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The Post Shoot: Classic Pet Portraits on Film

The Post Shoot: Classic Pet Portraits on Film

by darlene almeda | Sep 10, 2025

Classic pet portraiture on film: Hasselblad 501CM, TMAX 100, and 510 Pyro developer, with Joey the Tiger showing his regal personality in the studio.

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The Shoot: Candid Cat & Joey’s Portrait Session

The Shoot: Candid Cat & Joey’s Portrait Session

by darlene almeda | Sep 7, 2025

Step inside the studio as Joey the tiger cat takes the spotlight. From gear prep to candid antics, here’s how a Hasselblad session turned playful and fun.

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The Pre-Shoot: Shaping the Vision, Setting the Stage

The Pre-Shoot: Shaping the Vision, Setting the Stage

by darlene almeda | Aug 28, 2025

Planning a cat portrait shoot: from subject and design ideas to tools and studio setup, this pre-shoot guide blends humor, prep, and creativity.

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