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Posted 13 years agoI'm going to be shutting up shop and not taking on any suits anymore. I decided this a little while ago but figured it would be appropriate to make a jorunal to announce it. Thanks to everyone who likes my work but I feel I need to pull back and improve more if I'm to come back and make suits by commission :).
I have a few still left in this batch who are happy for me to continue with so I'll be completing those first ^^. I also probably will continue to make some suits (more as a hobby) and I'll work hard to better myself.
Thanks everyone for your support and understanding!
Catch you later :)
I have a few still left in this batch who are happy for me to continue with so I'll be completing those first ^^. I also probably will continue to make some suits (more as a hobby) and I'll work hard to better myself.
Thanks everyone for your support and understanding!
Catch you later :)
Fursuit FAQs :D
Posted 14 years agoThought I'd write up some FAQs as people seem to be asking the same questions in notes :)
Can I get a quote?
Sorry commissions and quotes are currently closed until I open up as prices are liable to change. I will happily quote you when I say I'm open again though :)
How much does a fursuit cost?
You'll have to get a quote as I stated above when I'm open for commissions but my fursuits range roughly from
Halfsuit: $1500USD+
Fullsuit: $2500USD+
How do payment plans work?
Theres a 30% non-refundable down payment that begins the commission, that can be done in payments if you need to but I wont be able to start gathering materials or start on your project until it's come in. After that you can pay as often and in as many amounts as you wish, I don't mind but just know I wont be sending out the costume until all payments have been completed. Some people like to make the last payment after they've seen the final photos which is more than fine, even if I've finished your costume and you're still paying it off I don't mind holding it in storage until the payments have been completed. The maximum time for paying off a suit is 12 months from when the contract was signed, if the suit hasnt been payed off by then it defaults to becoming my propperty and I can sell it on as I wish. I feel my payment plan is very leniant and if you're worried that you wont be able to pay off a costume in 12 months I would reccomend you saved up some more before commissioning.
Reference sheets?
I require very accurate reference images to make your costume. I don't need a 3 way ref although it's prefered, but I can work from a few images of your character from different angles. If I cant see a marking in the picture clearly do not come upset to me later as I am not liable for anything I can't see. Written references and photos of your pets are not okay. Please keep in mind I reserve the right to refuse to work from images if they differ from pictures to picture or if the art is shoddy/cant understand what's going on. I wont work from pictures of other people character you want to alter a few markings on the reference has to be owned by you.
Can I send you fur?
You'll have to send me a tester first or link me to a website you got it from. I only work with top quality materials. I'll take off $19 per yard of fur you send over for the project off the final price however wont take off shipping costs it takes to send it here sorry.
Can I send you measurements for my bodysuit? How do I measure the rest of it?
No, Duct Tape dummies for fullsuits are mandatory, no exceptions. For heads I need measurements, for hands I need a photograph of your hand next to a ruler, for feet I need shoe size.
Will you make a copyrighted character for me?
No.
Where can i get fur online from?
http://www.mendels.com/fur2.shtml
http://www.distinctivefabric.com/fa.....ct=SLDLGHRFUR1
http://www.mohairbearmakingsupplies.co.uk/
http://www.crscraft.com/lobby.asp
Do you trade?
Sometimes, it depends on what you can offer and also if I have the time. Please keep in mind fursuit making for me is my fulltime job, so any time on trades is costing me money so the offer back has to be something I'm very interested in. Also I might decline because I dont have spare money at the time to make a costume (yes I live out of home so bills, rent, food for myself and animals takes priority sorry)
Do you make tails, hands or feet that arent included in a half or fullsuit package?
Usually about once a year I'll open up for a few batches of tails but wont take them usually no.
How do i make a fursuit?
Look up turtorials, theres loads of them around and dont forget to actually look at photos of the species you are making!!!
A website that helped me make my first was TaniDaReal's fursuit tutorial websites found here http://fursuit.tanidareal.com/
Can I get a quote?
Sorry commissions and quotes are currently closed until I open up as prices are liable to change. I will happily quote you when I say I'm open again though :)
How much does a fursuit cost?
You'll have to get a quote as I stated above when I'm open for commissions but my fursuits range roughly from
Halfsuit: $1500USD+
Fullsuit: $2500USD+
How do payment plans work?
Theres a 30% non-refundable down payment that begins the commission, that can be done in payments if you need to but I wont be able to start gathering materials or start on your project until it's come in. After that you can pay as often and in as many amounts as you wish, I don't mind but just know I wont be sending out the costume until all payments have been completed. Some people like to make the last payment after they've seen the final photos which is more than fine, even if I've finished your costume and you're still paying it off I don't mind holding it in storage until the payments have been completed. The maximum time for paying off a suit is 12 months from when the contract was signed, if the suit hasnt been payed off by then it defaults to becoming my propperty and I can sell it on as I wish. I feel my payment plan is very leniant and if you're worried that you wont be able to pay off a costume in 12 months I would reccomend you saved up some more before commissioning.
