Sunday, July 17, 2022

Caspurr's Basket Boat: Caturday Art and Sunday Selfies

Hallo there, Effurryone!


I, the Courageous Sir Caspurr the Caspicatious, Furrst of My Name, the Snuggle Bug, Commander-in-Chief of the Impurrial Forces, King of the Tigger-Tabbies, am back again, to lead my fursibs as We join this weekend's blog hops - the Caturday Art blog hop. hosted by the Wise and Divinely Beautiful Athena and her HuMum, Marie, and the Sunday Selfies blog hop, hosted by those Brilliantly Unpredictable Kitties Blue and their HuMom, Janet.


Mummy would have liked Me to take My Selfie stretched out on the bed or the sofa, displaying My Tummy, as I so often do, but I didn't feel like getting up out of the Mewspaper Basket, because I knew that if I did so, Shimshi wouldn't lose a second in stealing My Place, just as he has already stolen My Favourite After-Breakfast Napping Spot in the laundry basket!














Now, tell Us what you think of the artsy-fartsy version, which We did in several stages. Furrst of all, We used LunaPic's Waves art effect, set at 60%. On top of that, we added an overlay of Clown, at 40%, which gave the picture a nice, blue-washed look, as if My Basket was actually a boat, floating on the waves.






















We were so pleased with the Final Result that it came as no surprise when We were contacted by PhotoFunia, on behalf of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, with a request to hang this masterpiece there for the rest of the summer. Naturally, We graciously consented.


















We also made a puzzle for you. 

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We haven't had time to try it ourselves yet, as We've had a furry busy week, helping Mummy as She and the rest of the Biped Family (plus Our Woofie Uncle, Messi) celebrated Grandpaw's 95th birthday last Wednesday, and again on Friday, with a Big Family Supper in the Garden.

Imagine that! 95 years old! Why, in Cat years, that's - that's - I can't figure that out! I don't have enough Paws and Claws! I need a PawCat calculator!

Well, I guess it's time to start on the blog hops now. Furrst of all, here are the blog hop badges:



         


We will leave you with a reminder to make sure that your Humans continue to take all Necessary Precautions to avoid the Evil Mutant Ninja Coronavirus. The Transmission Rate here in Israel is now down to 0.89 (although several people from Mummy's Caterwauling Club are sick with it at present. Luckily, the Choir is now on vacation till September) - but We heard that there are other countries where it is still on the Rampage.

Be Well. Be Safe. We love you all.



21 comments:

Sasha said...

We love all the pictures. Your basket does look like a boat. And fancy getting it hung in the Museum. That will be something to remember!

Memories of Eric and Flynn said...

That is a cute photo of you in the basket. Your art is lovely too.

CCL Wendy said...

I agree that the basket looks like a small boat and that you are floating on the sea. Very effective methinks. Rather peaceful. too. It's good that you are flexible about your napping places, so there is no contention between you and your fursibs.

And concatulations on being selected as a MEWSeum piece. It's quite an honour.

meowmeowmans said...

We really like that photo of you, Caspurr! And the artwork surly is perfect for a museum. Happy birthday to your Grandpaw! XO

Erin the Cat Princess said...

A very cheery and ocean bound sense to your artwork, as you said, in fact, the gallery looks like it is awash with fine viewers. 95 is a wonderful age, and we offer our congratulations to Grand Paw! I hope you all got some treats too, as befits royalty...
Purrs
ERin

Linda said...

Your picture is great! Happy birthday to Grandpaw!

The bird in my post is a quail.

Lynn and Precious said...

Sir Caspurr, Cappy-tane of the High Seas, I think you should not
be asked to abandon ship in these times. You look too grand at the helm.
However, do not sail past the birthday party for human Grandpaw. He is
a very respectful age. Your artwork selfie is fit for a duke or earl, I
feel. Lynn worries about the covid, she is careful and I hope she never
gets any of its' kind. Precious, wanting to be First Mate of the ship.

Athena Cat Goddess Wise Kitty said...

Your art is definitely a masterpiece and should be hanging in all the art galleries of the world!

The Florida Furkids said...

That basket looks super comfy so we don't blame you for not wanting to give it up. Great artwork and thanks for the puzzle.

Anonymous said...

Very nice. Especially the pawzzle.

Kea said...

That's a terrific basket, we understand why you wouldn't want to give it up! Your selfie and the artwork are just purrfect. :-)

Belated happy birthday to your Grandpaw, we hope he's in good health! As this biped is only a couple of years away from 60, 95 doesn't seem that far off anymore. LOL.

Katie Isabella said...

Happiest Birthday to Grandpa! That is an achievement!
Love your basket. If there's time after breakfast tomorrow, shall I hop over and share? Think what your siblings would say!

Brian's Home Blog said...

That really is a wonderful selfie Sir Caspurr! Happy Birthday to your Grandpa from all of us!

Melissa, Mudpie and Angel Truffles (Mochas, Mysteries and Meows) said...

It's impawtant to protect what's yours, cutie!

pilch92 said...

I love your selfie in the basket. And your mom made beautiful art. Thank you for the puzzle. Happy Birthday to Grandpa! XO

Basil and The B Team ~ BionicBasil ® said...

Sir Caspurr, we love your selfie and art, most epic dude, and we also send many birthday greetings to your Grandpa!

Meezer's Mews & Terrieristical Woofs said...

The art effects made me think your little boat is a fun reminder of Moses in his reed basket in the Nile! LOL!

Happy Belated Birthday to your Grandfather!! That is a great blessing to be allowed to be 95!

The Island Cats said...

I love your selfie and your artwork, Caspurr! That basket was meant for you. Happy Birthday to your Grandpa! ~Ernie

Rajani Rehana said...

Beautiful blog

♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥ said...

Thatis a great selfie in the basket, Sir Caspurr!!! And the artwork is lovely. Happy Birthday to your Grandpa - our Dad's birthday is today. Our peeps try to be very careful about the dreaded virus. Numbers are on the rise here too. Our peeps are fully vaccinated and double boostered, but this new variant seems to be very sneaky.

Woos - Lightning, Misty, and Timber

Linda said...

Your artsy pic looks marvelous!