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Furitup open for limited fursuit slots!!!
Posted 7 years agoHey everyone!
Furitup is finally open for limited fursuit slots! So now is your chance to join the Furitup family.
If your are looking to commission or just wanting to get a quote please fill out my quote form linked below.
Quote link: www.furitup.com/quote-form
Furitup is finally open for limited fursuit slots! So now is your chance to join the Furitup family.
If your are looking to commission or just wanting to get a quote please fill out my quote form linked below.
Quote link: www.furitup.com/quote-form
1 fullsuit slot open!!!!
Posted 8 years agoHey everyone :)
Due to unforeseen events a commissioner had to back out of their slot. I'm looking to have that fullsuit slot filled.
Would love to make a toony suit with a static jaw, but it's not a must. I will need at 50% down payment to put you on the queue.
If interested please email me at Furitup[at]gmail.com with your reference sheet
Due to unforeseen events a commissioner had to back out of their slot. I'm looking to have that fullsuit slot filled.
Would love to make a toony suit with a static jaw, but it's not a must. I will need at 50% down payment to put you on the queue.
If interested please email me at Furitup[at]gmail.com with your reference sheet
Special update from Furitup
Posted 9 years agoA friendly reminder that I have a Trello setup to show what is being worked on and who is in each batch. (In no particular order)
Commissioners who have paid in full will have their suits worked on first. All others who still owe payments will be worked on after. Once I get to your commission/batch I will email you to discuss your commission and make sure everything is in order before I being work.
I'll be posting weekly updates from now on to show that work is being finished on a timely manner. If you don't see me post something here chances are I've posted either on my Twitter account or Instagram.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/furitup
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/furitup/?hl=en
Trello: https://trello.com/b/UqZTaWBd/furitup-queue-list
I deeply appreciate all of you and how amazingly patient you've been with me during this process. I will continue to work hard everyday and complete as many suits as humanely possible each month.
What about future commissions????
I've been getting a lot of emails asking me when i plan to open up for commissions again. While i am extremely flattered, as of right now I don't have any plans of opening up for new work till my queue is done. Whenever I do open up again I'll be taking on very small batches at a time to keep turnaround times short or just stick to making premades. I haven't decided yet.
Commissioners who have paid in full will have their suits worked on first. All others who still owe payments will be worked on after. Once I get to your commission/batch I will email you to discuss your commission and make sure everything is in order before I being work.
I'll be posting weekly updates from now on to show that work is being finished on a timely manner. If you don't see me post something here chances are I've posted either on my Twitter account or Instagram.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/furitup
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/furitup/?hl=en
Trello: https://trello.com/b/UqZTaWBd/furitup-queue-list
I deeply appreciate all of you and how amazingly patient you've been with me during this process. I will continue to work hard everyday and complete as many suits as humanely possible each month.
What about future commissions????
I've been getting a lot of emails asking me when i plan to open up for commissions again. While i am extremely flattered, as of right now I don't have any plans of opening up for new work till my queue is done. Whenever I do open up again I'll be taking on very small batches at a time to keep turnaround times short or just stick to making premades. I haven't decided yet.
Furitup on Twitch tv!!
Posted 9 years agoHey everyone! Just wanted to let you know that Furitup has a Twitch tv account for live streaming fursuit work and other art related stuff! :D
Twitch link: https://www.twitch.tv/furitup
Now there is a question i want to ask you though!
Would you guys prefer i stream on Twitch.tv or Picarto.tv???? Not sure which would be best for future viewers.
Twitch link: https://www.twitch.tv/furitup
Now there is a question i want to ask you though!
Would you guys prefer i stream on Twitch.tv or Picarto.tv???? Not sure which would be best for future viewers.
MFF Furitup Photoshoot info! Please read!
Posted 10 years agoMFF Furitup photoshoot:
Meeting time: 12noon on Saturday
Pics start at 12:15 to give ppl time to get there.
We're meeting in the downstairs headless lounge!
PLEASE DON'T BE LATE
See you there! Look for YapKat!
Meeting time: 12noon on Saturday
Pics start at 12:15 to give ppl time to get there.
We're meeting in the downstairs headless lounge!
PLEASE DON'T BE LATE
See you there! Look for YapKat!
