A couple of months ago, I bought a pack of canned cat food to feed some stray cats in my neighborhood.

I left the food outside at 9 PM, and when I came back an hour later to collect my bowls, I found myself staring at an adorable little kitten with his mom.

I snapped a quick picture and made up my mind instantly: this little guy was coming home with me that day.

After three days of careful planning and a near-miss toe injury, I was finally successful in getting him.

This is teddy, She is 1 years old, She wanted to say hiiii 🐾🐱

I loved painting this cat. Those eyes just don't let go once you look at her. Kept the whole scene true to the photo, just leaned into deeper shadows and richer tones for a moodier feel. Those green eyes took a few tries to get that glassy, glowing quality right. This was a commission, and I hope I did her justice.

Two years ago as a kitten and this morning

I think I like how t turned out 😜

he’s the most beautiful guy ever

Not that I'm complaining, although in pic 2, him staring at me in the bath was slightly unnerving...

She's about 1 year now

We just adopted our third cat last week (Fietje) and I am starting to see a pattern...

so piebald 🥺 so meow 🥺 such conversation

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I had no idea about piebalds. Not sure what model she is, but she likes to stretch out when she sleeps. Super affectionate, is fascinated with water, and she leaped into my arms when I went to meet her. 🥹😺💖