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Posted 11 years agoAn Economics LEsson From Rukis
Posted 12 years agoTHIS IS NOT MY POST! THIS WAS ORIGINALLY POSTED BY RUKIS AND IT IS BEAUTIFUL! Go check out his page...NOW!
"Economics lesson, kiddies.
Art, as a consumer product, is a LUXURY ITEM. If you can't afford it, it's because you, like most people in the world, either do not earn enough money to purchase luxury items or choose not to spend your money on something that is not essential to your life.
Complain to anyone outside this fandom that you can't afford art. I dare you. Watch them stare at you in bewilderment, wondering WHY the hell you'd expect you could. There absolutely IS no difference between what some people are calling professional artists outside this fandom, and artists who work professionally inside this fandom. If you aren't bothering to require a contract with rights and deadlines with the artist you work with in this fandom, that is your choice, not the artist's. Most artists in this community already have Terms of Use. If you haven't bothered to read them, also your fault.
Why do you expect us to perform at a professional level if you aren't treating us like professionals? Most commission rates paid inside this community are a pittance, unsustainable as any type of income source. If you want higher quality work, you need to pay for it. Pay a hobbyist, you're going to get hobbyist rates. Don't expect that a person who cannot live on their wage will be able to commit the necessary time towards honing it to a professional level.
And stop whining. I haven't bothered responding to a one of the entitled, spoiled, bratty little comments on my recent meme message, so this is a blanket statement. Just because YOU personally cannot afford something does not mean that item, which in this case is a unique, one-of-a-kind creation crafted by the dedicated hours of someone who has been practicing their craft likely for their ENTIRE LIFE, is not WORTH the money you cannot afford to pay. What it means is that YOU CANNOT AFFORD IT. And how is that a surprise?! Most people in the world do not own original art! Let alone original art drawn SPECIFICALLY FOR THEM. The fact that so many furries own not one, but multiple pieces of original art is mind-boggling, and has spoiled the whole of us into believing we all deserve to.
Art is not your electric bill. Art is not food, or gas for your car, or even an education. Pay your damned bills, and stop complaining that you can't afford art BECAUSE you have to pay your bills. Or because you don't make enough money. Art is not necessary for you to live. Enjoy the insane amount of free art you have access to, if you can't afford to buy the custom kind.
And stop assuming artists are goddamn millionaires, please. I'm not boasting when I say I personally am likely one of the most well-paid artists in this fandom. And if you could all see the way I live, you'd understand WHY that isn't a boast. I have a fifteen-year-old car, live in a busted up old house, spend money ONLY on my business, bills and food, and have to budget myself extremely carefully throughout the year to keep up with the rent. And I'm doing WELL, as far as furry artists go. This is anything but a posh gig. I can't speak for most furry artists, but I commit, on average, 8-14 hours a day to work, I get no vacations except for conventions, which anyone can attest I work through the entirety of, and I'm still constantly running ragged and wishing I had more time in the day.
We do this as a career because we love it, guys. Believe me. . . almost anything else would be easier. Go hug your local furry artist.
I won't bother reading comments on this journal, honestly, because I have no interest in taking part in the shitstorm. I hope this at least got through to some of you, though. And to all those who already understood all of this. . . thank you. I'm aware it's just a few bad eggs spoiling the bunch, and that most of you have functioning brains."
-Rukis
"Economics lesson, kiddies.
Art, as a consumer product, is a LUXURY ITEM. If you can't afford it, it's because you, like most people in the world, either do not earn enough money to purchase luxury items or choose not to spend your money on something that is not essential to your life.
Complain to anyone outside this fandom that you can't afford art. I dare you. Watch them stare at you in bewilderment, wondering WHY the hell you'd expect you could. There absolutely IS no difference between what some people are calling professional artists outside this fandom, and artists who work professionally inside this fandom. If you aren't bothering to require a contract with rights and deadlines with the artist you work with in this fandom, that is your choice, not the artist's. Most artists in this community already have Terms of Use. If you haven't bothered to read them, also your fault.
Why do you expect us to perform at a professional level if you aren't treating us like professionals? Most commission rates paid inside this community are a pittance, unsustainable as any type of income source. If you want higher quality work, you need to pay for it. Pay a hobbyist, you're going to get hobbyist rates. Don't expect that a person who cannot live on their wage will be able to commit the necessary time towards honing it to a professional level.
And stop whining. I haven't bothered responding to a one of the entitled, spoiled, bratty little comments on my recent meme message, so this is a blanket statement. Just because YOU personally cannot afford something does not mean that item, which in this case is a unique, one-of-a-kind creation crafted by the dedicated hours of someone who has been practicing their craft likely for their ENTIRE LIFE, is not WORTH the money you cannot afford to pay. What it means is that YOU CANNOT AFFORD IT. And how is that a surprise?! Most people in the world do not own original art! Let alone original art drawn SPECIFICALLY FOR THEM. The fact that so many furries own not one, but multiple pieces of original art is mind-boggling, and has spoiled the whole of us into believing we all deserve to.
Art is not your electric bill. Art is not food, or gas for your car, or even an education. Pay your damned bills, and stop complaining that you can't afford art BECAUSE you have to pay your bills. Or because you don't make enough money. Art is not necessary for you to live. Enjoy the insane amount of free art you have access to, if you can't afford to buy the custom kind.