Comissioners please read! Plus other things going on :)
Posted 10 years agoHey everyone!! Just got back from Furpocalypse and it was my first time selling in the Dealers Den. That was a awesome experience, but man was i tired. >__<
Sold a good amount of goodies from my table and was lucky enough to find Voodoo werewolf a home, but it's now time to find a home for the fox partial that didn't sale at the con. So keep an eye out for the auction of that fella soon ^__^
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Fursuit commission updates!
Im getting as much suit work as done as quickly as possible. Have finished a few off the list already, but havent had much of a chance to post pictures up. Makes me sad.
Right now i'll be finishing up Milkshake's bodysuit and the start working on several other fullsuit commissions that are already in the works.
Which would be as follows (no particular order) :
Peter pitbull
Kirbs (head and feet left)
Zoemare (horse fullsuit)
zoethemare
Alexi border collie
alexicivitas
CaniLupine (wolf fullsuit)
If you see your name on the list of what is being worked on right now, please note me or just comment what your feet size is as i would like to get all the feetpaws set up for the carving stage soon :)
I want to apologize for how long it has been taking me to get work done, but i will do my best to get all these orders done asap! So keep an eye out for WIP pics soon either on my FA account, facebook, instragram, or twitter account! :) Just look for ErisValgen or Furitup
Sold a good amount of goodies from my table and was lucky enough to find Voodoo werewolf a home, but it's now time to find a home for the fox partial that didn't sale at the con. So keep an eye out for the auction of that fella soon ^__^
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Fursuit commission updates!
Im getting as much suit work as done as quickly as possible. Have finished a few off the list already, but havent had much of a chance to post pictures up. Makes me sad.
Right now i'll be finishing up Milkshake's bodysuit and the start working on several other fullsuit commissions that are already in the works.
Which would be as follows (no particular order) :
Peter pitbull
Kirbs (head and feet left)
Zoemare (horse fullsuit)
zoethemareAlexi border collie
alexicivitasCaniLupine (wolf fullsuit)
If you see your name on the list of what is being worked on right now, please note me or just comment what your feet size is as i would like to get all the feetpaws set up for the carving stage soon :)
I want to apologize for how long it has been taking me to get work done, but i will do my best to get all these orders done asap! So keep an eye out for WIP pics soon either on my FA account, facebook, instragram, or twitter account! :) Just look for ErisValgen or Furitup
Brand new chibi valgen dragon! Last chance to take offers!
Posted 10 years agoOnly have till the end of today at 11:59pm CST to send in your offers to have this adorable Valgen dragon made into digitgrade fullsuit! :D
Current offer: $3,200
*Suit measurements*
Head size: can fit a 24" or below (could fit a 25", but will be a snug fit
Handpaws: one size fits most
Tail: double looped, polyfil stuffed
Bodysuit and feet will be made to fit the wearer. DTD is required for the bodysuit.
*Payment plan*
50% is required as down payment and the rest paid off in 3 installments.
Please email me at furitup[at]gmail.com with you offer or if you have any questions.
Current offer: $3,200
*Suit measurements*
Head size: can fit a 24" or below (could fit a 25", but will be a snug fit
Handpaws: one size fits most
Tail: double looped, polyfil stuffed
Bodysuit and feet will be made to fit the wearer. DTD is required for the bodysuit.
*Payment plan*
50% is required as down payment and the rest paid off in 3 installments.
Please email me at furitup[at]gmail.com with you offer or if you have any questions.
Taking offers on Brand New Chibi Valgen dragon! :D
Posted 10 years agoHey everyone! :D
I'm taking offers on this super adorable, brand new chibi Valgen dragon!
Valgen partial pic here: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/17111975/
Send me a note or email me at furitup[at]gmail.com
Valgen dragons are exclusive to the Furitup family and it's your only way to get one!
*Suit info*
* A static jaw head with 3D toony follow me eyes
*Can fit a head 24" or lower (It could fit a 25" head, but it'll be a snug fit)
*vinyl horns
*pink fleece tongue
*Hidden zipper at the back of the head
*Puffy toony handpaws style (marine vinyl pawpads)
*Long fluffy dragon tail
*excellent vision and ventilation
*All sewn in markings
Fullsuit design would look like: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/16906640/
There is a fullsuit upgrade option for those interested in a complete suit fitted to you! If you choose the fullsuit option i will need a DTD.
There is a payment plan available of 50% down and the rest paid off in 3 installments. Can have the suit done in time for Furpocalypse or sooner :D
WILL BE TAKING OFFERS TILL SUNDAY EVENING
I'm taking offers on this super adorable, brand new chibi Valgen dragon!
