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natural backlight
 
taken with Panasonic Lumic FZ-50...before the new Nikon!

This is my faithful friend and "poser" Riley   :)

 

He sits at my feet while I am on the computer,warming himself in the morning light streaming in the window on a cool morning

here in our "temporary" home.

 

We should be moving to our new house in about 3 weeks.

 

Riley will be so happy to once again have a big screened in pool and patio, where he can watch the birds, butterflies, and see all the new things in his new home!     :)

 

He is a willing subject to have his portrait done!

I just caught him as he was staring up at me   :)

 

I love the triangle of light on his nose, and how the light makes him all aglow.

 
COMMENTS
Hollyridger said at 8:51 p.m. on Dec 27, 2008:
This is a superb photo, Deb! Riley is such a handsome cat. Happy New Year!
Cowgirl said at 8:53 p.m. on Dec 27, 2008:
this is so sweet . great color and the light is so cool this would make a great screensaver.....
Debdog said at 9:01 p.m. on Dec 27, 2008:
thanks Noreen! Happy New year to you as well!
YorkJodi said at 9:11 p.m. on Dec 27, 2008:
WOW... Deb... awesome photo... just beautiful... Happy New Year!!
Debdog said at 9:13 p.m. on Dec 27, 2008:
happy new year to you too Jodi!!!!!!
Fabio_DL said at 9:15 p.m. on Dec 27, 2008:
Wonderful picture, Deb! And he is so nice! Moving to the new and spacious home - what a way to start 2009! Congratulations and the very best in the new year! Fabio
DanMan said at 10:28 p.m. on Dec 27, 2008:
Lovely kitty!
Debdog said at 10:36 p.m. on Dec 27, 2008:
thanks!!:)
Saulblum said at 11:40 p.m. on Dec 27, 2008:
Great light and close-up. Happy New Year!
Welshchick said at 1:48 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
A natural beauty with adoration showing in his eyes...RILEY CAT you are Precious!
Sirnicolay said at 3:04 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
Beautiful cat, Deb!
L810th said at 3:44 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
The lighting is superb Deb. I will always choose backlighting for the rim lit affect especially in portraiture and this will tend to darken the background perfectly. Riley is getting a strong fill-in reflection from a bright source, probably your bright clothes and that is what makes the photo so cool(warm). Your choice of angled face fills the frame and concentrates the attention perfectly without any distractions. Those few lines of shadow extend the banding of Riley's coat and almost give him a scarf or braces like effect LOL that does not take from the overall image, I am not a cat lover but this shot is soooo good. Mike.
21-gramm said at 5:42 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
beautiful sweet lights, Debbie! Молодец!
AdSR said at 6:36 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
Cats are great for backlight and available light photography. This photo is just one more proof of that. Thanks!
Wildthing said at 8:24 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
One of the best cat portraits I've seen, Deb. Riley is a handsome guy. Hope the move goes smooth. Happy 2009.
Chiloedream said at 9:09 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
Magnifique image. Une lumière géniale. BRAVO Debbie, et vive le nikon D80. Très bonnes fêtes mon amie.
ConnieL said at 10:20 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
Riley is one handsome cat.
Catmagneto0257 said at 10:39 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
What a nice picture Deb!! Riley really is a handsome cat and he seems to knowit!
Tishfish said at 11:08 a.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
Wonderful capture Deb ! !
Swedfinn said at 1:42 p.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
Wow! Superb!!
Candlepower said at 2:27 p.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
A perfect shot!!! A Favorite!
Jantass said at 5:38 p.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
SUPER BELLO TU GATO !!
Debdog said at 9:55 p.m. on Dec 28, 2008:
many thanks to all of you!!!!!!!! glad you like my cat, Riley ;) he's a very cool cat, lots of fun and a lottle devil at times! :)thanks to you who gave me a FAV :)
Mike ,thanks for the time you take in rendering a helpful critique~ :)
Chilla said at 3:47 a.m. on Dec 29, 2008:
Simply beautiful Deb!
Chaitiamma said at 11:27 a.m. on Dec 29, 2008:
Excellent shot Debbie !!!
Bravemoonbearer said at 12:47 p.m. on Dec 29, 2008:
How precious and an excellent photo.Pretty soon,he will have new adventures in his new home.Happy New Year to you.
21-gramm said at 1:01 p.m. on Dec 29, 2008:
wonderful light into the catty! nice!
Babooshka said at 2:03 p.m. on Dec 29, 2008:
kittykittykitty! so cute your riley! love him already!
Trout921 said at 2:28 p.m. on Dec 29, 2008:
Very nice photo!!! Very cute kitty!!! Great job!!!
Loes said at 4:47 p.m. on Dec 29, 2008:
An excellent photo an Riley is just gorgeous Deb!
Debdog said at 7:34 p.m. on Dec 29, 2008:
thanks SO much!
Mantel.d said at 4:12 a.m. on Dec 30, 2008:
Superbe portrait animalier ! cette lumière est somptueuse
Hhwind said at 7:51 a.m. on Dec 30, 2008:
A great portrait with an equally great lighting
Memotions said at 8:52 a.m. on Dec 30, 2008:
Perfect light Deb. :)
JuDeck said at 10:48 p.m. on Dec 30, 2008:
Beautifully done.
MichelleMc said at 3:46 a.m. on Dec 31, 2008:
Great Photo Deb! Gorgeous Cat!
Abking said at 6:57 p.m. on Dec 31, 2008:
Super cat, super portrait!
Debdog said at 9:06 p.m. on Jan 1, 2009:
thanks very much! Riley thanks you too!!!!!
AliDar said at 10:55 p.m. on Jan 1, 2009:
...And I love the light coming through his ears! Riley is a very handsome cat! ... Happy New Year Deb! :)
Debdog said at 11:52 p.m. on Jan 2, 2009:
thanks Dar :)
Uppsalasystur said at 10:02 a.m. on Jan 3, 2009:
Hej
I have to say what lovely photo, and a wonderful kitten ;)
Paulajb said at 12:05 a.m. on Jan 4, 2009:
I love the photo, I use these photos for relaxation. I love cats.
Debdog said at 12:17 a.m. on Jan 4, 2009:
thanks very much, both of you :)
Shenresi said at 4:57 a.m. on Jan 4, 2009:
He`s so lovely and wonderful, Debbie and I wish you both a very great new year!!!
Jantass said at 12:09 a.m. on Jan 5, 2009:
LINDO GATITO !!!
Krisu said at 3:39 p.m. on Jan 6, 2009:
Riley is my favourite and you take great photos of him!
EMA said at 7:10 p.m. on Jan 7, 2009:
Stunning photo! Riley is a wonderful cat! I love his expression. Looks so intelligent!
Debdog said at 8:08 p.m. on Jan 7, 2009:
thanks! he is a cool, and fun cat, and SMART!
Ira said at 4:10 a.m. on Jan 10, 2009:
The sweet solar cat! Expressive eyes. A very beautiful shot!
HtD said at 1:41 p.m. on Jan 12, 2009:
A wonderful photo from your cat.. Perfect light.
Snooway said at 10:07 a.m. on Jan 14, 2009:
excellent photo!
Pattymaryclare said at 11:49 a.m. on Jan 15, 2009:
Oh Rileycat you little doll!!!!!!! Such a sweet face and those eyes....you got the 'character' goin' on honey and your Mom knows how lucky she is (in many many ways) luv to you debs and riley from patty and jorge!! xox and meow meow p.s. let me know when in new house darlin' and thx for pics of same .pmc
Mittens said at 11:20 a.m. on Jan 25, 2009:
What a sweet looking cat .... great shot Debbie.
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