Reference sheets?
I require very accurate reference images to make your costume. I don't need a 3 way ref although it's prefered, but I can work from a few images of your character from different angles. If I cant see a marking in the picture clearly do not come upset to me later as I am not liable for anything I can't see. Written references and photos of your pets are not okay. Please keep in mind I reserve the right to refuse to work from images if they differ from pictures to picture or if the art is shoddy/cant understand what's going on. I wont work from pictures of other people character you want to alter a few markings on the reference has to be owned by you.
Can I send you fur?
You'll have to send me a tester first or link me to a website you got it from. I only work with top quality materials. I'll take off $19 per yard of fur you send over for the project off the final price however wont take off shipping costs it takes to send it here sorry.
Can I send you measurements for my bodysuit? How do I measure the rest of it?
No, Duct Tape dummies for fullsuits are mandatory, no exceptions. For heads I need measurements, for hands I need a photograph of your hand next to a ruler, for feet I need shoe size.
Will you make a copyrighted character for me?
No.
Where can i get fur online from?
http://www.mendels.com/fur2.shtml
http://www.distinctivefabric.com/fa.....ct=SLDLGHRFUR1
http://www.mohairbearmakingsupplies.co.uk/
http://www.crscraft.com/lobby.asp
Do you trade?
Sometimes, it depends on what you can offer and also if I have the time. Please keep in mind fursuit making for me is my fulltime job, so any time on trades is costing me money so the offer back has to be something I'm very interested in. Also I might decline because I dont have spare money at the time to make a costume (yes I live out of home so bills, rent, food for myself and animals takes priority sorry)
Do you make tails, hands or feet that arent included in a half or fullsuit package?
Usually about once a year I'll open up for a few batches of tails but wont take them usually no.
How do i make a fursuit?
Look up turtorials, theres loads of them around and dont forget to actually look at photos of the species you are making!!!
A website that helped me make my first was TaniDaReal's fursuit tutorial websites found here http://fursuit.tanidareal.com/
Commissions CLOSED
Posted 14 years agoWell, filled up all my spots now. :D Thanks to everyone who got a quote.
I'll probably be opening up for my next batch in July 2011
Quotes are now CLOSED as prices will be re-evaluated before the next batch.
I'll probably be opening up for my next batch in July 2011
Quotes are now CLOSED as prices will be re-evaluated before the next batch.
Fursuits open for June-August completion
Posted 14 years agoHello everyone!
Just an update to let everyone know I'm open for a couple of fursuit spots for July-August completion!
I'm only taking on heads, partials and fullsuits at this time.
If you're interested and want a quote email me at rarakie[at]gmail.com or send me a note.
What you will need to include:
-A picture of your character. This has to be a colored image. It has to show all markings, 3 or 2 way refs are encouraged. There cant be any markings on the character that cant be seen. If someone say commissioned me for a head with only a front view picture and then got upset later because I didn't include the skull and crossbones tattoo on the back of it's head I'm not liable to change it.
Descriptions are okay in some instances, for example "I am a male pure black wolf. My eyes are bright yellow and I have a lime green mokawk". However things like "I am a cat with some stripes on my face and 2 love hearts" cannot be quoted.
-What sort of suit parts you want for it. For example "I want just a head" "I want a fullsuit" or "I want a partial with head, hands, feet, tail and arm sleeves"
Expect a reply within 12 hours :)
Just an update to let everyone know I'm open for a couple of fursuit spots for July-August completion!
I'm only taking on heads, partials and fullsuits at this time.
If you're interested and want a quote email me at rarakie[at]gmail.com or send me a note.
What you will need to include:
-A picture of your character. This has to be a colored image. It has to show all markings, 3 or 2 way refs are encouraged. There cant be any markings on the character that cant be seen. If someone say commissioned me for a head with only a front view picture and then got upset later because I didn't include the skull and crossbones tattoo on the back of it's head I'm not liable to change it.
Descriptions are okay in some instances, for example "I am a male pure black wolf. My eyes are bright yellow and I have a lime green mokawk". However things like "I am a cat with some stripes on my face and 2 love hearts" cannot be quoted.
-What sort of suit parts you want for it. For example "I want just a head" "I want a fullsuit" or "I want a partial with head, hands, feet, tail and arm sleeves"
Expect a reply within 12 hours :)
I'm alive!
Posted 15 years agoHey guys! Sorry I haven't updated this place very much, still working on lots of suits that ill be ready in time for FC and am hoping to take on a few more suits soonish when I get back from my holiday here in California :)
Hope you all are doing well :D
~Rarakie
Hope you all are doing well :D
~Rarakie
Welcome to the new FurGenStudios!
Posted 15 years agoHello and welcome!