Valgen partial pic here: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/17111975/
Send me a note or email me at furitup[at]gmail.com
Valgen dragons are exclusive to the Furitup family and it's your only way to get one!
*Suit info*
* A static jaw head with 3D toony follow me eyes
*Can fit a head 24" or lower (It could fit a 25" head, but it'll be a snug fit)
*vinyl horns
*pink fleece tongue
*Hidden zipper at the back of the head
*Puffy toony handpaws style (marine vinyl pawpads)
*Long fluffy dragon tail
*excellent vision and ventilation
*All sewn in markings
Fullsuit design would look like: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/16906640/
There is a fullsuit upgrade option for those interested in a complete suit fitted to you! If you choose the fullsuit option i will need a DTD.
There is a payment plan available of 50% down and the rest paid off in 3 installments. Can have the suit done in time for Furpocalypse or sooner :D
WILL BE TAKING OFFERS TILL SUNDAY EVENING
Fox partial for sale! No reserve! :D
Posted 10 years agoHey guys!!! I have a fox partial for sale that has only been used in photoshoots for a total wear time of 2 hours and is in excellent condition.
Sadly i dont have the time to fursuit as im busy with work and i hate to see a suit i made just sit in the corner of my work room and collect dust.
*CAN SHIP OUT JUST IN TIME FOR ANTHROCON!*
*This is the only way to get a suit from me as i do not plan to open for new commissions any time soon*
What you are bidding on
* A resin head base with a moving jaw and follow me eyes (vision through tearduct)
*Can fit a head 24" or lower (It could fit a 25" head, but it'll be a snug fit)
*wefted hair at the back of the neck
*armsleeves (fits most)
*Hidden zipper at the back of the head
*4 finger handpaws style (silicone pawpads/ resin claws)
*Fluffy fox tail
*outdoor style digitigrade feetpaws (Size: 9 women US)
*All sewn in markings
Auction link: https://www.furbuy.com/auctions/1073547.html
Mentions of this partial for sale would be greatly appreciated:D
Sadly i dont have the time to fursuit as im busy with work and i hate to see a suit i made just sit in the corner of my work room and collect dust.
*CAN SHIP OUT JUST IN TIME FOR ANTHROCON!*
*This is the only way to get a suit from me as i do not plan to open for new commissions any time soon*
What you are bidding on
* A resin head base with a moving jaw and follow me eyes (vision through tearduct)
*Can fit a head 24" or lower (It could fit a 25" head, but it'll be a snug fit)
*wefted hair at the back of the neck
*armsleeves (fits most)
*Hidden zipper at the back of the head
*4 finger handpaws style (silicone pawpads/ resin claws)
*Fluffy fox tail
*outdoor style digitigrade feetpaws (Size: 9 women US)
*All sewn in markings
Auction link: https://www.furbuy.com/auctions/1073547.html
Mentions of this partial for sale would be greatly appreciated:D
*Fursuit update*
Posted 10 years agoHey everyone! Been working on multiple suits here in my studio that its full of tails, handpaws, feetpaws, heads, and more. Will have a few finished this month so yay! :3
I appreciate the patience my commissioners have shown me during this process. Thank you! It really helps ease the stress as i continue finishing up work as quickly as i can.
I also been getting emails/notes/shouts when i plan to take on new commissions. As of right now i have NO PLAN ON OPENING ANYTIME SOON. I just want to focus on finishing up my current queue and then make premades for a bit.
Again thank you for your patience and support :)
I appreciate the patience my commissioners have shown me during this process. Thank you! It really helps ease the stress as i continue finishing up work as quickly as i can.
I also been getting emails/notes/shouts when i plan to take on new commissions. As of right now i have NO PLAN ON OPENING ANYTIME SOON. I just want to focus on finishing up my current queue and then make premades for a bit.
Again thank you for your patience and support :)
Give this artist some love!!!!! DO IT!!! XD
Posted 10 years agoOkay guys!!! You totally need to give 
frozenfate a watch!! Just love his art style, especially the way he draws my raverhound species! <3 <3 <3
Frozenfate totally captured the look of my raverhounds how i always imagine them in my head. The shape of the ears, muzzle, tail, and so on. Example: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/16196104/ It's just beautiful *cries*
Don't get me wrong, i love all the raverhounds that have been draw by other artists!!! All sexy in their own way and 100x better then i could ever draw them with my artistic skills XD
Seriously though go give this artist some love!!
frozenfate a watch!! Just love his art style, especially the way he draws my raverhound species! <3 <3 <3 Frozenfate totally captured the look of my raverhounds how i always imagine them in my head. The shape of the ears, muzzle, tail, and so on. Example: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/16196104/ It's just beautiful *cries*
Don't get me wrong, i love all the raverhounds that have been draw by other artists!!! All sexy in their own way and 100x better then i could ever draw them with my artistic skills XD
Seriously though go give this artist some love!!