And stop assuming artists are goddamn millionaires, please. I'm not boasting when I say I personally am likely one of the most well-paid artists in this fandom. And if you could all see the way I live, you'd understand WHY that isn't a boast. I have a fifteen-year-old car, live in a busted up old house, spend money ONLY on my business, bills and food, and have to budget myself extremely carefully throughout the year to keep up with the rent. And I'm doing WELL, as far as furry artists go. This is anything but a posh gig. I can't speak for most furry artists, but I commit, on average, 8-14 hours a day to work, I get no vacations except for conventions, which anyone can attest I work through the entirety of, and I'm still constantly running ragged and wishing I had more time in the day.
We do this as a career because we love it, guys. Believe me. . . almost anything else would be easier. Go hug your local furry artist.
I won't bother reading comments on this journal, honestly, because I have no interest in taking part in the shitstorm. I hope this at least got through to some of you, though. And to all those who already understood all of this. . . thank you. I'm aware it's just a few bad eggs spoiling the bunch, and that most of you have functioning brains."
-Rukis
100 Random Questions.
Posted 12 years agoGrab the book nearest to you, turn to page 18, and find line 4. "I want to learn them. They are perfectly charming."
Stretch your left arm out as far as you can, What can you touch? You don't want to know.
Before you started this survey, what were you doing? Actually, taking another survey.
What is the last thing you watched on TV? Some silly show on aliens.
Without looking, guess what time it is: 5:26
Now look at the clock. What is the actual time? : 5:23
With the exception of the computer, what can you hear? A cat eating.
When did you last step outside? What were you doing? I was going out for breakfast.
Did you dream last night? Not that I can remember.
Do you remember your dreams? Not often.
When did you last laugh? The last time I remember was right before bed last night.
Do you remember why / at what? Remembering a part of Tim and Eric
What is on the walls of the room you are in? Nothing. This room stays sterile.
Seen anything weird lately? I saw a man trying to get something out of a storm drain.
What do you think of this quiz? I'm liking the range of questions.
What is the last film you saw? I watched The Producers the other day.
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live? Just above the clouds on a floating island/airship.
If you became a multi-millionaire overnight, what would you buy? Art supplies, for starters.
Tell me something about you that most people don't know.: How I think of the people that don't know how I think of them.
If you could change one thing about the world, regardless of guilt or politics, what would you do? I'd like to abolish national borders. Having to have a passport wherever you go gets annoying.
Do you like to dance? What kind. I like to slow dance with someone, but not much other than that.
Would you ever consider living abroad? Every day.
Does your name make any interesting anagrams? My favorite is "Little Omen", though "Let me in, Lot" is fun if you remember your bible stories. The funniest though would be "El Melon Tit", just above "Omelet Lint".
Who made the last incoming call on your phone? I'm not allowed to give names.
What is the last thing you downloaded onto your computer? The song Nancy Boy
Last time you swam in a pool? Oh gosh, that was too long ago.
Type of music you like most? I'm quite partial to Industrial these days.
Type of music you dislike most? Country.
Are you listening to music right now? Yes
What color is your bedroom carpet? White
If you could change something about your home, without worry about expense or mess, what would you do? Probably add propellers so I can fly it away when I want to.
What was the last thing you bought? Breakfast.
Have you ever ridden on a motorbike? Yes
Would you go bungee jumping or sky diving? In a heartbeat.
Do you have a garden? I used to
Do you really know all the words to your national anthem? I dont even remember the ones I used to know
What is the first thing you think of when you wake up in the morning? The fact that I have to wake up.
If you could eat lunch with one famous person, who would it be? If I'm just looking for a fun time....I might actually have to say Tarantino.
Who sent the last text message you received? Trent Reznor
Which store would you choose to max out your credit card? Probably some sort of antique store.
What time is bed time? When I get tired.
Have you ever been in a beauty pageant? Actually yes. AND I won, but only because the boys wanted to make me feel more at home. Stitches don't usually go over well in beauty contests.
How many tattoos do you have? Only one so far.
If you don't have any, have you ever thought of getting one?
What did you do for your last birthday? I believe I went on with business as usual.
Do you carry a donor card? Yes, as ironic as it is for a frankenfur to carry one.
Who was the last person you ate dinner with? I forget her name, but she looked hungry.
Is the glass half empty or half full? There are more important questions. Whats in the glass?
What's the farthest-away place you've been? That's a difficult question.
When's the last time you ate a homegrown tomato? I had some home grown tomatoes in an omelet recently.
Have you ever won a trophy? No
Are you a good cook? Depends on the dish and how important the person I'm cooking it for is to me.
Do you know how to pump your own gas? Are there people who dont?
If you could meet any one person (from history or currently alive), who would it be? Whoever inflicted the first destructive blow to the Alexandrian library. And I'd knock his fucking head off.
Have you ever had to wear a uniform to school? I never went to school.
Do you touch-type? What does that mean.
What's under your bed? Some lint maybe.
Do you believe in love at first sight? I'm not convinced yet.
Think fast, what do you like right now? UM UM UM! .......The smell of wet leaves.
Where were you on Valentine's day? In front of the tv with Ben and Jerry's
What time do you get up? When I have to.
What was the name of your first pet? I called it simply Bird
Who is the second to last person to call you? I friends pocket
Is there anything going on this weekend? I dont think so.
How are you feeling right now? Like my eyes hurt.
What do you think about the most? Existential philosophy mostly
What time do you get up in the morning? Didn't you ask that already?
