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Posted 15 years agoArt Commission Slots are open for the summer!
With college out for the semester, I need to keep my creativity busy. Despite for a few of my own projects to finish, I have virtually nothing to do and no paying job to call my own. Thus, I am humbly offering 100 $5 COMMISSIONS to anyone that wants them; watchers, friends of watchers, anyone. Plus I’ll leave room for 10 detailed color commissions and 3 hefty custom commissions.
- $5 Sketches
Slots available: 100
- $20+ Color Commissions
Slots available: 10
- Custom Fine Art and Animation Commissions (Request a Price Quote)
Slots available: 3
(NOTICE: I accept PayPal ONLY. Prices listed are for art commissions to be uploaded online. I am not shipping/mailing actual artwork. Thank You.)
Commission Type Descriptions
Each $5 sketch will be for 1 single item (character, creature, vehicle, object, etc.).
They will be simple, line sketches (pencil, pen, digital medium), perfect for concepts of original or fan characters that need to be fleshed out or revamped. First Come, First Served. They’ll look something like the individual elements in this example:
1. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....2010-163679140
2. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....2009-110280328
Each $20 commision will be for 1 detailed item (character, creature, vehicle, object, etc.). They will be Line-Art with Color (digital or traditional medium). $15 for each additional detailed item within the same piece of artwork. Included background can be a composite, a texture/gradient. A More detailed custom made backdrop can be created for an extra $15. If this is for a badge, please specify this when ordering, and note that the badge will only be available online to print/laminate at your own convenience (I am not sending actual objects through the mail). First Come, First Served.
Quality type example (note: this example has more than 1 character, and has a composite background.):
3. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....pany-144090753
Each Custom Fine Art or Animation Commission will be almost whatever you want (within reason of my abilities and my ethical regulations). These are made-to-order, and vary in price from $30 into the $100s depending upon the time, supplies, and effort involved. I will require a detailed note describing every intricate thing involved in and desired from the Art. If it’s something I’m able to do, I will reply with a price quote. Then you can decide on weather you want to order the piece. I require 25% of the quoted price upfront (non-refundable) for supplies. These are the ONLY commissions that I may provide work-in-progress photos of, and only if I require your mid-project input to properly complete the work. These are NOT First Come, First Served projects, and may be worked on alongside smaller commissions.
Examples:
4. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....d-In-111090356
5. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....ster-153354955
6. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....Linz-105643727
$5 Sketches
Slots available: 100
$20+ Color Commissions
Slots available: 10
- 3 Badges: 0%
- Kailani Fursona: 60%
Custom Fine Art and Animation Commissions (Request a Price Quote)
Slots available: 2 of 3
-
thedinogamer95 Custom Art: 0%
How to Order
Read the RULES below before ordering or requesting a price quote.
Then drop me a note with the following info:
- Describe what you’d like to order
- What type of medium
- How many items/objects/characters are involved
- What are these things? Do they have names? Visual reference available?
- Any little details I should know?
If your order request checks out with the rules below, I’ll reply with a price quote and my PayPal info. From there, you can decide to order. If you would like to go ahead with the order, simply reply agree to the price quote and send the amount requested to my PayPal. Once payment has been confirmed, your place in line is locked in on a first-come first-served basis.
Rules
Notice: I only draw "G" rated material, so don't request anything remotely Mature or erotic. I reserve the right to turn down an ANYTHING I see as inappropriate.
-Request must be clean (No Language, nudity/sex/sensuality/fetish/gay/yiff/erotica/etc. drugs/drinking/smoking, brutality/gore)
-If you commission a human, creature, or anthro character, no genitalia is to be reviled, and no sensual body part is to be emphasized (i.e. I won’t even do a cheesecake pinup).
-Nothing extremely dark/offensive/macabre,
-Nothing heavily depicting or referring to religion/cult/mythology/etc.
-Some exceptions can be made (i.e. Christian symbolism is Okay).
-Some sci-fi okay (i.e. Lilo and Stitch, Super heros, Star Wars/Trek/Gate, etc.)