What should be my next premade toony head?!!!
Posted 10 years agoI'll be making a premade head for auction soon since i need to redo the flooring for my studio. Bleh i tell yea.
So i am trying to figure out what you guys would like to see made. Right now people have suggested...
Cat
Chibi dragon
dino
bird
Any other suggestion guys??? The one with the most picks will be made :)
**Premade fursuit head will be worked on in-between commissions**
So i am trying to figure out what you guys would like to see made. Right now people have suggested...
Cat
Chibi dragon
dino
bird
Any other suggestion guys??? The one with the most picks will be made :)
**Premade fursuit head will be worked on in-between commissions**
What's happening at Furitup fursuit wise! (Commissioners!)
Posted 10 years agoI've been getting A LOT of people asking when i will open again for commissions. Currently I am backlogged on projects and it would be irresponsible of me to open for any new commissions till my queue is cleared out. I feel horrible and ashamed that its taking longer than i thought to finish each suit even if it's just me doing all of the work. Wish i had clones that could help with the work load!
That being said, since keeping some kind of income flow will be necessary keep an eye out for some auctions till I'm able to open up for custom commissions again.
I feel ashamed that i haven't been able to finish your suits at a faster pace than I hoped. I really am sorry.
Im sure a lot of you are wondering where you are on the queue and what's going to happen.
I created a Trello account that shows where everyone is in the queue from oldest to newest commission. As i continue to work on suits i will be marking off process so you can see what has been done. I'll be working in batches starting from batch 1 and so on. I tried to make it simple and easy to follow to help put everyone's mind at ease and not think i just forgotten about you.
If you have any questions please ask!!!
Trello link: https://trello.com/b/UqZTaWBd/furitup-queue-list
That being said, since keeping some kind of income flow will be necessary keep an eye out for some auctions till I'm able to open up for custom commissions again.
To my commissionersI feel ashamed that i haven't been able to finish your suits at a faster pace than I hoped. I really am sorry.
Im sure a lot of you are wondering where you are on the queue and what's going to happen.
I created a Trello account that shows where everyone is in the queue from oldest to newest commission. As i continue to work on suits i will be marking off process so you can see what has been done. I'll be working in batches starting from batch 1 and so on. I tried to make it simple and easy to follow to help put everyone's mind at ease and not think i just forgotten about you.
If you have any questions please ask!!!
Trello link: https://trello.com/b/UqZTaWBd/furitup-queue-list
Suggestions for fursuit collar felt pendants?
Posted 10 years agoHey everyone :3
My sister would love some suggestions in what you want to see made into a felt pendant for the fursuit collars being made.
Right now we are working on
Kawaii star
Star fruit
Kawaii donut
Bone
Kawaii carrot
Kawaii toast
Kawaii sushi
What would you guys love to see made or be interested in buying?
My sister would love some suggestions in what you want to see made into a felt pendant for the fursuit collars being made.
Right now we are working on
Kawaii star
Star fruit
Kawaii donut
Bone
Kawaii carrot
Kawaii toast
Kawaii sushi
What would you guys love to see made or be interested in buying?
Looking to buy brown seal fur!!! :D
Posted 10 years agoOkay so i am in need of 2 yards of high quality brown seal faux fur. I do not like CrCrafts seal fur they sale. Looking for more of Shannons Fabric or Imstuffedfur.com quality seal fur.
If anyone has some and is looking to sale hit me up!!!
If anyone has some and is looking to sale hit me up!!!
I have a Furitup twitter and Instagram account! :D
Posted 11 years agoHey everyone ^_____^
Just wanted to let you know I have a Furitup twitter & Instagram account that you can follow! I post a lot of wip pics there of my work than i do here on my FA account or just other things in general. So come follow me there *runs all over the place*
Twitter account: https://twitter.com/Furitup
Instagram account http://instagram.com/furitup/
Just wanted to let you know I have a Furitup twitter & Instagram account that you can follow! I post a lot of wip pics there of my work than i do here on my FA account or just other things in general. So come follow me there *runs all over the place*
Twitter account: https://twitter.com/Furitup
Instagram account http://instagram.com/furitup/
New concept artist has joined Furitup! :D
Posted 11 years agoGreat news everyone!!!