If you had A Big Win in the Lottery, how long would you wait to tell people? I probably wouldn't.
Who would you tell first? My roommate
What is the last movie that you saw at the cinema? I think The Dark Knight Rises
Do you sing in the shower? Not very well.
Which store would you choose to max out your credit card? You definitely asked that one already.
What do you do most when you are bored? Think
What do you do for a living? Funeral Services
Do you love your job? For the most part.
What did you want to be when you grew up? Alive
If you could have any job, what would you want to do/be? Film maker
Which came first the chicken or the egg? That's a question for evolution.
How many keys on your key ring? More than I know what to do with
Where would you retire to? Hmmm, maybe Italy?
What kind of car do you drive? Usually just the hearse
What are your best physical features? The mate would say my stitches probably, but most other seem to enjoy my stature.
What are your best characteristics? My acceptance of things, I think.
If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation where would you go? Good question. I dont know.
What kind of books do you like to read? Ones that teach me something that changes my view on the world.
Where would you want to retire to? Stop repeating yourself.
What is your favorite time of the day? Night time.
Where did you grow up? I lived in America for nearly a decade, but really did my growing up in Germany.
How far away from your birthplace do you live now? Quite a ways.
What are you reading now? Rereading Frankenstein
Are you a morning person or a night owl? Night owl, most definitely.
Can you touch your nose with your tongue? Yes. Most canines can.
Can you close your eyes and raise your eyebrows? Of course.
Do you have pets? Yes
How many rings before you answer the phone? If its the business phone, as few as it takes me to get there.
What is your best childhood memory? Escape
What are some of the different jobs that you have had in your life? Far too many to name.
Any new and exciting things that you would like to share? I'm STARVING!
What is most important in life? Food in my belly, a nice cup of tea, and a good movie to watch when I find the time.
What Inspires You? Questions, so this has been fun.
Stretch your left arm out as far as you can, What can you touch? You don't want to know.
Before you started this survey, what were you doing? Actually, taking another survey.
What is the last thing you watched on TV? Some silly show on aliens.
Without looking, guess what time it is: 5:26
Now look at the clock. What is the actual time? : 5:23
With the exception of the computer, what can you hear? A cat eating.
When did you last step outside? What were you doing? I was going out for breakfast.
Did you dream last night? Not that I can remember.
Do you remember your dreams? Not often.
When did you last laugh? The last time I remember was right before bed last night.
Do you remember why / at what? Remembering a part of Tim and Eric
What is on the walls of the room you are in? Nothing. This room stays sterile.
Seen anything weird lately? I saw a man trying to get something out of a storm drain.
What do you think of this quiz? I'm liking the range of questions.
What is the last film you saw? I watched The Producers the other day.
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live? Just above the clouds on a floating island/airship.
If you became a multi-millionaire overnight, what would you buy? Art supplies, for starters.
Tell me something about you that most people don't know.: How I think of the people that don't know how I think of them.
If you could change one thing about the world, regardless of guilt or politics, what would you do? I'd like to abolish national borders. Having to have a passport wherever you go gets annoying.
Do you like to dance? What kind. I like to slow dance with someone, but not much other than that.
Would you ever consider living abroad? Every day.
Does your name make any interesting anagrams? My favorite is "Little Omen", though "Let me in, Lot" is fun if you remember your bible stories. The funniest though would be "El Melon Tit", just above "Omelet Lint".
Who made the last incoming call on your phone? I'm not allowed to give names.
What is the last thing you downloaded onto your computer? The song Nancy Boy
Last time you swam in a pool? Oh gosh, that was too long ago.
Type of music you like most? I'm quite partial to Industrial these days.
Type of music you dislike most? Country.
Are you listening to music right now? Yes
What color is your bedroom carpet? White
If you could change something about your home, without worry about expense or mess, what would you do? Probably add propellers so I can fly it away when I want to.
What was the last thing you bought? Breakfast.
Have you ever ridden on a motorbike? Yes
Would you go bungee jumping or sky diving? In a heartbeat.
Do you have a garden? I used to
Do you really know all the words to your national anthem? I dont even remember the ones I used to know
What is the first thing you think of when you wake up in the morning? The fact that I have to wake up.
If you could eat lunch with one famous person, who would it be? If I'm just looking for a fun time....I might actually have to say Tarantino.
Who sent the last text message you received? Trent Reznor
Which store would you choose to max out your credit card? Probably some sort of antique store.
What time is bed time? When I get tired.
Have you ever been in a beauty pageant? Actually yes. AND I won, but only because the boys wanted to make me feel more at home. Stitches don't usually go over well in beauty contests.
How many tattoos do you have? Only one so far.
If you don't have any, have you ever thought of getting one?
What did you do for your last birthday? I believe I went on with business as usual.
Do you carry a donor card? Yes, as ironic as it is for a frankenfur to carry one.
Who was the last person you ate dinner with? I forget her name, but she looked hungry.
Is the glass half empty or half full? There are more important questions. Whats in the glass?
What's the farthest-away place you've been? That's a difficult question.
When's the last time you ate a homegrown tomato? I had some home grown tomatoes in an omelet recently.
Have you ever won a trophy? No
Are you a good cook? Depends on the dish and how important the person I'm cooking it for is to me.
Do you know how to pump your own gas? Are there people who dont?
If you could meet any one person (from history or currently alive), who would it be? Whoever inflicted the first destructive blow to the Alexandrian library. And I'd knock his fucking head off.