-I will draw humans, plants, machines, and other objects, but I'm best at drawing toony animals/anthro/furrs.
-I have my own styles of art and animation, but I will do my best to mimic any style you choose to the best extent of my artistic ability upon request.
Payment (in $USD)
I accept PayPal ONLY. My apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.
Only place an order if you intend to pay within 10 days from the order date.
Any orders not paid for within 10 days will be removed from their order slot (they can be re-ordered if any slots remain).
Commissions $5-$20 must be paid in full, in advance via PayPal before work begins on them. These commissions will be completed on a first come, first served basis ONLY after payment is received (Ordering secures you a slot, Paying secures the order of its completion).
Custom Commissions require 25% of the quoted price upfront (non-refundable) for supplies. I will submit a low-res watermarked sample for approval upon completion, then the other 75% is due in exchange for the full piece. These are the ONLY commissions that I may provide work-in-progress photos of, and only if I require your mid-project input to properly complete the work. These are NOT First Come, First Served projects, and may be worked on alongside smaller commissions due to the amount of time involved.
I reserve the right to withdraw from or cancel and refund (excepting non-refundable deposits) these projects at any time. Though orders may be taken as early as May, production on orders may not begin until June and may not be completed until as late as September 2010. I cannot guarantee the time frame involved in completing each project, but I will try to complete projects in a timely fashion or refund them.
With college out for the semester, I need to keep my creativity busy. Despite for a few of my own projects to finish, I have virtually nothing to do and no paying job to call my own. Thus, I am humbly offering 100 $5 COMMISSIONS to anyone that wants them; watchers, friends of watchers, anyone. Plus I’ll leave room for 10 detailed color commissions and 3 hefty custom commissions.
- $5 Sketches
Slots available: 100
- $20+ Color Commissions
Slots available: 10
- Custom Fine Art and Animation Commissions (Request a Price Quote)
Slots available: 3
(NOTICE: I accept PayPal ONLY. Prices listed are for art commissions to be uploaded online. I am not shipping/mailing actual artwork. Thank You.)
Commission Type Descriptions
Each $5 sketch will be for 1 single item (character, creature, vehicle, object, etc.).
They will be simple, line sketches (pencil, pen, digital medium), perfect for concepts of original or fan characters that need to be fleshed out or revamped. First Come, First Served. They’ll look something like the individual elements in this example:
1. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....2010-163679140
2. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....2009-110280328
Each $20 commision will be for 1 detailed item (character, creature, vehicle, object, etc.). They will be Line-Art with Color (digital or traditional medium). $15 for each additional detailed item within the same piece of artwork. Included background can be a composite, a texture/gradient. A More detailed custom made backdrop can be created for an extra $15. If this is for a badge, please specify this when ordering, and note that the badge will only be available online to print/laminate at your own convenience (I am not sending actual objects through the mail). First Come, First Served.
Quality type example (note: this example has more than 1 character, and has a composite background.):
3. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....pany-144090753
Each Custom Fine Art or Animation Commission will be almost whatever you want (within reason of my abilities and my ethical regulations). These are made-to-order, and vary in price from $30 into the $100s depending upon the time, supplies, and effort involved. I will require a detailed note describing every intricate thing involved in and desired from the Art. If it’s something I’m able to do, I will reply with a price quote. Then you can decide on weather you want to order the piece. I require 25% of the quoted price upfront (non-refundable) for supplies. These are the ONLY commissions that I may provide work-in-progress photos of, and only if I require your mid-project input to properly complete the work. These are NOT First Come, First Served projects, and may be worked on alongside smaller commissions.
Examples:
4. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....d-In-111090356
5. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....ster-153354955
6. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....Linz-105643727
$5 Sketches
Slots available: 100
$20+ Color Commissions
Slots available: 10
- 3 Badges: 0%
- Kailani Fursona: 60%
Custom Fine Art and Animation Commissions (Request a Price Quote)
Slots available: 2 of 3
-
thedinogamer95 Custom Art: 0%How to Order
Read the RULES below before ordering or requesting a price quote.