I would like to introduce the newest concept artist to the Furitup team
silverpocky *throws confetti into the air*
She is here to help in case my other 2 concept artist are booked with commissions ^____^
If you are looking for a new reference sheet please check her out too!!
Her prices start at
$40+ for a 2 view turnaround
$60+ for a 3 view turnaround
Example
2 view: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/15572418/
3 view: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/14216667/
I would like to introduce the newest concept artist to the Furitup team
silverpocky *throws confetti into the air* She is here to help in case my other 2 concept artist are booked with commissions ^____^
If you are looking for a new reference sheet please check her out too!!
Her prices start at
$40+ for a 2 view turnaround
$60+ for a 3 view turnaround
Example
2 view: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/15572418/
3 view: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/14216667/
Help! Need white teddy fur!
Posted 11 years agoHey guys! I am in need of 1 yard of teddy white fur. I rather not have to buy it from Crcrafts.com as they aren't always 100% reliable.
So is there anyone out there that can spare 1 yard? Will pay asap! :)
So is there anyone out there that can spare 1 yard? Will pay asap! :)
*Brand New* Fox partial up for auction! CHECK IT OUT!! :D
Posted 11 years agoHey everyone!! I did some changes to the partial i recently made and decided to just make it normal fox. I know shame on me, but its so freakin cute with a hair tuft! XD
It it now up for auction and includes some upgrade :D
auction link http://www.thedealersden.com/auctio.....tion_id=117030
Video of the suit in motion: http://instagram.com/p/x5grHXRZd0/?modal=true
You can totally have this adorable guy in time for Furry fiesta! :D
Spread the word please! ^___^
It it now up for auction and includes some upgrade :D
auction link http://www.thedealersden.com/auctio.....tion_id=117030
Video of the suit in motion: http://instagram.com/p/x5grHXRZd0/?modal=true
You can totally have this adorable guy in time for Furry fiesta! :D
Spread the word please! ^___^
Smaug on Colbert Report!! LOVE THAT DRAGON!!! <3
Posted 11 years agoMFF Furitup Photoshoot detai!! Please read!! :D
Posted 11 years agoMFF is right around the corner and this year Fur It Up is having a Photoshoot on Friday Dec 5th at 10am
**Event Information
DATE: Friday December 5th
TIME: 10:00 AM MEET UP / 10:30 AM PHOTOSHOOT
LOCATION: Meetup is by the sitting area near elevators
PHOTOGRAPHER:
torien and 
amberyn77
I know the photoshoot is early, but this allows more people to attend since there are no other panels, etc.
If you are interested in attending, please either RSVP at the link below or contact Amberyn via Twitter (@Amberyn77). Having a head count is helpful. If you have any Fur It Up bandannas or props, feel free to bring them.
https://www.facebook.com/events/157.....ilter=upcoming
I can't wait to see you all there **hugs**
**Event Information
DATE: Friday December 5th
TIME: 10:00 AM MEET UP / 10:30 AM PHOTOSHOOT
LOCATION: Meetup is by the sitting area near elevators
PHOTOGRAPHER:
torien and 
amberyn77I know the photoshoot is early, but this allows more people to attend since there are no other panels, etc.
If you are interested in attending, please either RSVP at the link below or contact Amberyn via Twitter (@Amberyn77). Having a head count is helpful. If you have any Fur It Up bandannas or props, feel free to bring them.
https://www.facebook.com/events/157.....ilter=upcoming
I can't wait to see you all there **hugs**
MFF Furitup suiter roll call!!! PHOTOSHOOT!
Posted 11 years agoFuritup will be having a group photoshoot at MFF this year and i have to say I'm pretty excited to see who will be there :D
amberyn77 and her husband torien will be hosting the photoshoot :D
Please leave a comment and let me know who is all going! Right now it seems that Friday would be the prefect time to have the photoshoot, but we'll see :D
So....which of my furitup kiddos will be at MFF this year?!
amberyn77 and her husband torien will be hosting the photoshoot :DPlease leave a comment and let me know who is all going! Right now it seems that Friday would be the prefect time to have the photoshoot, but we'll see :D
So....which of my furitup kiddos will be at MFF this year?!