Have you ever had to wear a uniform to school? I never went to school.
Do you touch-type? What does that mean.
What's under your bed? Some lint maybe.
Do you believe in love at first sight? I'm not convinced yet.
Think fast, what do you like right now? UM UM UM! .......The smell of wet leaves.
Where were you on Valentine's day? In front of the tv with Ben and Jerry's
What time do you get up? When I have to.
What was the name of your first pet? I called it simply Bird
Who is the second to last person to call you? I friends pocket
Is there anything going on this weekend? I dont think so.
How are you feeling right now? Like my eyes hurt.
What do you think about the most? Existential philosophy mostly
What time do you get up in the morning? Didn't you ask that already?
If you had A Big Win in the Lottery, how long would you wait to tell people? I probably wouldn't.
Who would you tell first? My roommate
What is the last movie that you saw at the cinema? I think The Dark Knight Rises
Do you sing in the shower? Not very well.
Which store would you choose to max out your credit card? You definitely asked that one already.
What do you do most when you are bored? Think
What do you do for a living? Funeral Services
Do you love your job? For the most part.
What did you want to be when you grew up? Alive
If you could have any job, what would you want to do/be? Film maker
Which came first the chicken or the egg? That's a question for evolution.
How many keys on your key ring? More than I know what to do with
Where would you retire to? Hmmm, maybe Italy?
What kind of car do you drive? Usually just the hearse
What are your best physical features? The mate would say my stitches probably, but most other seem to enjoy my stature.
What are your best characteristics? My acceptance of things, I think.
If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation where would you go? Good question. I dont know.
What kind of books do you like to read? Ones that teach me something that changes my view on the world.
Where would you want to retire to? Stop repeating yourself.
What is your favorite time of the day? Night time.
Where did you grow up? I lived in America for nearly a decade, but really did my growing up in Germany.
How far away from your birthplace do you live now? Quite a ways.
What are you reading now? Rereading Frankenstein
Are you a morning person or a night owl? Night owl, most definitely.
Can you touch your nose with your tongue? Yes. Most canines can.
Can you close your eyes and raise your eyebrows? Of course.
Do you have pets? Yes
How many rings before you answer the phone? If its the business phone, as few as it takes me to get there.
What is your best childhood memory? Escape
What are some of the different jobs that you have had in your life? Far too many to name.
Any new and exciting things that you would like to share? I'm STARVING!
What is most important in life? Food in my belly, a nice cup of tea, and a good movie to watch when I find the time.
What Inspires You? Questions, so this has been fun.
75 of the most random questions ever!
Posted 12 years ago1. First thing you wash in the shower? Shoulders and working my way down. Let gravity do half the work.
2. What color is your favorite hoodie? Does a black overcoat with a hood count?
3. Would you kiss the last person you kissed again? Hmmmm......maybe if intoxicated.
4. Do you plan outfits? Sometimes, if there is an occassion
5. How are you feeling RIGHT now? Having a little trouble waking up.
6. Whats the closest thing to you thats red? My blood
7. Do you say aim or a-i-m? aim
8. Tell me about the last dream you remember having? I had invented a "couples coffee cup" with two handles on either side, meant to be used by both people at once. No idea how that would have worked out.
9. Did you meet anybody new today? There was a cat outside I hadn't seen before.
10. What are you craving right now? Hugs
11. Do you floss? Almost never.
12. What comes to mind when I say cabbage? Ireland
13. When was the last time you talked on aim? Around 2004
14. Are you emotional? Very much so, but more internally than outwardly.
15. Would you dance to the taco song? I've never heard of it, but probably.
16. Have you ever counted to 1,000? I used to do it all the time.
17. Do you bite into your ice cream or just lick it? Sort of a bite with the lips thing.
18. Do you like your hair? Most days.
19. Do you like yourself? After 89 years, you just sort of learn to live with yourself, heh. But honestly, I'd say yes.
20. Have you ever met a celebrity? They were all more celebrities of the underground.
21. Do you like cottage cheese? I say no, but honestly I've never had it.
22. What are you listening to right now? To Die For by The Birthday Massacre
23. How many countries have you visited? Visited or lived in? Lived in America, Germany, England, Ireland, and visited numerous others.
24. Are your parents strict? I never had parents.
25. Would you go sky diving? In a heartbeat.
26. Would you go out to eat with George W. Bush? Yes
27. Would you throw potatoes at him? Depends on how he answered my questions.
28. Is there anything sparkly in the room you’re in? Does stainless steel count? If so, surgical tools.
29. Have you ever been in a castle? Oh yes.
30. Do you rent movies often? I miss renting movies.
31. Who sits in behind you in your math class? I've never had a math class.
32. Have you made a prank phone call? Surely at some point.....but maybe not now that I think of it.
33. Do you own a gun? Yes.
34. Can you count backwards from 74? I've counted backwards from one hundred, so I'll take that bet and raise you.
35. Who are you going to be with tonight? My roommate, I'm sure.
36. Brown or white eggs? Brown, preferably.
37. Do you own something from Hot Topic? A few things.
38. Ever been on a train? You can't live in Europe and not take a train somewhere.
39. Ever been in love? Yes, but lets change the subject.
40. Do you have a cell-phone? That's a boring change of subject.
41. Are you too forgiving? That's more like it. Um...to certain people I am. To others, I look for an opportunity to push them away.