Then drop me a note with the following info:
- Describe what you’d like to order
- What type of medium
- How many items/objects/characters are involved
- What are these things? Do they have names? Visual reference available?
- Any little details I should know?
If your order request checks out with the rules below, I’ll reply with a price quote and my PayPal info. From there, you can decide to order. If you would like to go ahead with the order, simply reply agree to the price quote and send the amount requested to my PayPal. Once payment has been confirmed, your place in line is locked in on a first-come first-served basis.
Rules
Notice: I only draw "G" rated material, so don't request anything remotely Mature or erotic. I reserve the right to turn down an ANYTHING I see as inappropriate.
-Request must be clean (No Language, nudity/sex/sensuality/fetish/gay/yiff/erotica/etc. drugs/drinking/smoking, brutality/gore)
-If you commission a human, creature, or anthro character, no genitalia is to be reviled, and no sensual body part is to be emphasized (i.e. I won’t even do a cheesecake pinup).
-Nothing extremely dark/offensive/macabre,
-Nothing heavily depicting or referring to religion/cult/mythology/etc.
-Some exceptions can be made (i.e. Christian symbolism is Okay).
-Some sci-fi okay (i.e. Lilo and Stitch, Super heros, Star Wars/Trek/Gate, etc.)
-I will draw humans, plants, machines, and other objects, but I'm best at drawing toony animals/anthro/furrs.
-I have my own styles of art and animation, but I will do my best to mimic any style you choose to the best extent of my artistic ability upon request.
Payment (in $USD)
I accept PayPal ONLY. My apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.
Only place an order if you intend to pay within 10 days from the order date.
Any orders not paid for within 10 days will be removed from their order slot (they can be re-ordered if any slots remain).
Commissions $5-$20 must be paid in full, in advance via PayPal before work begins on them. These commissions will be completed on a first come, first served basis ONLY after payment is received (Ordering secures you a slot, Paying secures the order of its completion).
Custom Commissions require 25% of the quoted price upfront (non-refundable) for supplies. I will submit a low-res watermarked sample for approval upon completion, then the other 75% is due in exchange for the full piece. These are the ONLY commissions that I may provide work-in-progress photos of, and only if I require your mid-project input to properly complete the work. These are NOT First Come, First Served projects, and may be worked on alongside smaller commissions due to the amount of time involved.
I reserve the right to withdraw from or cancel and refund (excepting non-refundable deposits) these projects at any time. Though orders may be taken as early as May, production on orders may not begin until June and may not be completed until as late as September 2010. I cannot guarantee the time frame involved in completing each project, but I will try to complete projects in a timely fashion or refund them.
$5 Commissions and More!!
Posted 15 years agoArt Commission Slots are open for the summer!
With college out for the semester, I need to keep my creativity busy. Despite for a few of my own projects to finish, I have virtually nothing to do and no paying job to call my own. Thus, I am humbly offering 100 $5 COMMISSIONS to anyone that wants them; watchers, friends of watchers, anyone. Plus I’ll leave room for 10 detailed color commissions and 3 hefty custom commissions.
- $5 Sketches
Slots available: 100
- $20+ Color Commissions
Slots available: 10
- Custom Fine Art and Animation Commissions (Request a Price Quote)
Slots available: 2 of 3
(NOTICE: I accept PayPal ONLY. Prices listed are for art commissions to be uploaded online. I am not shipping/mailing actual artwork. Thank You.)
Commission Type Descriptions
Each $5 sketch will be for 1 single item (character, creature, vehicle, object, etc.).
They will be simple, line sketches (pencil, pen, digital medium), perfect for concepts of original or fan characters that need to be fleshed out or revamped. First Come, First Served. They’ll look something like the individual elements in this example:
1. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....2010-163679140
2. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....2009-110280328
Each $20 commision will be for 1 detailed item (character, creature, vehicle, object, etc.). They will be Line-Art with Color (digital or traditional medium). $15 for each additional detailed item within the same piece of artwork. Included background can be a composite, a texture/gradient. A More detailed custom made backdrop can be created for an extra $15. If this is for a badge, please specify this when ordering, and note that the badge will only be available online to print/laminate at your own convenience (I am not sending actual objects through the mail). First Come, First Served.