We're currently just setting the account at the moment so keep your eyes peeled for new stuff :)
My main account
is filled and comprises mainly of art so I wanted to make a seperate account for fursuit work.
Yes, commissions are open at the moment :D The actual website will be up running soon but for now I'll just be working through here and my email Rarakie[at]gmail.com
Estimating prices are as of follows:
Fursuiting:
- Head: $670- $890 depending on complexity.
- Half suit (head, tail, handpaws, feetpaws): $1350-2100dependent on complexity.
- Fullsuit (the whole works): $2300-$3700 depending on complexity
Note: These prices do NOT include shipping. Shipping is determined by what you commission and where you live.
Want my fursuit terms and conditions? go here: http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/1636228/
We're currently just setting the account at the moment so keep your eyes peeled for new stuff :)
My main account
is filled and comprises mainly of art so I wanted to make a seperate account for fursuit work.Yes, commissions are open at the moment :D The actual website will be up running soon but for now I'll just be working through here and my email Rarakie[at]gmail.com
Estimating prices are as of follows:
Fursuiting:
- Head: $670- $890 depending on complexity.
- Half suit (head, tail, handpaws, feetpaws): $1350-2100dependent on complexity.
- Fullsuit (the whole works): $2300-$3700 depending on complexity
Note: These prices do NOT include shipping. Shipping is determined by what you commission and where you live.
Want my fursuit terms and conditions? go here: http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/1636228/
Fursuit Terms and conditions
Posted 15 years agoRarakie's Fursuit/Mascot Terms and Conditions :D
If the fursuit you receive is not working how it should be, provided the client's information was accurate and it was my fault something is mal-working, I will be available for fixing the problem (does not apply if the design is wrong), for up to 60 days from the date in which client received the costume via mail, provided client accepts to pay shipping both ways.
I send fursuits with both insurance and tracking :)
- I will not make a costume or fursuit of a character with copyrights, trademarks or own/usage/publication/distribution rights from a third-party attached to it. When placing your order, you acknowledge that you own copyrights, trademarks or any other distribution/usage rights of your character, and assume responsibility for it.
- You acknowledge and allow for a maximal completion time 12 months; Most times commissions are finished earlier, but you agree to this, in order to allow for unexpected circumstances which might delay your commission order.
- Please do not ask for price reductions by using lower quality materials.
- I do not use any real animal parts in my works. No real leather, fur, teeth, noses, antlers, etc. All work is made of synthetic materials and items, in where fur is artificial, and noses, teeth, horns, antlers or body parts are cast from clay, plastic or other materials. No real animal-parts will be accepted under any circumstance from client to be used as materials.
- The workshop where I work is located at my house; There might be indirect contact with dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs; Please don't commission work if you are allergic to housepets, for I don't hold any responsibility for damages, injuries or allergic reactions to my work. Use is under client's responsibility.
At the moment, the only accepted method of payment is via paypal. I will only start working in the commission when 30% of the payment is done in advance. This is definitive. Please don't send any money BEFORE your order is accepted, for I'll have to refuse it, and charge you for any expenses derived from it.
If client does cancel commission for any reason, a total re-fund will not be given, as I will have all ready bought the materials and started on your costume. I then have the right to sell it on.
GuaranteesIf the fursuit you receive is not working how it should be, provided the client's information was accurate and it was my fault something is mal-working, I will be available for fixing the problem (does not apply if the design is wrong), for up to 60 days from the date in which client received the costume via mail, provided client accepts to pay shipping both ways.
I send fursuits with both insurance and tracking :)
Restrictions- I will not make a costume or fursuit of a character with copyrights, trademarks or own/usage/publication/distribution rights from a third-party attached to it. When placing your order, you acknowledge that you own copyrights, trademarks or any other distribution/usage rights of your character, and assume responsibility for it.
- You acknowledge and allow for a maximal completion time 12 months; Most times commissions are finished earlier, but you agree to this, in order to allow for unexpected circumstances which might delay your commission order.
- Please do not ask for price reductions by using lower quality materials.
- I do not use any real animal parts in my works. No real leather, fur, teeth, noses, antlers, etc. All work is made of synthetic materials and items, in where fur is artificial, and noses, teeth, horns, antlers or body parts are cast from clay, plastic or other materials. No real animal-parts will be accepted under any circumstance from client to be used as materials.
- The workshop where I work is located at my house; There might be indirect contact with dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs; Please don't commission work if you are allergic to housepets, for I don't hold any responsibility for damages, injuries or allergic reactions to my work. Use is under client's responsibility.
PaymentAt the moment, the only accepted method of payment is via paypal. I will only start working in the commission when 30% of the payment is done in advance. This is definitive. Please don't send any money BEFORE your order is accepted, for I'll have to refuse it, and charge you for any expenses derived from it.
If client does cancel commission for any reason, a total re-fund will not be given, as I will have all ready bought the materials and started on your costume. I then have the right to sell it on.
