Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Date of birth: 25/11/2023
Gender: Male

Measurements:
Neck circumference: 22cm
Chest circumference: 34cm
Length (base of neck to base of tail): 46cm
Height to shoulder: 26cm
Weight: 5.6kg

A vibrant ginger coat, bright curious eyes and an effortlessly photogenic quality make Simba the kind of cat the camera gravitates towards naturally. He has a calm self-assurance that belies his age and a gentle, open demeanour that puts everyone around him at ease from the very first introduction.

The Domestic Shorthair is the most widespread and versatile cat breed in the world valued for its robust health, adaptable temperament and low-maintenance coat. Ginger toms in particular hold a treasured place in popular culture from Garfield to Crookshanks in the Harry Potter films and the colour carries an instant warmth and familiarity that resonates across every demographic.

Simba is easygoing and sociable with people and other animals alike. He adapts smoothly to new environments, remains composed in outdoor settings and has already built a portfolio of professional photoshoot experience across both studio and location work including shoots in Covent Garden and Chinatown.

Simba’s warm colouring and placid nature make him well suited to cosy domestic dramas, festive specials and period interiors where a handsome ginger cat curled on a chair or padding across a kitchen completes the scene. He can be placed accurately in position, sits reliably on cue and maintains steady eye contact giving directors clean, repeatable takes without disruption.

His confidence outdoors broadens his casting potential into garden scenes, market sequences and urban backdrops where many house cats would hesitate. He fetches items and moves through set pieces on cue adding a layer of purposeful action to scenes that call for more than a stationary feline presence.

Simba’s striking ginger coat photographs with a rich warmth that suits artisan food brands, autumn lifestyle campaigns and homeware labels looking to inject personality into their imagery. His proven studio experience with professional lighting and multiple photographers means he settles into setups quickly and delivers consistent results.

Coffee table book publishers, seasonal gifting brands and cat nutrition companies would also find him a natural fit. He raises a paw on cue for characterful detail shots and holds his position patiently through styling adjustments. His outdoor photoshoot credits in high-footfall London locations demonstrate that he handles stimulation and distraction with the same quiet composure he brings to the studio.

Professional Photoshoots with:

Raven Imagery – Christmas photoshoot 2025 at Covent Garden (Outdoor)

Woof Photography – Portfolio shoot 2025 (Indoor Studio)

Anna Bieluszko – Lunar New Year photoshoot 2025 at Chinatown (Outdoor)