Continuing on with project cats I was lucky enough to photograph a house full of Sphynx. These are one of my all time favourite cats so I was so excited not just at the chance to photograph some but to actually meet one too. They are so amazing, almost like little people with such wonderful fun temperaments. So confident and full of energy, I wanted to sneak a few home with me. Thank you to http://www.sphynxstar.webs.com/ for this wonderful opportunity. I cant wait to return.

With "project cats" I came across Boots and Bonnie. As you can see Boots came as a very polished model - the diva of cat modelling. I would be standing looking for my next prop/setting, you would then look for Boots but she had taken off to do her thing. It only took one holler "Boooooots" and she would race inside with a look of "Im here, were do you want me? Lets roll".  Bonnie on the other hand was very very shy and hid under the bed to stay clear of strangers. But I managed to get one.

As you all know I am filling my portfolio with cats. When I put out a call for cat models I was contacted by Jennifer who mentioned she had 12 of all different breeds. I wondered why someone would have so many cats but it all made sense when I packed up my car and headed to Peiradise - Paradise for Rescued Shar Pei. I was  greeted by 12 Peis all at my feet wanting to say hello and get a pat. Jennifer formed Peiradise to save Shar Pei in pounds or shelters, and since has taken in a few cats too who need a home. How would I describe Jennifer? Passionate (tick), compassionate (tick), kind (tick) and to some people alittle dog crazy (tick). The Shar Pei is an ancient breed who were bred as guard dogs and who rely on human interaction. The breed do not cope well in shelter environments and Jen opens her home to keep these guys safe until they can find new loving homes. These dogs have a fab life living on this big beautiful property with Jennifer's constant attention and devotion - it really gives you a sense of realism to "rescue" and why people do it. Jen thank you so much for opening your home to me and my camera. You're an amazing person with a heart of gold. If anyone is interested helping Jen in giving a loving animal a home or want to know more about what she does. You can find her on Facebook under Peiradise - Paradise for Rescued Shar Pei or email peiradise@bigpond.com

Meet Buddy a gorgeous 8 month Burmese kitten. I am doing a cat project to fill my portfolio with some more cats due to various image request for more cats from me. I really don't know why I don't work with cats more as I find them so much fun. Buddy's owner contacted me when they knew I was looking for cats. When I walked into Buddy's home I was overwhelmed with such a lovely family. They were so excited to have Buddy photographed and he was a bit excited all the attention was on him. Buddy was such a little acrobatic rocket and I think I missed a few shots from laughing so hard at him and his clowning. Thank you so much to Julie & Billy for letting me into your home and helping me photograph such a cute character. I look forward to returning when Bud is older.

Meet the very lovely Pascall and Squarlie. Two Cornish Rexes that a friend recently rescued. As you can see this family is very into halloween and thought no better time to come over and photograph two very fitting cats while halloween celebrations were in full swing. I have a serious soft spot for Rexes. They are one of the best cats to photograph, not your average cat - almost dog like in personalities - just so divine. I want one!

OK so I finally managed to blog the SImon and Tommy fun. Talk about a pair of clowns. Constant wrestling and ankle tackles and Simon does likes a good game of "stacks on". 

On the 21st of September my chubby little Simon turned 1 year old. It has been 6 glorious months of owning Simon and learning all about his breed. He has been the most delightful comedian of a dog ever to grace my life and I could not of asked for a more joyful perfect dog. I absolutely adore you Simon, you are one in a million, and may this be many more birthdays to come.

Awhile ago now I found this hat in an old antique store. I have never really done anything with it except a self portrait (would you believe a very long time ago I did Marching. I was totally rubbish at it and only participated as you got to wear really cool outfits). So doing a clean-out yesterday this rolled out at me and I thought what a perfect hat for young Simon. This hat is not the easiest to fit and kept rolling to the side. Simon at first, was not impressed but when he realised the cheesy Kabana was flowing he worked out it wasn't so bad. To top this shoot off with utter frustration. I have somehow lost all my custom camera settings. Grrrr, so this shot took alittle longer then usual with me having to reset and as you can see Simon decided to take a nap.

I had a bit of time today to finish off the draw series. Are you all just a little bit excited Ralph made an appearance? I think Simon might be turning into a bit of a Diva as he was not happy about Ralph being in his shots.

I have photographed Tex before with a session but this time I am cat-sitting him for the weekend and took my camera with me to get some more photo's as you would have to agree with me he is one fine looking cat. I do love the Devon Rex as a breed. They're like little dogs in cats bodies.