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Lilla Bordas, Tampa-based Pet Photographer-Cat photography sessions in your home
For cat parents who believe cats are family and want to have beautiful images of their fur babies
For cat parents who believe cats are family and want to have beautiful images of their fur babies. Where to start? Think about how you would like your images to look and what you would like to do with the images.
I’m a proud cat mom of five (for now — haha!) and an occasional kitten foster. As a lifelong cat lover, I know every cat has their own unique "purrsonality" — and it takes patience and skill to capture it in photos.
My mission is to create fun, artistic portraits that reflect your cat’s true spirit and give you beautiful artwork you’ll treasure for life.
💡 I’ll guide you through the whole process — from getting ready for your cat or kitten’s photo session, to helping you choose the perfect way to display your images at home.
📸 Sessions happen in the comfort of your own home, where your cat feels safe and relaxed. Most sessions last around 1.5 to 2 hours — the perfect window for your cat to get used to me and for us to capture their best side. I never rush or set hard time limits, because I want the experience to feel easy and stress-free for both of you.
🐾 Whether you want portraits of your cat alone, a group shot of your whole feline crew, or photos that capture the special bond you share — I’m here to help!
(P.S. Dogs and kids are welcome too!)
I hear this all the time — and I promise, I’ve seen it all!
Shy cats, hissy cats, hyper kittens, full-on divas — I’ve photographed them all. With patience, cat-friendly tricks, and keeping a comfortable distance, even the most “uncooperative” kitties end up with gorgeous portraits.
Sessions happen at your home, where your cat feels safe. I bring cozy baskets, bowls (because cats love them), toys like feather teasers and squeakers — and all the time your cat needs to relax.
Every session moves at your cat’s pace, with plenty of breaks. Whether your cat needs time to warm up or decides to rule the session, I’m there for however long it takes to get the perfect shot.
So even if your cat has a reputation for being an "asshole" — I’ve got you. We’ll get the shots. 🐾
I hear this all the time — and I promise, it’s not a problem!
I’ve photographed every kind of cat:
✔️ shy cats
✔️ hissy cats
✔️ high-energy kittens
✔️ cats with major "cattitude"
With plenty of patience, some pro tricks, and a little creative distance (I can photograph them without getting in their space), I’m able to capture beautiful images — even of the most "uncooperative" kitties.
Comfort & Play First
I always come to your home — where your cat feels safest. I bring a full set of props, cozy baskets, bowls (because let’s face it, cats love to sit in them), and fun toys like feather teasers and squeakers to grab their attention and spark curiosity.
No Rush, No Pressure
Every session moves at your cat’s pace, with plenty of breaks. Whether your cat needs time to warm up or decides to rule the session, I’m there for however long it takes to get the perfect shot.
So even if your cat has a reputation for being an "asshole" — I’ve got you. We’ll get the shots. 🐾
in home cat photo sessions
specialty cat sessions
The Watch Me Grow program is perfect for your new kitten. It allows you to capture priceless memories at every stage at their growth. It includes three separate sessions over a period of 12 months. At the end of the three sessions receive a special wall art piece featuring one image from each session.
watch me grow
This session is for your aging or terminally ill kitty. Priority is given to scheduling these session as soon as possible. No matter how long we have with our furkids, it’s never long enough. Our cats are our family, but the hardest part of that joy is also the fact that they are only with us for such a short period of time. After your baby is gone is when these photos become absolutely invaluable.
forever in my heart-senior cat session
If I was asking you "Who do you want to be photographed with?" and the answer was "My CAT!!!"- You're just like me! Rest assured, as a fellow "crazy cat lady", I totally understand how special they are and how much they bring to the table. For me, 2 of my cats are my emotional support animals, they know when I'm stressed or sad, they're always there for me. I would love to have photos like this of myself and my cats. If this sounds familiar, you're lucky, because I can make it happen!
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Lilla is an amazing photographer that works magic with her subjects! I was absolutely stunned when we saw the pictures from our kitten photo shoot - absolutely gorgeous shots that will be treasured forever! She is a natural and so kind.
I cannot describe how thankful I am of Lilla. I contacted her for photos of my terminally ill cat - who would pass very quickly. She came within 3 days and took stunning photos of my cat. She had an efficient set-up, tricks to get her to look at the camera, and was overall amazing with my cat. I cannot thank her enough for what she's done.
"I will be coming again for more with my next friend!"
cat session behind the scenes
