Synopsis
A humorous collection of dozens of photos of funny and adorable cats as they play with, roll in, and chow down their favorite snack of choice -- catnip.
Cats love catnip. Whether it's eating it, playing with it, or rolling around in it, catnip turns our domestic feline friends into hilarious balls of activity. Carefree and unconstrained, they are free to be silly, exceptionally playful, and downright gnarly.
Professional pet photographer and self-confessed crazy cat man Andrew Marttila (the photographer behind Shop Cats of New York) captures a range of the cats' silly and expressive personalities as they react to their catnip trip. Delightful, elegant Fluffy transforms into a hell-bent renegade. Shy, reserved Mittens becomes a free-loving acrobat. In the blink of an eye, a cat's expression transforms from bored to inquisitive to playful to curious to bizarre . . . to utterly unhinged. A fun and delightful look at our furry companions, this gift book is perfect for every cat lover.
Review
Andrew Marttila is a professional animal photographer best known for his captivating images of felines. He reaches hundreds of thousands of cat lovers through social media where he documents his travels promoting shelters across the country, taking photos for clients, and snuggling his cat, Haroun. Andrew's photography has been featured in Catster, Vanity Fair, Real Simple, and The Guardian, and on CNN and MSNBC, among others. Andrew is the photographer behind Shop Cats of New York. He lives in Washington, D.C."Cats on Catnip lets us see cats in a whole new light -- and it is absolutely hysterical! I roar with laughter over their huge eyes and lashing tongues during these freeze-framed freakouts."-Hannah Shaw of Kitten Lady
"Hellllo itqsd me, Llil BUB. WOEw thiS booK itts so ggreaytr/"-Lil BUB
"They say a picture is worth a thousand words. In the case of Cats on Catnip, only two words are necessary: Cat Bliss!"-Jackson Galaxy
"There's nothing funnier than seeing your furry friend gacked out on catnip. Andrew's shots capture it all so perfectly!"-Jim Tews, author of Felines of New York
"This is an uplifting journey of cats exploring catnip! Andrew reminds us how essential it is to have fun and embrace silliness. His photography is paramount and a real piece of art! We're obsessed!"-Nala Cat
"Pawesome book sure to make you LOL at the multiple pics of cats and their different reactions to this meowvelous herb."-Venus the Two Face Cat
"Cats on Catnip celebrates the playful nature of these party cats that we can all relate to. Andrew Martilla is again at his best here, as every photograph comes to life and reminds us of our undeniable love for our furry companions."-Kady and Eli of Cats of Instagram
"Cats on Catnip proves that Marttila is a master of feline photography with a unique sense of humor."-David Williams of Men With Cats
"Cats on Catnip perfectly captures that I-just-lost-my-mind, nip-induced vibe. Absolutely hilarious!"-Angie Bailey, author of whiskerslist and Texts from Mittens
"Andrew once again succeeds in capturing an often overlooked dimension of feline life, elevating it to an art form. Through his unique intimate photographic style, he brings the viewer directly into moments of feline whimsy and comedy. This book is sure to bring a smile to any cat lover's face."-Tamar Arslanian, author of Shop Cats of New York and founder of ihavecat.com
Cats on Catnip
A humorous collection of dozens of photos of funny and adorable cats as they play with, roll in, and chow down their favorite snack of choice -- catnip. Cats love catnip. Whether it's eating it, playing with it, or rolling around in it, catnip turns our domestic feline friends into hilarious balls of activity. Carefree and unconstrained, they are free to be silly, exceptionally playful, and downright gnarly. Professional pet photographer and self-confessed crazy cat man Andrew Marttila (the photographer behind Shop Cats of New York) captures a range of the cats' silly and expressive personalities as they react to their catnip trip. Delightful, elegant Fluffy transforms into a hell-bent renegade. Shy, reserved Mittens becomes a free-loving acrobat. In the blink of an eye, a cat's expression transforms from bored to inquisitive to playful to curious to bizarre . . . to utterly unhinged. A fun and delightful look at our furry companions, this gift book is perfect for every cat lover.
In the blink of an eye, a cat's expression transforms from bored to inquisitive to playful to curious to bizarre . . . to utterly unhinged. A fun and delightful look at our furry companions, this gift book is perfect for every cat lover."
How to Take Awesome Photos of Cats
A fun and practical guide to taking the perfect pics of your cat from the photographer of Cats on Catnip -- a great gift for the feline fanatic in your life. If you or someone you know loves a cat, chances are they love taking pictures of their cat, too. But cats can be tricky little guys to photograph -- they move quickly when you want them to stay still and are sedentary logs when you're going in for an action shot. Add to that all the variables of shooting indoors vs. outdoors, and it can be a difficult job. Enter How to Take Awesome Photos of Cats, where professional cat photographer and popular Instagrammer Andrew Marttila (Cats on Catnip, Shop Cats of New York) walks you through all the steps you need to know to take perfect photos of your favorite feline. This lighthearted, gifty guide includes dozens of photos and shares practical information for both amateur photographers and experts alike, all told in a fun, accessible, and lighthearted way. Whether you're looking to take better photos with your phone or you're trying to master the settings on your digital camera, this is the book that tells you everything you need to know to take awesome snaps of cats.
Whether you're looking to take better photos with your phone or you're trying to master the settings on your digital camera, this is the book that tells you everything you need to know to take awesome snaps of cats."
Cats on Catnip Mini Puzzles
From popular Instagrammer and author of Cats on Catnip, Cats on Catnip Mini Puzzles is a fun stress reliever and the perfect way to express your love for puzzles and cats."
Wild Masterpieces
Both inspiring and uplifting, silly and fun, Wild Masterpieces is an eccentric collection of animal portraits. From cats and dogs, to llamas and ducks, to pandas and wolves, over 60 animals offer their sage words, wit, and profound wisdom from the world's grandest landscapes. An iguana reminds readers to "Live. Laugh. Love." An Australian shepherd advises, "Don't let rough times get you down". This is the weird and wacky world of Wild Masterpieces, based on the Instagram account of the same name. Each inspirational quote featured in Wild Masterpieces assures us that if we stay "paw-sitive\
An iguana reminds readers to "Live. Laugh. Love." An Australian shepherd advises, "Don't let rough times get you down". This is the weird and wacky world of Wild Masterpieces, based on the Instagram account of the same name."
Tiny But Mighty
*A New York Times Bestseller* #1 National Bestseller Indie Bestseller From Kitten Lady, the professional kitten rescuer, humane educator, animal advocate, and owner of the popular Instagram @kittenxlady comes the definitive book on saving the most vulnerable—and adorable—feline population: newborn kittens. Hannah Shaw, better known as Kitten Lady, has dedicated her life to saving the tiniest felines, but one doesn't have to be a professional kitten rescuer to change—and save—lives. In Tiny but Mighty, Hannah not only outlines the dangers newborn kittens face and how she combats them, but how you can help every step of the way, from fighting feline overpopulation on the streets to fostering unweaned kittens, from combating illness to combating compassion fatigue, from finding a vet to finding the purrfect forever home. Filled with information on animal welfare, instructional guides, and personal rescue stories of kittens like Chloe, Tidbit, Hank, and Badger—not to mention hundreds of adorable kitten photos—Tiny but Mighty is the must-have kitten book for cat lovers, current-and-future rescuers, foster parents, activists, and advocates.
The photos in this book were taken by myself and my partner, Andrew Marttila , the professional photographer behind the photography books Shop Cats of New York and Cats on Catnip . Together, we've shared thousands of photos that have ..."
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