Saturday, June 19, 2010

I can see I'm gonna have to help out now - Inigo



I know Rumbles is the one running for New Zealand's Next Top Cat Model, but I think he needs a bit of help. Since I've been posing a lot longer than him, I'm going to give him some tips.

Tip 1: Fluff that ruff!
A fluffy ruff will make you look more majestic, and will help accentuate your whiskers. There are very few that can resist squeeing when they see the ruff fluff.

Tip 2: The half turn
The advantage to this pose is that you get the fluffy ruff, but you also get both eyes. Since I have handsome eyes, this is a very good pose for me.

Tip 3: I wonder what they're doing over there
This can be a tricky one. It's a full face, but the eyes are looking to the distance. The power of this shot is that it adds a bit of mystery - the viewer wonders what they're not seeing that I am (I was seeing Rumbles knocking something over in case you wondered *sigh*)

Tip 4: Look wise
When in doubt, pretend you're a lion. Look super wise, fluff the ruff and PURRRRRR.

I've also decided that rather than wait for the draw to win the $40 gift certificate for Nip and Bones, I'm going to make the draw tomorrow (we're not good at waiting for exciting things! tee hee!) 

Rumbles is thinking he might hold another draw starting tomorrow for any new donaters that might want to support him in the contest. So, if anyone wants to donate to help him and the Cat Protection Society, it will be a new chance to win a new prize drawing starting tomorrow! 

We all really appreciate how generous everyone has been to help Rumbles. This isn't just something we're just saying, we honestly thank everyone that has left a sweet comment or donated to our cause.

37 comments:

Kea said...

Oh, yes, there's a lot of SQUEEING going on in our house right now, Inigo! You have the posing down pat and look at those whiskers! We love the curl! And your ruff, well, that's beyond adjectives. Incredible!

One Cats Nip said...

*faints*

Thank Inigo...you made my the Moms faint. *poke poke poke*

Misha said...

You are definitely gonna have to enter next year, Inigo!

Lynx217 said...

Between us, Inigo, I think we can teach the boy how to win everybuddy's heart and win the competition!

Jadzia

Pumpkinpuddy said...

Inigo, you should be running instead of Rumbles. You got the manly cat poses down perfect, and you're just so handsome. Sigh. Watch out Rumbles. Inigo gonna steal all your thunder. *stars in eyes*

Memories of Eric and Flynn said...

Inigo you really know how to work that pose.

Anonymous said...

Oh My!

*faint/thud!*

Alice? What are you....?

*faint/thud!*

jane & Alice

Jans Funny Farm said...

What great modeling tips! You looks so handsome.

ANGEL ABBYGRACE said...

Oh Inigo....
....oh Inigo......

*******sigh********

purrs

>^,,^<

♥Abby♥

Keiko said...

Inigo, you're wonderful! You are so good at modeling and super handsome!
Purrrrs, Keiko, Kenji & Pricilla

BeadedTail said...

*swoon* Inigo, you are just so super handsome!

♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥ said...

Hi Inigo - you really ARE handsome - and you have some great tips for modeling - what awesome photos you have for your portfolio.

Woos - Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara

Deborah said...

Hey Inigo, I wonder if those tips would work for humans too! LOL
Great modeling tips!
Have fun!
xxoo
Deborah

The Daily Pip said...

Fluff that ruff, I will have to remember that. Might work for me too!

Your pal, Pip

Katnip Lounge said...

Inigo, Don't forget your long handsome curley ear hairs! Show those off too...The LadyCats here appreciate some long ear hair.

::swoon::

Mariodacat said...

indigo - you is one handsome mancat too. Those poses were purrrfect for a modeling job. I think you are worthy of front cover position on nay fashion magazine.

Your Daily Cute said...

These are excellent tips, Inigo. Rumbles clearly has a lot to learn, but you are a good teacher, so I know he will get it in no time!

Of these, Pimp's favorite is the "Look wise." He does that like a pro in photos!

Gigi said...

With that great advice from an old (ahem, sorry--"experienced") pro, Rumbles is a shoo-in.
I myself do not exactly understand "squeeing" but I think the Human might have done that while she was looking at your stunning photos.

NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog! said...

I think woo've been studying me again!

Hugz&Khysses,
Khyra

The Daily Pip said...

Thanks for popping over for a visit! I am a big fan of your blog and of cats in general (live with three).

Your pal, Pip

Jacqueline said...

Inigo, you are such a gorgeous mancat, we are swooning and our knees are weak, sweetie...We LOVE your modeling poses and can't figure out why you are not in the competition as well...kisses x3 beautiful friends...xo...Calle, Halle, Sukki

Quill and Greyson said...

Work it!!

Kate said...

WOW! That is such a nuce brotherly thing to do letting Rumbles enter the model contest when you clearly are a professional!

I saw baby pics of a maine coon kitty today! Very cute (but over rated too)


Looking Giid Inigo! Have a great weekend!

Sparkle said...

Those are great tips, Inigo! And since I've done some modeling myself, I can safely say that you have it down.

Marg said...

Inigo, you certainly have the right ideas. You make a super model. Love the fluffy ruff. That is just purrfect.
Have a great week end.

Eline Oftedal said...

Your advices will get Rumble to the top!

Brian's Home Blog said...

You are getting some excited fans Ingo!!!

Milo and Alfie Marshall said...

Inigo, those are AWESOME tips. We don't see how ennybuddy could fail if they follow them!

Reese =^..^= said...

Those are great tips, Inigo! Rumble is sure to win with your coaching.

SASS....Sammy Andy Shelly Sierra said...

Great tips!!!!! Now let's hope that Rumbles listens to them.... :)

xxxxxxx

Anonymous said...

Excellent tips and I'm sure Rumbles will make them his own and win this! Go Rumbles! He's our man if he can't win it no cat can! - grouchypuppy

Angel Ginger Jasper said...

Oh my cat My mum is oohing ansd ahhing all over the place. What a simply gorgeous set of photo's.. Great set of tips.. Hugs GJ xx

Pipi said...

Thanks for the great tips, I'll be sure to remember them for the next challenge!

Angel MoMo and Charlotte said...

Oh my, Inigo, I think you should start a modelling school!

M Dawson said...

s.t.u.n.n.i.n.g.

Inigo my Boy you are a natural Man Cat!!

Pawsome pictures!!!!

Unknown said...

MOL! What a great blog. One berry gorgeous kitty, your brother. We are going to subscribe too. ~^..^~

Unknown said...

MOL! What a great blog. One berry gorgeous kitty, your brother. We are going to subscribe too. ~^..^~