Quality type example (note: this example has more than 1 character, and has a composite background.):
3. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....pany-144090753
Each Custom Fine Art or Animation Commission will be almost whatever you want (within reason of my abilities and my ethical regulations). These are made-to-order, and vary in price from $30 into the $100s depending upon the time, supplies, and effort involved. I will require a detailed note describing every intricate thing involved in and desired from the Art. If it’s something I’m able to do, I will reply with a price quote. Then you can decide on weather you want to order the piece. I require 25% of the quoted price upfront (non-refundable) for supplies. These are the ONLY commissions that I may provide work-in-progress photos of, and only if I require your mid-project input to properly complete the work. These are NOT First Come, First Served projects, and may be worked on alongside smaller commissions.
Examples:
4. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....d-In-111090356
5. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....ster-153354955
6. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....Linz-105643727
$5 Sketches
Slots available: 100
$20+ Color Commissions
Slots available: 10
- 3 Badges: 0%
- Kailani Fursona: 100% http://www.furaffinity.net/view/3884547/
Custom Fine Art and Animation Commissions (Request a Price Quote)
Slots available: 2 of 3
- thedinogamer95 Custom Art: 0%
How to Order
Read the RULES below before ordering or requesting a price quote.
Then drop me a note with the following info:
- Describe what you’d like to order
- What type of medium
- How many items/objects/characters are involved
- What are these things? Do they have names? Visual reference available?
- Any little details I should know?
If your order request checks out with the rules below, I’ll reply with a price quote and my PayPal info. From there, you can decide to order. If you would like to go ahead with the order, simply reply agree to the price quote and send the amount requested to my PayPal. Once payment has been confirmed, your place in line is locked in on a first-come first-served basis.
Rules
Notice: I only draw "G" rated material, so don't request anything remotely Mature or erotic. I reserve the right to turn down an ANYTHING I see as inappropriate.
-Request must be clean (No Language, nudity/sex/sensuality/fetish/gay/yiff/erotica/etc. drugs/drinking/smoking, brutality/gore)
-If you commission a human, creature, or anthro character, no genitalia is to be reviled, and no sensual body part is to be emphasized (i.e. I won’t even do a cheesecake pinup).
-Nothing extremely dark/offensive/macabre,
-Nothing heavily depicting or referring to religion/cult/mythology/etc.
-Some exceptions can be made (i.e. Christian symbolism is Okay).
-Some sci-fi okay (i.e. Lilo and Stitch, Super heros, Star Wars/Trek/Gate, etc.)
-I will draw humans, plants, machines, and other objects, but I'm best at drawing toony animals/anthro/furrs.
-I have my own styles of art and animation, but I will do my best to mimic any style you choose to the best extent of my artistic ability upon request.
Payment (in $USD)
I accept PayPal ONLY. My apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.
Only place an order if you intend to pay within 10 days from the order date.
Any orders not paid for within 10 days will be removed from their order slot (they can be re-ordered if any slots remain).
Commissions $5-$20 must be paid in full, in advance via PayPal before work begins on them. These commissions will be completed on a first come, first served basis ONLY after payment is received (Ordering secures you a slot, Paying secures the order of its completion).
Custom Commissions require 25% of the quoted price upfront (non-refundable) for supplies. I will submit a low-res watermarked sample for approval upon completion, then the other 75% is due in exchange for the full piece. These are the ONLY commissions that I may provide work-in-progress photos of, and only if I require your mid-project input to properly complete the work. These are NOT First Come, First Served projects, and may be worked on alongside smaller commissions due to the amount of time involved.