42. Do you use chap stick? Only if I have to. Makes my fur look greasy.
43. What is your best friend doing tomorrow? Hopefully taking me to the post office.
44. Can you use chop sticks? Every time I eat asian
45. Ever have cream puffs? Are you speaking of a specific kind?
46. Have you ever seen The Butterfly Effect? Yes
47. What was the last question you asked? How is it going
48. What was the last CD you bought? Oh gosh....regretfully, I think it might have been the New Moon soundtrack. Bad movie, good songs.
49. Boys or girls? Boys...well, men preferably.
50. What is your bus number for school? I was tutored.
51. Is your hair curly? Straight
52. Last time you cried? Not long ago, but it wasn't for any reason.
53. Ever walked into a wall? Of course not........I slammed into it.
54. Do looks matter? Good ones dont hurt.
55. Have you ever bought anything from Pac Sun? I take it that's a store.
56. Have you ever slapped someone? Yes. The first one was a drunk acting up.
57. Favorite time of the year? Autumn, when it is still comfortable outside, but a thin jacket is needed and the leaves are that brilliant shade of red.
58. Favorite color? Does black count?
59. Are you sarcastic? Me? Sarcastic? Nooooo, I'd NEVER be sarcastic! *eye roll*
60. Do you have any tattoos? Under my fur. But you'll never see it.
61. The last person you held hands with? We both wanted to cuddle, and hand holding just kind of went along.
62. Do you sleep with the TV on? Yes
63. Where was your default picture taken at? ....I'm confused.
64. Do you hate or dislike more than 3 people? Far more than three.
65. Do you like your life right now? It's a little uneventful, but all in all I can't complain at all.
66. How often do you talk on the phone? Never. Not being able to see a person when I talk to them makes my stutter flare up.
67. What is your favorite animal? I'm quite partial to three-toed sloths, but nothing makes me squeal quite like tigers. So it's a tie.
68. What was the most recent thing you bought? Dinner.
69. Do you have good vision? Depends on who's eyes I have at the time.
70. Can you hula hoop? Quite well after a couple of sips from the bottle.
71. Could you ever forgive a cheater? Yes. As much as we like to imagine we're penguins, it's not in our instincts to remain monogamous. I can't stay mad at someone for letting nature get in the way of better judgement every once in a great while.
72. Do you have a job? Yes
73. Can you handle the truth? Did I ask a question?
74. What are you wearing? Are you hitting on me, number seventy four?
75. Have you ever crawled through a window? Both in AND out. *shines nails on vest smugly* I think we're done here.
2. What color is your favorite hoodie? Does a black overcoat with a hood count?
3. Would you kiss the last person you kissed again? Hmmmm......maybe if intoxicated.
4. Do you plan outfits? Sometimes, if there is an occassion
5. How are you feeling RIGHT now? Having a little trouble waking up.
6. Whats the closest thing to you thats red? My blood
7. Do you say aim or a-i-m? aim
8. Tell me about the last dream you remember having? I had invented a "couples coffee cup" with two handles on either side, meant to be used by both people at once. No idea how that would have worked out.
9. Did you meet anybody new today? There was a cat outside I hadn't seen before.
10. What are you craving right now? Hugs
11. Do you floss? Almost never.
12. What comes to mind when I say cabbage? Ireland
13. When was the last time you talked on aim? Around 2004
14. Are you emotional? Very much so, but more internally than outwardly.
15. Would you dance to the taco song? I've never heard of it, but probably.
16. Have you ever counted to 1,000? I used to do it all the time.
17. Do you bite into your ice cream or just lick it? Sort of a bite with the lips thing.
18. Do you like your hair? Most days.
19. Do you like yourself? After 89 years, you just sort of learn to live with yourself, heh. But honestly, I'd say yes.
20. Have you ever met a celebrity? They were all more celebrities of the underground.
21. Do you like cottage cheese? I say no, but honestly I've never had it.
22. What are you listening to right now? To Die For by The Birthday Massacre
23. How many countries have you visited? Visited or lived in? Lived in America, Germany, England, Ireland, and visited numerous others.
24. Are your parents strict? I never had parents.
25. Would you go sky diving? In a heartbeat.
26. Would you go out to eat with George W. Bush? Yes
27. Would you throw potatoes at him? Depends on how he answered my questions.
28. Is there anything sparkly in the room you’re in? Does stainless steel count? If so, surgical tools.
29. Have you ever been in a castle? Oh yes.
30. Do you rent movies often? I miss renting movies.
31. Who sits in behind you in your math class? I've never had a math class.
32. Have you made a prank phone call? Surely at some point.....but maybe not now that I think of it.
33. Do you own a gun? Yes.
34. Can you count backwards from 74? I've counted backwards from one hundred, so I'll take that bet and raise you.
35. Who are you going to be with tonight? My roommate, I'm sure.
36. Brown or white eggs? Brown, preferably.
37. Do you own something from Hot Topic? A few things.
38. Ever been on a train? You can't live in Europe and not take a train somewhere.
39. Ever been in love? Yes, but lets change the subject.
40. Do you have a cell-phone? That's a boring change of subject.
41. Are you too forgiving? That's more like it. Um...to certain people I am. To others, I look for an opportunity to push them away.
