As it stands, I have heard two derogatory things about artists and (to a lesser extent) writers that have a degree of popularity in the fandom. The first is the success going to the heads of the artists and writers in question, making them seem high and mighty. The second is more about the fans then the artists themselves; to be specific, the fact that many people befriend the artists and writers simply because they know they are popular.

To answer the first complaint, with very few exceptions, the popular artists and writers are nice, intelligent, and many times fun-loving people that simply want to either perform in their abilities or make friends. Not too long ago, a friend of mine claimed that a particular artist was egotistical, high-strung, and had a much higher position of herself than was deserved. Not too long after, I actually met with the artist in question, and found her to be kind, fun-loving, and just looking to have fun. In my opinion, if there is any blame for the perception of artists, it is the constant fanboyism and fangirlism that inflates how others see how the popular artists and writers act.

The second complaint is a bit trickier to disprove, as there are a fair amount of people who will talk to the artists and writers simply due to the popularity they exude. However, this in itself is not a terrible practice. Just as more people tend to know the name of a local celebrity then the local bag boy at a supermarket, more people will know the popular furries than the less pupular ones. The difference between regular celebrities and furry ones (well, one of them) is the fact that the furry celebrities will have MSN, AIM, and Yahoo screen names listed for all who visit to see, and even those who don't will still offer PMs and email. And it is perfectly fine to make friends this way. Honestly, those who comment expecting to form an immediate relationship, or gain free art or stories will be shot down faster than an atheist at the Vatican, and those who completely deny the existence of less popular furs will find themselves lonely and hated by most of the fandom. As for everyone else, who want to genuinely make an effort to meet new people, it's always nice to comment, IM, PM, and use other means to let the person, famous or less so, know you want to chat.

In short, remember that famous furries are just like you and me, so treat them like you want to be treated yourself. Or bother them until they give you free stuff; if it works, tell me.

Thank you, and have a nice day. :)