010
Take me home
We met and greeted a couple of new faces and visited a few old friends this morning. It's amazing to see the change in some of these dogs; Bandit especially has matured quite a lot in the last 5 to 6 months. Just shows that photography captures the time and the moment — dogs like people do change over time.
These AWDRI guys are currently boarding at the Solar Lodge Boarding Kennels & Cattery before being transported to their foster carer or their new home.
It was cloudy and the sky was threatening to rain, not to mention it was warm and humid. But everyone braved the Summer-like heat for their portraits.
Sure was a day of red (+ 1 white with black polka dots) speckled dogs!
Bandit {AWDRI profile}
boy • 1 year • cattle dog x • speckled
Bandit and I first met in May this year. I really hope he finds a good home soon — he's really sweet, this one.
He's focused, quick to learn and sharp — not to mention well-mannered.
If not for our cats, I would take Bandit home — he's a photographer's delight!
Patch {AWDRI profile PCC540}
boy • 1 year • cattle dog x • red
We first met Patch in June this year. He is one dog that loves his treats - still!
Freckles {AWDRI profiles}
boy • 2 years • cattle dog • speckled red
friendly | active | affectionate | intelligent
This guy is smart, he figured out why he was given treats pretty quickly.
Rebel {AWDRI profile}
boy • ? years • stumpy tail cattle dog • red
Rocco {AWDRI profile}
boy • ? years • stumpy tail cattle dog • red
This guy wouldn't give a hug a miss!
And he's got the shortest stumpy tail ever!
These AWDRI guys are currently boarding at the Solar Lodge Boarding Kennels & Cattery before being transported to their foster carer or their new home.
It was cloudy and the sky was threatening to rain, not to mention it was warm and humid. But everyone braved the Summer-like heat for their portraits.
Sure was a day of red (+ 1 white with black polka dots) speckled dogs!
Bandit {AWDRI profile}
boy • 1 year • cattle dog x • speckled
Bandit and I first met in May this year. I really hope he finds a good home soon — he's really sweet, this one.
He's focused, quick to learn and sharp — not to mention well-mannered.
If not for our cats, I would take Bandit home — he's a photographer's delight!
Patch {AWDRI profile PCC540}
boy • 1 year • cattle dog x • red
Freckles {AWDRI profiles}
boy • 2 years • cattle dog • speckled red
friendly | active | affectionate | intelligent
This guy is smart, he figured out why he was given treats pretty quickly.
Rebel {AWDRI profile}
boy • ? years • stumpy tail cattle dog • red
We met Rebel in June this year. He's one sweet dog who just can't stop giggling when tickled!
He may be little but he thinks he's a big dog; filled with spirit. We missed his cuddles (and his stumpy tail!)
He may be little but he thinks he's a big dog; filled with spirit. We missed his cuddles (and his stumpy tail!)
Rocco {AWDRI profile}
boy • ? years • stumpy tail cattle dog • red
friendly | active | strong
This guy wouldn't give a hug a miss!
And he's got the shortest stumpy tail ever!
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