Sounds good to mees! =^w^= *noms cop car* :3

I think it would be great, as long as it isn't to similar to that other zine which is only for those of a certain group. I can't remember the name of it, but you have to be part of a group centered around it to even receive it.

The zines I've worked with in the past usually send a free copy to people who contribute.

If five or so people contributed it would probably be cheaper to get 50 copies made and give the rest out to whomever is interested. That way we might be able to spread the word and get more furs to contribute in the future.

Well, I can understand that. I would gladly contribute if that is the case. However, the zine I was mentioning only allows really popular artists to contribute, thus hurting its chance for circulation in my opinion.

APAs are what you're thinking of. Specifically, the material is shared with others who contribute.
http://en.wikifur.com/wiki/Megamorphics

Ahh, thanks.

Well, I'm not trying to bash it, to be honest I'm a little jealous I cannot contribute to it myself (monetarily or artistically).

Though, if this zine Freder wishes to start up allows someone of my skill to contribute art for it, I'd be glad to oblige.

Again, I'm not trying to harm the reputation of anyone or the zines they do, I just wish to state that I hope I can contribute, even though my skill is lacking.

Sounds like a cool idea!

what is a Zine?

Magazine. Sounds cool.

Something like that already exists, called "Megamorphics". Though it is a hard zine to contribute to.

Perhaps this new zine could be more public friendly?

I think this zine will be more focused focused on newer artists that may not have had the chance to have their work presented in a physical format.

A lot of the artists listed on the Megamorphics page were around when sharing files digitally was a relatively new concept. Seeing as most furs use the internet to share content now I think it might be a neat change to gather our little community together to create something fun and tangible :)

Even if there is another zine out there, I think its a fun endeavor overall! I'd help if I could c:

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proceed.

Hmmm... a new macrofurry magazine that focuses around newer artists that didn't have the chance to get their work presented in a physical format.
I'm of course: 'All for it!' but just as Illogical expressed his concerns, I just hope it doesn't suffer the same fate Megamorphics did with its 'holier-than-thou' additude. <:3

The main problem of these magazines stem mostly from the fact that they often target a specific group of artists (the popufurs, selective friendgroups and whatnot) which is understandable, wouldn't want the magazine from falling into mediocrity or obscurity. But it's a sad thing for the people who are trying for a chance to become noticed out there in a well-established community.

I think this magazine could provide a great change as well as a fair chance for everyone (especially aspiring macrofurs). =3
My only concern is the bit where you say: "this zine will be more focused focused on newer artists", how are these determined?, how long is the cooldown? (how long does an artist need to be in the fandom to be considered 'not-new'?), will the magazine still feature work from (for example) Sparky? and etc. etc. So I hope that little tidbit might get reconsidered (hopefully scrapped completely to give 'every' macro artist a fair chance), but for the rest: Do keep up the good work. ^_^
Would love to see where this magazine will end up. =3

When I think of newer artists I generally imagine people who have come into the fandom within the last ten years or so, people like Sparky, Nommz, and Illogical to name a few.

Older artists are ones that came into the fandom in the 80s and 90s. People like Eric Schwartz, Mike Higgs, and Ken Sample. It's not that I wouldn't want them to contribute, they just wouldn't be the first people I would ask for submissions because they might be more wrapped up in their own established projects/irl stuff than someone in their 20s.

If that case: I'm all up for it. =3
And true, people in their 20's generally have more time on their hands than weathered professionals. ;3

Like I said before: I'm interested to see this magazine come to fruition. =3
Who knows? Maybe I'll even contribute. <3

Well it really depends though usually when i see zines i usually think it's by people who been in the fandom for a long time and are skilled artists.