FURPOCALYPSE MEME
Posted 11 years agoWhere are you staying?
Main Hotel, Crowne Plaza
What day are you getting there?
Thursday
Who will you be rooming with?
My bf
and 
Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Anyone really, but i'll be busy selling at the con friday and saturday XD
What is the best way to find you?
Look for my fursuit, at the artist alley, or you can tweet me ErisValgen
Are there any panels you might be attending?
The masquerade and dance comp
What do you look like?
I look like a girl LOL
Will you be suiting?
Yes, in my werefox, Eris
Do you do trades?
Nope. I sell fursuit though!
Do you do badges/commissions?
I do take commissions :D
What is your gender?
Im female woot! BOOBIES!!
How tall are you?
5' 4"
Are you mated/in a relationship?
I'm in a awesome relationship with fionnadh
Can I talk to you?
Sure! Dont see why you can't lol
Can I touch you?
A hug is fine. No bad touch!!! That's only for my boyfriend XD
Can I visit your room?
If I specifically invite you.
Can I buy you drinks?
Omg yes please!
Can I give you stuff?
I love stuff! <3
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Hugs in suit is fine :)
Are you nice?
I think i am :D
How long are you going?
Thurs-Mon
Do you have an artist table?
Yes i will!
I'll be selling jewelry, bandannas, tails, paws, and more :D Come by and check out my table!
Will you be going to parties?
If im invited yes!
Will you be performing?
Nope!
Do you have prints/CDs?
Nope
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
Just call out, "ERIS!!!"
Can I look in your sketchbook?
I dont have one XD
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
If i have one
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
If I invite you or you ask politely
Can I take your picture?
Only when im suiting. Im not a fan of having my picture taken out of suit
What's your goal(s) for the con this year?
Sale all the stuff of my artist alley table, party, DRINK, and meet up with friends! :D
Main Hotel, Crowne Plaza
What day are you getting there?
Thursday
Who will you be rooming with?
My bf
and 
Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Anyone really, but i'll be busy selling at the con friday and saturday XD
What is the best way to find you?
Look for my fursuit, at the artist alley, or you can tweet me ErisValgen
Are there any panels you might be attending?
The masquerade and dance comp
What do you look like?
I look like a girl LOL
Will you be suiting?
Yes, in my werefox, Eris
Do you do trades?
Nope. I sell fursuit though!
Do you do badges/commissions?
I do take commissions :D
What is your gender?
Im female woot! BOOBIES!!
How tall are you?
5' 4"
Are you mated/in a relationship?
I'm in a awesome relationship with
fionnadhCan I talk to you?
Sure! Dont see why you can't lol
Can I touch you?
A hug is fine. No bad touch!!! That's only for my boyfriend XD
Can I visit your room?
If I specifically invite you.
Can I buy you drinks?
Omg yes please!
Can I give you stuff?
I love stuff! <3
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Hugs in suit is fine :)
Are you nice?
I think i am :D
How long are you going?
Thurs-Mon
Do you have an artist table?
Yes i will!
I'll be selling jewelry, bandannas, tails, paws, and more :D Come by and check out my table!
Will you be going to parties?
If im invited yes!
Will you be performing?
Nope!
Do you have prints/CDs?
Nope
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
Just call out, "ERIS!!!"
Can I look in your sketchbook?
I dont have one XD
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
If i have one
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
If I invite you or you ask politely
Can I take your picture?
Only when im suiting. Im not a fan of having my picture taken out of suit
What's your goal(s) for the con this year?
Sale all the stuff of my artist alley table, party, DRINK, and meet up with friends! :D
What it means to be a costume artist
Posted 11 years agoI thought i would share a journal 
posted a day ago.
You can find the original post here: http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/6173150/
Im not venting or anything, trust me, I just wanted to share a post that i thought was helpful information to get to know what a costume artist goes through :)
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We *all* make this shit up as we go along, even the pros. Over time, we streamline that process, but we're still making shit up.
We don't get things like raises/promotions. We have to fight and justify raising prices every time we realize we're not actually machines capable of working at peak efficiency 100% of the time, but tend to quote for the best case scenario. When we do raise prices so we're making what we would if we worked a regular job instead, we're met with scorn and backlash.
