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Philly Rains
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Hi Mary! Thanks so much! I had never had a black kitty before Minky, but she's my favorite of all time. She picked me out during a trip to the Humane Society...my son and I were actually there for a puppy (for him) when she stretched her tiny kitten paw out through the bars and tapped me on the arm. I knew right then she was the one. Now we've been 'roommates' for close to 16 years.

Thanks so much for looking, and the compliment!


May 27, 2007 at 12:33 PM
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Hice one Philly. Nice leather jacket + nice black cat + nice shot = Finalist
May 27, 2007 at 10:14 PM
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runner10 wrote:
Hice one Philly. Nice leather jacket + nice black cat + nice shot = Finalist

Thanks, Chuck! You are so encouraging, and I really appreciate you.
Of course, we never know what Fred will think, but I'm happy to have a nice portrait of my little girl. As old as she is, I might have missed this opportunity with the WA.

Thanks, again!
May 27, 2007 at 10:56 PM
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Thanks to some excellent post-production input from one of the best photographers here, I've tweaked my original image and I hope it's as good as the tips I was given.


Thanks, Endre!!
May 28, 2007 at 10:04 PM
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I think it looks spectacular, Philly! I'm glad to have been of help. I hope everyone else agrees that my suggestions were actually improvements. :worried: They were very minor tweaks, though, to an already wonderful shot.

All best wishes,

Endre

Philly Rains wrote:
Thanks to some excellent post-production input from one of the best photographers here, I've tweaked my original image and I hope it's as good as the tips I was given.


Thanks, Endre!!
May 29, 2007 at 01:58 AM
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I do like the completely black image Philly. Now the eye does go directly to the catch lights. We now have 9 kittens including 2 blacks...if you were closer we would send one home with you to give Minky an understudy..


May 29, 2007 at 11:00 AM
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Strad wrote:
I think it looks spectacular, Philly! I'm glad to have been of help. I hope everyone else agrees that my suggestions were actually improvements. :worried: They were very minor tweaks, though, to an already wonderful shot.

All best wishes,

Endre

Endre, I like the result of those tweaks so much that it doesn't matter to me if anyone else likes it. I LOVE how it turned out, so yesterday I printed a copy for myself, put it in a frame, and now Minky is in my home Gallery.

That's why I love FM, and the members here. I'm learning more...Show more →
May 29, 2007 at 12:21 PM
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Tom Basore wrote:
I do like the completely black image Philly. Now the eye does go directly to the catch lights. We now have 9 kittens including 2 blacks...if you were closer we would send one home with you to give Minky an understudy..

Awwwwwwww, I would love to have a new black kitten! But, my only attempt at getting Minky a 'friend' backfired about eleven years ago when I got Pete, (PITA.)
She's never forgiven me for that! But I appreciate the thought, my friend!






May 29, 2007 at 12:29 PM
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So... at last... we see her in the fur for the first time. This must be the stealth kitty known as MI Minky - the arch nemesis of George and Mildred. Expect a visit from our magnificent muppets sometime soon...

er... assuming they can find her... she does erm... look really quite adept at being stealthy.


I'll echo the superb sentiment, and up the ante with a... um... "Smashing"
May 29, 2007 at 02:17 PM
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Ah, Flibble my friend! Higher praise cannot be gotten, and I thank you.

Please alert G & M that Minky has a Black belt in Ka(t)rate, so come prepared to do battle. Her temperament reminds me of your matron, as she takes no prisoners, and bars no holds. She also bites.

She will await their arrival with relish!

("Bwwahahahahaha" Minky laughed maniacally, and then promptly went back to sleep.)
May 29, 2007 at 02:29 PM
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Philly, I like how the highlights flow from the background and seemingly blend with the highlights on Minky. Judging by Minky's pupils...I suspect you don't stroke her belly often. EeOoooW!
May 29, 2007 at 07:42 PM
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Hi Jim! Thanks so much for the great compliments!

You're right about Ms. Mink, too. She's not one to let you stoke her, but if you're willing to scratch her head until you develop carpel tunnel syndrome, she'll be your friend for life.

Cat babies.......gotta love 'em!
Thanks, again!
May 29, 2007 at 08:24 PM
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Very nice combinations of black subjects Philly!
The beautiful cat with her exquisite black coat and the original background with your biker’s jacket complement each other perfectly…


May 30, 2007 at 11:59 AM
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Thanks, John! I sure appreciate your taking a look, and the great compliments!


May 30, 2007 at 12:03 PM
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Philly....this is my absolute favorite! What a great expression you caught.
The leather and her fur work just great together
Best of luck

Patty
May 30, 2007 at 01:05 PM
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Hi Patty! What a wonderful thing to say! I sure appreciate it, but we all know you can't predict what Fred will think.

I'm happy just having all these wonderful compliments from my FM friends!

Thank you for looking, and saying Minky is your favorite!


May 30, 2007 at 01:47 PM
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Philly this is one of my favs this week.(And I am not a cat person). The light falling on the folds of the coat and on the cats fur are fabulous. A finalist.
May 30, 2007 at 08:14 PM
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Oh Howard! Thank you so much! I really appreciate all this praise, but I know not to allow my expectations to get too high.

I'm just thrilled that so many of my friends here think I did a good job on this one!
I had some great input, and excellent tips, from our friend, Endre, and I owe a lot to him. My entry wouldn't be nearly as good if he hadn't 'schooled' me.

Thanks again, my friend! You're a great cheerleader!
May 30, 2007 at 08:56 PM
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Philly,

Great use of specular light to show the texture on the cat. Next time we need a picture of you with the jacket on the bike.

Chuck
May 30, 2007 at 11:20 PM
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Thanks, Chuck! It was natural light.......and no fancy camera work. I just got lucky!
May 31, 2007 at 12:22 AM
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