42. Do you use chap stick? Only if I have to. Makes my fur look greasy.
43. What is your best friend doing tomorrow? Hopefully taking me to the post office.
44. Can you use chop sticks? Every time I eat asian
45. Ever have cream puffs? Are you speaking of a specific kind?
46. Have you ever seen The Butterfly Effect? Yes
47. What was the last question you asked? How is it going
48. What was the last CD you bought? Oh gosh....regretfully, I think it might have been the New Moon soundtrack. Bad movie, good songs.
49. Boys or girls? Boys...well, men preferably.
50. What is your bus number for school? I was tutored.
51. Is your hair curly? Straight
52. Last time you cried? Not long ago, but it wasn't for any reason.
53. Ever walked into a wall? Of course not........I slammed into it.
54. Do looks matter? Good ones dont hurt.
55. Have you ever bought anything from Pac Sun? I take it that's a store.
56. Have you ever slapped someone? Yes. The first one was a drunk acting up.
57. Favorite time of the year? Autumn, when it is still comfortable outside, but a thin jacket is needed and the leaves are that brilliant shade of red.
58. Favorite color? Does black count?
59. Are you sarcastic? Me? Sarcastic? Nooooo, I'd NEVER be sarcastic! *eye roll*
60. Do you have any tattoos? Under my fur. But you'll never see it.
61. The last person you held hands with? We both wanted to cuddle, and hand holding just kind of went along.
62. Do you sleep with the TV on? Yes
63. Where was your default picture taken at? ....I'm confused.
64. Do you hate or dislike more than 3 people? Far more than three.
65. Do you like your life right now? It's a little uneventful, but all in all I can't complain at all.
66. How often do you talk on the phone? Never. Not being able to see a person when I talk to them makes my stutter flare up.
67. What is your favorite animal? I'm quite partial to three-toed sloths, but nothing makes me squeal quite like tigers. So it's a tie.
68. What was the most recent thing you bought? Dinner.
69. Do you have good vision? Depends on who's eyes I have at the time.
70. Can you hula hoop? Quite well after a couple of sips from the bottle.
71. Could you ever forgive a cheater? Yes. As much as we like to imagine we're penguins, it's not in our instincts to remain monogamous. I can't stay mad at someone for letting nature get in the way of better judgement every once in a great while.
72. Do you have a job? Yes
73. Can you handle the truth? Did I ask a question?
74. What are you wearing? Are you hitting on me, number seventy four?
75. Have you ever crawled through a window? Both in AND out. *shines nails on vest smugly* I think we're done here.
Free stuff, CHECK IT!
Posted 13 years agoPricing Suggestions Please?
Posted 13 years agoOkay, so I've still been thinking of opening some bust commissions for anyone interested, but i need some suggestions on what people think are good prices for each style. Here's a list of the four styles I was thinking of offering and an example picture for each of them.
1. Sketch http://www.furaffinity.net/view/7710586/
2. Inked http://www.furaffinity.net/view/7710596/
3. Flat Color http://www.furaffinity.net/view/7710602/
4. Fully shaded http://www.furaffinity.net/view/7710604/
Feel free to leave any suggestions here in the comments to this journal.
1. Sketch http://www.furaffinity.net/view/7710586/
2. Inked http://www.furaffinity.net/view/7710596/
3. Flat Color http://www.furaffinity.net/view/7710602/
4. Fully shaded http://www.furaffinity.net/view/7710604/
Feel free to leave any suggestions here in the comments to this journal.
Free Art Raffle From RedDyeNo5!!!
Posted 13 years agoFree art raffle from from RedDyeNo5 found in the link below!
https://www.furaffinity.net/journal/3276145/
https://www.furaffinity.net/journal/3276145/
I am 36% Furry
Posted 13 years ago[ ] you meow/bark to get attention
[X] you find pets toys amusing
[ ] you get hyper by the smell of catnip
[ ] you growl/hiss when someone gets too close to your food
[ ] you growl/hiss when someone you dislike is too close to you
[ ] you purr/shake your leg when someone shows you affection
[ ] if someone tosses a ball, you chase it and bring it back
Total: 1
[ ] you love to be scratched behind the ear
[X] you love fish/meat
[X] you like to stick your head out through the window of a moving car.
[ ] you like when people pet your head
[ ] people can make you stop doing stuff by hitting you on the nose with a newspaper
[X ] you think feathers are fun to play with
Total: 3
[X ] you sleep a lot during daytime
[ ] you enjoy scaring birds
[X] you lick peoples faces to show you like them
[ ] you bite people if they annoy you
[] you tend to steal food from your friends/family's plate when you have eaten all of yours
[ ] milk or water is your favorite drink
Total:2
[X ] you own a collar and you enjoy wearing it
[ ] you own a leash and enjoy wearing it
[ ] you own animal ears/tail/paws or a fursuit
[ ] you enjoy long walks in the park
[ ] you meow/bark when you see something you want
Total: 1
[X ] you call your hands and feet "paws"
[x] you tilt your head when you do not understand what someone is talking about
[ ] you run to the door when someone mentions a walk
[x] you really enjoy cuddling
[X] you stretch your body and whimper a bit every morning when you wake up
[X ] you can wake up and go back to sleep right away after looking around
Total: 5
[ ] you have your favorite spot besides your bed where you like to sleep
[ ] you meow or bark very often
[ ] you hide when you get scared
[ ] you run to the door to see who it is every time someone comes in to the house
[ ] you like to chase flying insects and try to catch them with your bare hand
[x] you tend to chew on stuff a lot
[ ] you like to do tricks to get a treat
Total: 1
[X ] you own a wearable item/tag with your name on it
[X ] you refer to yourself as an animal
[ ] your username has something to do with animals
[ ] your e-mail has something to do with animals
[x ] if you get a bleeding wound, you lick it to make it feel better
[ ] you look for edible stuff often
Total: 3
[ ] you often find yourself looking through the window for a long time
[x] you like to say hi to strangers
[ ] you like to be petted when you have done something good
[ ] people think you act like a pet
[ ] you growl/hiss at stuff you do not like
[ ] you like to eat grass
[X ] if you get wet, you shake to get rid of the water
Total: 2
Final total: 18 X 2 = 36
Take your score and multiply it by 2
Put your title as "I'm _% Furry"
[X] you find pets toys amusing
[ ] you get hyper by the smell of catnip
[ ] you growl/hiss when someone gets too close to your food
[ ] you growl/hiss when someone you dislike is too close to you
[ ] you purr/shake your leg when someone shows you affection
[ ] if someone tosses a ball, you chase it and bring it back
Total: 1
[ ] you love to be scratched behind the ear
[X] you love fish/meat
[X] you like to stick your head out through the window of a moving car.