We don't get a HR department to deal with harassment, and we don't get a PR agent to handle our public face. We (well most of us, some of us have gotten so overwhelmed we've taken on some help) have to answer every email with the utmost professionalism, even when people are being pushy, inconsiderate, or just plain rude, lest we irk the furry drama mill and become labeled as difficult to work with. We are public figures, and there are people looking for any reason to tear us down.
Also, we don't get to blame delays on other people's mistakes in most cases. We don't get to take sick days, we don't get paid OT, and we have almost no recompense for any mistakes, recasts, or underestimated time to build. Health insurance? That's funny! We are expected to function like a company of one person, without the benefits.
We are distant and not the most eager to open up to people, because that usually ends in someone schmoozing for discounts or people trying to steal our 'trademark techniques' (see above about making shit up). This attitude doesn't come from feeling elitist, it comes from feeling like we have a motherfucking target on our backs. But we're labeled as 'popufur bitches' and treated like we think we're better than everyone else. If only people knew how isolated most of us feel.
WE ARE REGULAR PEOPLE TOO. We have bills to pay, and pets to feed, and sometimes medical expenses and *gasp* a lot of us would like to buy houses/cars/retire eventually. When we are stiffed a payment because someone can't prioritize their own finances, we often are left scrambling to make our own ends meet. Some of us have help from a partner/spouse, and we're lucky to have it. Some of us don't, and rely solely on this income to survive. A missed payment on the part of a customer could mean waiting to buy groceries for an artist. That whole 'starving artist' allegory is a thing for a reason.
Your email about your totally amazing costume idea might actually be interesting, but for us answering emails is work we don't get paid to do! Most of us are not going to want to read through walls of text and be expected to reply regularly, especially before we've received any money from you. As much as we love costumes (honestly, would we put up with all this shit if we didn't?), it's still work. You think an accountant wants to sit and talk about your finances on their free time? Maybe if you pay them... it's called 'consultation', and we should be fucking charging for it.
Did I mention we make this shit up as we go along, and that we're not machines? We handmake virtually every component, and most are custom to the individual project we're working on (particularly bodysuit patterns). We may have a formula we follow, but your individual patterns with your colors and markings, and your weirdly specific tail and ear shapes, those we built just for you.
Often we're working from physically incompatible reference art (I don't know how many times I've gotten terribly misleading concept art with a portly DTD), and we have to make your meat puppet fit inside these costumes. Sometimes we may need to edit the fit for you! Or adjust/add markings that aren't quite right. We are not machines, and we're making this shit up as we go along for you.
Oh, and we're making these costumes to fit someone who we've never seen in person's DTD in most occasions, or at least to the measurements the customer provides. If the measurements are improperly taken, or the DTD is made poorly or improperly, and the fit isn't perfect, it reflects on us in a negative way. People ALWAYS assume it's the artist's fault, and very rarely stop to wonder if perhaps the commissioner's poor ability to follow instructions is to blame. Mistakes/errors are easy to make on both sides, but generally what happens first is public bitching about our incompetence/lack of ability and THEN maybe, if we're lucky, we will get the opportunity to fix an error. IF we even hear about it ourselves at all.
Handmade things are inherently on the fragile side! Most of us put a lot of thought into choosing materials that are as durable as reasonably possible, while also maintaining your materials budget. This does NOT mean these costumes are indestructible! Paint will chip and fade with abuse and time, seams WILL pop or wear out occasionally, or thread ends will come unknotted. Fur requires proper maintenance, or it will crimp/mat. Claws can come off, foam can fail, resin can warp. These costumes will not transform you into a different being, and they will make you hot and sweaty because you're essentially wearing a couch, complete with cushions for a lot of them.
Through all of this, we're condescended to often by family, friends, or the like for 'not having a real job'. Some of us have a better support circle than others, but a lot of us aren't taken seriously because we choose to do this, rather than sit in a cubicle crunching numbers for some corporation. It's demoralizing having someone who works an entry level job ask you if you found a 'real job' yet. I think we have a much more real job than most.
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posted a day ago.You can find the original post here: http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/6173150/
Im not venting or anything, trust me, I just wanted to share a post that i thought was helpful information to get to know what a costume artist goes through :)
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We *all* make this shit up as we go along, even the pros. Over time, we streamline that process, but we're still making shit up.
We don't get things like raises/promotions. We have to fight and justify raising prices every time we realize we're not actually machines capable of working at peak efficiency 100% of the time, but tend to quote for the best case scenario. When we do raise prices so we're making what we would if we worked a regular job instead, we're met with scorn and backlash.
