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9 years ago
Now that my first month as a member here is drawing to a close, I thought that I may as well put down a few things to know that I look for when I visit other users' pages. I also don't want to pollute my journals with complaints about my day job... too much at least.
The basics: I am fully and completely male (no intention of changing even my persona's gender identity), I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, and (as of this journal) I am single. My passion is to make things with my hands, and I am most skilled with working wood (not to be <i>too</i> obvious), though I hardly exclude any material or medium.
My fursona [as of summer 2016]: California Brown Bear named Daenil Broken-Paw (residing in the here-and-now). The name comes from a phonetical mispronunciation of Daniel, my actual fore-name used by one of my younger brothers (I have two - they are my only siblings, and not members of the fandom to my knowledge). The surname is self-explanatory: one of my paws is broken beyond repair as far as current medical knowledge is concerned. In a little while, I plan on posting a reference 'sheet' for more visual and personality data.
Specifically, my character's broken paw is a reflection of my own...disability. I suffer daily from chronic pain in my left wrist, the result of a minor fracture in my freshman year of High School and two invasive surgeries since. I have been told that the pain could be caused by a misplaced nerve, mnemonic pain (phantom limb sensation often described by amputees), scar tissue swelling, weak tendons/ligaments, and/or hallucinations in the seven years since the last surgery. Whatever the cause, physical or mental, I have lived with it varying in intensity from a mild sprain to a full bone(s) fracture, and have been persuaded that there <b>is no way</b> to fix it, just to treat it. For a male, this is incredibly frustrating and depressing at times.
As far as conventions, fursuiting, and live role-playing go, I'm not too active now. I have never been to a Furry Convention (been to other types though). I do not own any fur-suit components, though I do own a few fantasy themed clothing pieces, and may consider acquiring and/or making suit components in the future. Obviously, I have not live role-played as my persona, but have participated in cyber cuddles and...more...in character.
Relationship-wise, I am an introvert almost to an extreme. Yes, I am looking for a romantic partner, and have always been honest and faithful to those I have had in the past, but I am not lonely. Indeed, I have been known to spend whole days in the company of myself and my craft, and been happy. Actually, the person who introduced me to the concept of the Furry Fandom was my High School sweetheart, whom I have not communicated with for many years, and expect to be totally divorced from the Fandom, to my disappointment.
Art to expect from me - aside from wood-crafts - is many and varied. Besides wood, I often craft metal, plastic, and stone. I also play around every so often with poetry and prose, and can use various styles with relative ease. Fundamentally, I feel every art form has roots in a common source, and that attempting other mediums of art can improve the one you are most passionate about. Therefore, I draw, I take photos, I paint, and I occasionally cook (sorry, eating-type vore is off the menu).
My day job requires I work with CAD <b>a lot</b>. I may have mentioned before I am experienced enough with both AutoCAD and SketchUp to teach college classes on these two programs, which is not an exaggeration, though I have limited experience in teaching as a general subject. That said, it is entirely possible I may post submissions created with CAD programs if the interest prods me.
Commissions and trades: at this point will be considered on a case-by-case basis, but be aware I have not established a value for my time, and that my day job often limits me to making art on the weekends. Simply put: I ask cheap prices, but will take a long time to do it.
Any questions? Please comment, I don't judge.
The basics: I am fully and completely male (no intention of changing even my persona's gender identity), I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, and (as of this journal) I am single. My passion is to make things with my hands, and I am most skilled with working wood (not to be <i>too</i> obvious), though I hardly exclude any material or medium.
My fursona [as of summer 2016]: California Brown Bear named Daenil Broken-Paw (residing in the here-and-now). The name comes from a phonetical mispronunciation of Daniel, my actual fore-name used by one of my younger brothers (I have two - they are my only siblings, and not members of the fandom to my knowledge). The surname is self-explanatory: one of my paws is broken beyond repair as far as current medical knowledge is concerned. In a little while, I plan on posting a reference 'sheet' for more visual and personality data.
Specifically, my character's broken paw is a reflection of my own...disability. I suffer daily from chronic pain in my left wrist, the result of a minor fracture in my freshman year of High School and two invasive surgeries since. I have been told that the pain could be caused by a misplaced nerve, mnemonic pain (phantom limb sensation often described by amputees), scar tissue swelling, weak tendons/ligaments, and/or hallucinations in the seven years since the last surgery. Whatever the cause, physical or mental, I have lived with it varying in intensity from a mild sprain to a full bone(s) fracture, and have been persuaded that there <b>is no way</b> to fix it, just to treat it. For a male, this is incredibly frustrating and depressing at times.
As far as conventions, fursuiting, and live role-playing go, I'm not too active now. I have never been to a Furry Convention (been to other types though). I do not own any fur-suit components, though I do own a few fantasy themed clothing pieces, and may consider acquiring and/or making suit components in the future. Obviously, I have not live role-played as my persona, but have participated in cyber cuddles and...more...in character.
Relationship-wise, I am an introvert almost to an extreme. Yes, I am looking for a romantic partner, and have always been honest and faithful to those I have had in the past, but I am not lonely. Indeed, I have been known to spend whole days in the company of myself and my craft, and been happy. Actually, the person who introduced me to the concept of the Furry Fandom was my High School sweetheart, whom I have not communicated with for many years, and expect to be totally divorced from the Fandom, to my disappointment.
Art to expect from me - aside from wood-crafts - is many and varied. Besides wood, I often craft metal, plastic, and stone. I also play around every so often with poetry and prose, and can use various styles with relative ease. Fundamentally, I feel every art form has roots in a common source, and that attempting other mediums of art can improve the one you are most passionate about. Therefore, I draw, I take photos, I paint, and I occasionally cook (sorry, eating-type vore is off the menu).
My day job requires I work with CAD <b>a lot</b>. I may have mentioned before I am experienced enough with both AutoCAD and SketchUp to teach college classes on these two programs, which is not an exaggeration, though I have limited experience in teaching as a general subject. That said, it is entirely possible I may post submissions created with CAD programs if the interest prods me.
Commissions and trades: at this point will be considered on a case-by-case basis, but be aware I have not established a value for my time, and that my day job often limits me to making art on the weekends. Simply put: I ask cheap prices, but will take a long time to do it.
Any questions? Please comment, I don't judge.
