Your Exotic Shorthair, Teddy-Bear Face
That round face, those big eyes and a plush coat make an Exotic Shorthair look like a living teddy bear. Upload a photo for a free preview in about 30 seconds, then print, frame and ship it free.
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An Exotic Shorthair Cat Portrait Full of Charm
An Exotic Shorthair cat portrait starts with that face. The breed is often called a Persian in pajamas: the same round head, short muzzle, tiny nose, full cheeks and big round eyes, but in a dense, plush short coat that is far easier to keep tidy. The body is cobby, with a broad chest, sturdy legs and a short, thick tail.
Exotics come in nearly every Persian color, including white, black, blue, red, cream, silver, golden, tabby, calico and bicolor, with eyes from copper to green to blue, so no two portraits look alike. Our custom Exotic Shorthair portraits are created from your own photo, so the rounded features and your cat’s own coloring carry through.
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How to Photograph an Exotic Shorthair
That flat, round face is the whole show, so a few small choices make a big difference:
- Shoot at eye level. Get down on the floor so the big round eyes look straight at the lens. A slight three-quarter angle adds depth to the cheeks.
- Wipe the eye corners first. Flat-faced cats often get tear marks. A soft, damp cloth beforehand keeps the portrait clean.
- Step back and zoom a little. Holding a wide phone lens close to a short nose can distort it. Move back a few feet and use the 2x setting.
- Use soft, even light. Window light shows how dense and plush the coat is. Flash flattens the face and glares in those big eyes.
- Wait for relaxed. Exotics are calm and laid-back, so shoot when yours is lounging, not when it’s a zoomie moment.
- Pick a contrasting backdrop. A cream cat on a cream sofa blends away, so try a colored throw or wall behind.
- Add a little curiosity. A feather toy held just above the lens gives you a wide-eyed look.
Best Styles for an Exotic Shorthair Painting
A cat with a teddy-bear face already leans cute, so we say lean into it:
- Vector Look — a bold, shiny cartoon look on a white background. Big round eyes and a plush face turn into a wonderfully expressive character.
- Pop — bold, colorful paint-splatter pop art. It’s loud and fun, and a squishy face holds up well against all that color.
- Dress-Up — you type the outfit. A solemn Exotic in a wizard robe or a tiny bow tie is exactly the joke this breed was made for.
A serious, formal costume on a face like this will read as comedy, which is perfect if that’s the goal. Previews are free, so try your photo in all three.
Exotic Shorthair Cat Portrait FAQ
It follows your photo, so a straight-on, eye-level shot shows the face best. A slight three-quarter angle works too. Avoid close-ups with a wide phone lens, which can stretch the nose and cheeks. Step back and zoom in a little. If the first preview feels off, try another angle; previews are free.
They can, because the portrait reflects the photo. Before shooting, gently wipe around the eyes with a soft, damp cloth, then take the picture while the area is clean. Good daylight also helps the eyes look bright. If a stain still shows in the preview, retake the photo and try again.
The process is the same: we work from your photo. The difference is the coat. A Persian’s long fur suits soft, flowing styles, while the Exotic’s short plush coat reads well in crisp, graphic ones like Vector Look and Pop. See our Persian cat portraits if you’re comparing the two looks.
Square suits a round face. The 16″×16″ framed print ($129) is a popular choice, and a 12″×12″ gallery-wrap canvas ($89) is a lighter option. For a bolder statement, the 24″×24″ framed print ($149) makes those big eyes a focal point. Frames come in solid-wood Pecan, White Oak or Matte Black.
You can, but eyes make the portrait. Exotics often look half asleep, and a photo with both eyes open and sharp gives the best likeness. If a drowsy look is the one that says “my cat,” upload it and check the free preview. Keep your best awake shot as a backup.
More Cat Portraits
Explore other round-faced and plush-coated breeds, or browse all our cat portraits:
- Persian Cat Portraits
- British Shorthair Portraits
- Scottish Fold Portraits
- Grey Cat Portraits
- All Custom Cat Portraits
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