We don't get a HR department to deal with harassment, and we don't get a PR agent to handle our public face. We (well most of us, some of us have gotten so overwhelmed we've taken on some help) have to answer every email with the utmost professionalism, even when people are being pushy, inconsiderate, or just plain rude, lest we irk the furry drama mill and become labeled as difficult to work with. We are public figures, and there are people looking for any reason to tear us down.
Also, we don't get to blame delays on other people's mistakes in most cases. We don't get to take sick days, we don't get paid OT, and we have almost no recompense for any mistakes, recasts, or underestimated time to build. Health insurance? That's funny! We are expected to function like a company of one person, without the benefits.
We are distant and not the most eager to open up to people, because that usually ends in someone schmoozing for discounts or people trying to steal our 'trademark techniques' (see above about making shit up). This attitude doesn't come from feeling elitist, it comes from feeling like we have a motherfucking target on our backs. But we're labeled as 'popufur bitches' and treated like we think we're better than everyone else. If only people knew how isolated most of us feel.
WE ARE REGULAR PEOPLE TOO. We have bills to pay, and pets to feed, and sometimes medical expenses and *gasp* a lot of us would like to buy houses/cars/retire eventually. When we are stiffed a payment because someone can't prioritize their own finances, we often are left scrambling to make our own ends meet. Some of us have help from a partner/spouse, and we're lucky to have it. Some of us don't, and rely solely on this income to survive. A missed payment on the part of a customer could mean waiting to buy groceries for an artist. That whole 'starving artist' allegory is a thing for a reason.
Your email about your totally amazing costume idea might actually be interesting, but for us answering emails is work we don't get paid to do! Most of us are not going to want to read through walls of text and be expected to reply regularly, especially before we've received any money from you. As much as we love costumes (honestly, would we put up with all this shit if we didn't?), it's still work. You think an accountant wants to sit and talk about your finances on their free time? Maybe if you pay them... it's called 'consultation', and we should be fucking charging for it.
Did I mention we make this shit up as we go along, and that we're not machines? We handmake virtually every component, and most are custom to the individual project we're working on (particularly bodysuit patterns). We may have a formula we follow, but your individual patterns with your colors and markings, and your weirdly specific tail and ear shapes, those we built just for you.
Often we're working from physically incompatible reference art (I don't know how many times I've gotten terribly misleading concept art with a portly DTD), and we have to make your meat puppet fit inside these costumes. Sometimes we may need to edit the fit for you! Or adjust/add markings that aren't quite right. We are not machines, and we're making this shit up as we go along for you.
Oh, and we're making these costumes to fit someone who we've never seen in person's DTD in most occasions, or at least to the measurements the customer provides. If the measurements are improperly taken, or the DTD is made poorly or improperly, and the fit isn't perfect, it reflects on us in a negative way. People ALWAYS assume it's the artist's fault, and very rarely stop to wonder if perhaps the commissioner's poor ability to follow instructions is to blame. Mistakes/errors are easy to make on both sides, but generally what happens first is public bitching about our incompetence/lack of ability and THEN maybe, if we're lucky, we will get the opportunity to fix an error. IF we even hear about it ourselves at all.
Handmade things are inherently on the fragile side! Most of us put a lot of thought into choosing materials that are as durable as reasonably possible, while also maintaining your materials budget. This does NOT mean these costumes are indestructible! Paint will chip and fade with abuse and time, seams WILL pop or wear out occasionally, or thread ends will come unknotted. Fur requires proper maintenance, or it will crimp/mat. Claws can come off, foam can fail, resin can warp. These costumes will not transform you into a different being, and they will make you hot and sweaty because you're essentially wearing a couch, complete with cushions for a lot of them.
Through all of this, we're condescended to often by family, friends, or the like for 'not having a real job'. Some of us have a better support circle than others, but a lot of us aren't taken seriously because we choose to do this, rather than sit in a cubicle crunching numbers for some corporation. It's demoralizing having someone who works an entry level job ask you if you found a 'real job' yet. I think we have a much more real job than most.
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Furpocalypse main hotel room help!!! D:
Posted 11 years agoWould anyone happen to know someone who is looking to give up their double bed room at the main hotel for furpocalypse this year or might be looking for some roommates??
Right now i currently have a suite booked at the main hotel, but i rather have something a bit small. Can anyone hep me out?? D:
Right now i currently have a suite booked at the main hotel, but i rather have something a bit small. Can anyone hep me out?? D:
