I've been thinking about this for a long time now and after recent events I've decided I'm not going to be able to continue contributing to either furry or fetish communities from now on.

To a certain extent, it has been enjoyable being able to share my artwork and stories with those who share my peculiar kinks, but we live in a world that plain and simple does not accept these sorts of things. I've faced this reality quite a bit on my older accounts, receiving harassment from those who do not understand these kinds of fetishes and refuse to understand.

So it saddens me that I've also begun to face adversity not just from bigotry leveled at me, but from the very community where I had believed I could feel safe in. I have no problem with having my work reported, as it was in fact in violation of the rules. Whether edited or not, screenshots are not allowed on this website and I understand that. I have no problems with that.

I do have a problem when those who report me level vitriol towards me and my work from the outset, seeking to belittle the effort I put into said works. When the majority of those images were sketched, lined, and colored from scratch, well, I won't lie: It hurts to have my creativity and originality questioned.

There is more than just that though. I feel like I have spent too much time and effort on that which is taboo, and it has limited my growth as both an artist and a person. In the end it might just be best to move on. There are countless other creatives who have felt this way, and there will be countless more.

So instead of dwelling on the departure of a mediocre artist like me or getting upset, I suggest thinking about what it is you like so much about this community. If there is some way you feel you can contribute, then find your creativity. Read books, follow tutorials, study anatomy and whatever you decide to do, try practicing everyday. You will find yourself learning new things and maybe even understanding a bit more about yourself as well. And then if you ever feel stuck in a rut like I feel, you'll be able to accept that it's simply time to move on.

Thank you for all the kindness everyone, and I wish you all the best.