I reserve the right to withdraw from or cancel and refund (excepting non-refundable deposits) these projects at any time. Though orders may be taken as early as May, production on orders may not begin until June and may not be completed until as late as September 2010. I cannot guarantee the time frame involved in completing each project, but I will try to complete projects in a timely fashion or refund them.
With college out for the semester, I need to keep my creativity busy. Despite for a few of my own projects to finish, I have virtually nothing to do and no paying job to call my own. Thus, I am humbly offering 100 $5 COMMISSIONS to anyone that wants them; watchers, friends of watchers, anyone. Plus I’ll leave room for 10 detailed color commissions and 3 hefty custom commissions.
- $5 Sketches
Slots available: 100
- $20+ Color Commissions
Slots available: 10
- Custom Fine Art and Animation Commissions (Request a Price Quote)
Slots available: 2 of 3
(NOTICE: I accept PayPal ONLY. Prices listed are for art commissions to be uploaded online. I am not shipping/mailing actual artwork. Thank You.)
Commission Type Descriptions
Each $5 sketch will be for 1 single item (character, creature, vehicle, object, etc.).
They will be simple, line sketches (pencil, pen, digital medium), perfect for concepts of original or fan characters that need to be fleshed out or revamped. First Come, First Served. They’ll look something like the individual elements in this example:
1. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....2010-163679140
2. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....2009-110280328
Each $20 commision will be for 1 detailed item (character, creature, vehicle, object, etc.). They will be Line-Art with Color (digital or traditional medium). $15 for each additional detailed item within the same piece of artwork. Included background can be a composite, a texture/gradient. A More detailed custom made backdrop can be created for an extra $15. If this is for a badge, please specify this when ordering, and note that the badge will only be available online to print/laminate at your own convenience (I am not sending actual objects through the mail). First Come, First Served.
Quality type example (note: this example has more than 1 character, and has a composite background.):
3. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....pany-144090753
Each Custom Fine Art or Animation Commission will be almost whatever you want (within reason of my abilities and my ethical regulations). These are made-to-order, and vary in price from $30 into the $100s depending upon the time, supplies, and effort involved. I will require a detailed note describing every intricate thing involved in and desired from the Art. If it’s something I’m able to do, I will reply with a price quote. Then you can decide on weather you want to order the piece. I require 25% of the quoted price upfront (non-refundable) for supplies. These are the ONLY commissions that I may provide work-in-progress photos of, and only if I require your mid-project input to properly complete the work. These are NOT First Come, First Served projects, and may be worked on alongside smaller commissions.
Examples:
4. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....d-In-111090356
5. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....ster-153354955
6. http://stitchfan.deviantart.com/art.....Linz-105643727
$5 Sketches
Slots available: 100
$20+ Color Commissions
Slots available: 10
- 3 Badges: 0%
- Kailani Fursona: 100% http://www.furaffinity.net/view/3884547/
Custom Fine Art and Animation Commissions (Request a Price Quote)
Slots available: 2 of 3
-
thedinogamer95 Custom Art: 0%How to Order
Read the RULES below before ordering or requesting a price quote.
Then drop me a note with the following info:
- Describe what you’d like to order
- What type of medium
- How many items/objects/characters are involved
- What are these things? Do they have names? Visual reference available?
- Any little details I should know?
If your order request checks out with the rules below, I’ll reply with a price quote and my PayPal info. From there, you can decide to order. If you would like to go ahead with the order, simply reply agree to the price quote and send the amount requested to my PayPal. Once payment has been confirmed, your place in line is locked in on a first-come first-served basis.
Rules
Notice: I only draw "G" rated material, so don't request anything remotely Mature or erotic. I reserve the right to turn down an ANYTHING I see as inappropriate.
-Request must be clean (No Language, nudity/sex/sensuality/fetish/gay/yiff/erotica/etc. drugs/drinking/smoking, brutality/gore)
-If you commission a human, creature, or anthro character, no genitalia is to be reviled, and no sensual body part is to be emphasized (i.e. I won’t even do a cheesecake pinup).
-Nothing extremely dark/offensive/macabre,
-Nothing heavily depicting or referring to religion/cult/mythology/etc.