[ ] you like when people pet your head
[ ] people can make you stop doing stuff by hitting you on the nose with a newspaper
[X ] you think feathers are fun to play with
Total: 3
[X ] you sleep a lot during daytime
[ ] you enjoy scaring birds
[X] you lick peoples faces to show you like them
[ ] you bite people if they annoy you
[] you tend to steal food from your friends/family's plate when you have eaten all of yours
[ ] milk or water is your favorite drink
Total:2
[X ] you own a collar and you enjoy wearing it
[ ] you own a leash and enjoy wearing it
[ ] you own animal ears/tail/paws or a fursuit
[ ] you enjoy long walks in the park
[ ] you meow/bark when you see something you want
Total: 1
[X ] you call your hands and feet "paws"
[x] you tilt your head when you do not understand what someone is talking about
[ ] you run to the door when someone mentions a walk
[x] you really enjoy cuddling
[X] you stretch your body and whimper a bit every morning when you wake up
[X ] you can wake up and go back to sleep right away after looking around
Total: 5
[ ] you have your favorite spot besides your bed where you like to sleep
[ ] you meow or bark very often
[ ] you hide when you get scared
[ ] you run to the door to see who it is every time someone comes in to the house
[ ] you like to chase flying insects and try to catch them with your bare hand
[x] you tend to chew on stuff a lot
[ ] you like to do tricks to get a treat
Total: 1
[X ] you own a wearable item/tag with your name on it
[X ] you refer to yourself as an animal
[ ] your username has something to do with animals
[ ] your e-mail has something to do with animals
[x ] if you get a bleeding wound, you lick it to make it feel better
[ ] you look for edible stuff often
Total: 3
[ ] you often find yourself looking through the window for a long time
[x] you like to say hi to strangers
[ ] you like to be petted when you have done something good
[ ] people think you act like a pet
[ ] you growl/hiss at stuff you do not like
[ ] you like to eat grass
[X ] if you get wet, you shake to get rid of the water
Total: 2
Final total: 18 X 2 = 36
Take your score and multiply it by 2
Put your title as "I'm _% Furry"
Pimping for a friend
Posted 13 years agoThen join this brand new group!
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<3Cutest thumbnail icons EVAH!
Posted 13 years agoThese are the cutest two thumbnail icons put together that I've ever seen....EVER!
Possible commissions/requests?
Posted 13 years agoIt seems every time I think about maybe trying my hand at taking some commissions or more specific suggestions I end up doing a picture that I'm not so proud of. Anyone willing to tell me if it seems like I'm being too critical of myself and am at a good point to try and do something like this or not?
And I don't mean you overly positive folks. You'd tell me I could take commissions if all I was drawing was stick figures. XD (You know who all you are, and you know I appreciate that positiveness)
And I don't mean you overly positive folks. You'd tell me I could take commissions if all I was drawing was stick figures. XD (You know who all you are, and you know I appreciate that positiveness)
Any idea what to draw?
Posted 13 years agoI've been on a drawing streak lately, but am feeling a little dry when it comes to ideas of what to dry. Any suggestions?
Free Art Raffle from Salkitten
Posted 13 years agoThis person is awesomesauce. For seriousness. Free art raffle from Sallkitten
http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/3189295/
http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/3189295/
Apologies to everyone
Posted 14 years agoHey folks. I apologize to anyone who's been wondering if i've been up to anything. I had a rather large slump into depression a couple of weeks back, but it seems to be gone for the most part. I can feel it sort of lurking around the house waiting to pounce on me all over again. So far though...I seem to be able to keep it away. Anyways, it seems that drawing gives it an express route right back into my head, so I've given up on trying to draw anything for the time being, or at least anything that I'll try posting on here. Some of it may end up in my scraps though. Maybe I'll just start putting all of my darker things into my scraps. who knows.
.....I'm not actually writing this to you folks, am I? I'm just writing to put it a little more into perspective for myself. O.O
.....I'm not actually writing this to you folks, am I? I'm just writing to put it a little more into perspective for myself. O.O
Awsome animated short
Posted 14 years agoA rant on music naysayers...(Dont waste your time on this)
Posted 14 years agoSo, i need to say something about music. and since I'm a bit sick of this topic, i may come across a bit heated.
I've seen a lot of people ranting about music lately. They all say the same thing. "Music is the same old shit redone by different people. All originality is gone." These people only have around five albums in their collection which are usually very generic. Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Beatles, Hendrix, etc. They're prone to weed induced rants on why music these days has gone so downhill that they stick to their old tride-and-trues.
My beef with these people (mmm, beef) is that their only way of listening to music seems to be local radio stations. If you ask me, anybody who thinks that they are going to hear anything original on the radio needs to wake up. The radio needs listeners and has to try and appeal to a broad audience. Half of them never seem to have considered trying some sort of satellite radio. Or Pandora...its free for gods sake. Personally I've found it to be a great way to discover new bands. Bands that are underground and some bands that aren't signed yet. Original bands? NO! do you realize the likelihood of there being some new original sound out there? With the amount of things that have been done in the past, the hell that comes with getting a band together that doesnt eventually want to slit eachothers throats over creative control, and then the seemingly impossible chance of getting that band heard by many, its a wonder ANYONE makes it.
And lets face it, a big reason why these people only want to listen to original music is so they can call themselves original. (As if getting high and listening to Pink Floyd is original) You want to know how to be original? Be the only person born in the past 50 years who listens to Helen Kane. Or if your into the more "evil" side of music, try Slim Whitman...that man is more terrifying than Marilyn Manson, Lady GaGa and Justin Bieber combined.
Or...and this is the most useful advice I can give...Stop complaining about originality and just enjoy music. There's a ton more out there than whats on the radio, and a great majority of it is some pretty groovy tunage. And for the love of god(s) and all things holy, try not to rant to everyone you know about "their terrible taste in music".......Especially me. (I'm gay. You can't expect me to have the best taste in music. XD)
and to anyone that says that singers today like Kesha and Katy Perry have become too slutty, need I remind you of Elvis and Marilyn Monroe?
I've seen a lot of people ranting about music lately. They all say the same thing. "Music is the same old shit redone by different people. All originality is gone." These people only have around five albums in their collection which are usually very generic. Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Beatles, Hendrix, etc. They're prone to weed induced rants on why music these days has gone so downhill that they stick to their old tride-and-trues.
My beef with these people (mmm, beef) is that their only way of listening to music seems to be local radio stations. If you ask me, anybody who thinks that they are going to hear anything original on the radio needs to wake up. The radio needs listeners and has to try and appeal to a broad audience. Half of them never seem to have considered trying some sort of satellite radio. Or Pandora...its free for gods sake. Personally I've found it to be a great way to discover new bands. Bands that are underground and some bands that aren't signed yet. Original bands? NO! do you realize the likelihood of there being some new original sound out there? With the amount of things that have been done in the past, the hell that comes with getting a band together that doesnt eventually want to slit eachothers throats over creative control, and then the seemingly impossible chance of getting that band heard by many, its a wonder ANYONE makes it.
And lets face it, a big reason why these people only want to listen to original music is so they can call themselves original. (As if getting high and listening to Pink Floyd is original) You want to know how to be original? Be the only person born in the past 50 years who listens to Helen Kane. Or if your into the more "evil" side of music, try Slim Whitman...that man is more terrifying than Marilyn Manson, Lady GaGa and Justin Bieber combined.
Or...and this is the most useful advice I can give...Stop complaining about originality and just enjoy music. There's a ton more out there than whats on the radio, and a great majority of it is some pretty groovy tunage. And for the love of god(s) and all things holy, try not to rant to everyone you know about "their terrible taste in music".......Especially me. (I'm gay. You can't expect me to have the best taste in music. XD)
and to anyone that says that singers today like Kesha and Katy Perry have become too slutty, need I remind you of Elvis and Marilyn Monroe?
Corbin Bleu's hair is a gutter monster...
Posted 15 years agoSo tonight I came to a conclusion. Me and Echo were watching High School Musical (shut up, its a great laugh) and I decided that Corbin Bleu's hair isnt made of hair at all. It's actually some strange animal that was found crawling along the side of the road and caught just before it was able to scurry down into a drainage pipe.
How this ungodly, monster of a creature came to be in Corbin's ownership is beyond me. All i have decided is that it's name was to become "Mr. Shy" And would live atop Corbin's head for the remainder of its years.
The sound mixer guy of the High School Musical movies must have had a hard time editing out the sounds of the creatures hisses and growls as it became agitated from all of Corbin's hyperactive dance moves. And need I mention how frustrating it must have been having to redo so many takes after these dance moves frightened the creature into such a state of panic that it released its bladder all down Corbin's face an back.
Just say that in your mind a few times..."A creature named Mr. Shy wetting Corbin Bleu's head"........Those are words that shall get me through many days to come.
(P.S. I was tired when I wrote this)
How this ungodly, monster of a creature came to be in Corbin's ownership is beyond me. All i have decided is that it's name was to become "Mr. Shy" And would live atop Corbin's head for the remainder of its years.
The sound mixer guy of the High School Musical movies must have had a hard time editing out the sounds of the creatures hisses and growls as it became agitated from all of Corbin's hyperactive dance moves. And need I mention how frustrating it must have been having to redo so many takes after these dance moves frightened the creature into such a state of panic that it released its bladder all down Corbin's face an back.
Just say that in your mind a few times..."A creature named Mr. Shy wetting Corbin Bleu's head"........Those are words that shall get me through many days to come.
(P.S. I was tired when I wrote this)
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