-Some exceptions can be made (i.e. Christian symbolism is Okay).
-Some sci-fi okay (i.e. Lilo and Stitch, Super heros, Star Wars/Trek/Gate, etc.)
-I will draw humans, plants, machines, and other objects, but I'm best at drawing toony animals/anthro/furrs.
-I have my own styles of art and animation, but I will do my best to mimic any style you choose to the best extent of my artistic ability upon request.
Payment (in $USD)
I accept PayPal ONLY. My apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.
Only place an order if you intend to pay within 10 days from the order date.
Any orders not paid for within 10 days will be removed from their order slot (they can be re-ordered if any slots remain).
Commissions $5-$20 must be paid in full, in advance via PayPal before work begins on them. These commissions will be completed on a first come, first served basis ONLY after payment is received (Ordering secures you a slot, Paying secures the order of its completion).
Custom Commissions require 25% of the quoted price upfront (non-refundable) for supplies. I will submit a low-res watermarked sample for approval upon completion, then the other 75% is due in exchange for the full piece. These are the ONLY commissions that I may provide work-in-progress photos of, and only if I require your mid-project input to properly complete the work. These are NOT First Come, First Served projects, and may be worked on alongside smaller commissions due to the amount of time involved.
I reserve the right to withdraw from or cancel and refund (excepting non-refundable deposits) these projects at any time. Though orders may be taken as early as May, production on orders may not begin until June and may not be completed until as late as September 2010. I cannot guarantee the time frame involved in completing each project, but I will try to complete projects in a timely fashion or refund them.
Furry Cartoon - Noah's Island
Posted 15 years agoIf you haven’t spend time in the UK or Europe in the last decade, you've probably never heard of "Noah's Island", an imaginative and very furry animated series.
The Show is based on a floating tropical island captained by a wise Polar Bear named Noah. The Island travels all over the world in search of a utopian animal-friendly Paradise called Diamantina, picking up odd and interesting animal characters everywhere it goes. These animals represent different archetypes and comic national and regional steriotypes with silly accents and all.
Though the animation and acting itself isn't top-rate, the characters, plots, and overall originality makes it fun to watch. Considdering that the show's characters consist solely of semi-anthro talking animals (mostly mammals), it also makes for a show that most furries and cartoon-lovers can't say "No" to.
If you're interested in seeing a glimpse of this classic, some of the episodes are on YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyP0.....eature=related
The Show is based on a floating tropical island captained by a wise Polar Bear named Noah. The Island travels all over the world in search of a utopian animal-friendly Paradise called Diamantina, picking up odd and interesting animal characters everywhere it goes. These animals represent different archetypes and comic national and regional steriotypes with silly accents and all.
Though the animation and acting itself isn't top-rate, the characters, plots, and overall originality makes it fun to watch. Considdering that the show's characters consist solely of semi-anthro talking animals (mostly mammals), it also makes for a show that most furries and cartoon-lovers can't say "No" to.
If you're interested in seeing a glimpse of this classic, some of the episodes are on YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyP0.....eature=related
!!!ANIMALYMPICS!!!! ^_^
Posted 15 years agoI just randomly decided to watch "Animalympics" (1980) for the first time ever... and WOW. Though it doesn't make it into the furpile of my top 10 furry favorite films, it certainly gave me a warm fuzzy feeling that few movies do.
It took me back to my childhood and even farther back (as I was born in 86). Having always been a fan of that early EPCOT era (81-86), It felt very much like a part of me that I'd forgotten or had been missing for a long time.
With its nostalgic period-style music and visuals, its classic family entertainment, and for it simply for being adorably furry... I'm only sad that the Animalympics don't come around every 4 years. ^^
It took me back to my childhood and even farther back (as I was born in 86). Having always been a fan of that early EPCOT era (81-86), It felt very much like a part of me that I'd forgotten or had been missing for a long time.
With its nostalgic period-style music and visuals, its classic family entertainment, and for it simply for being adorably furry... I'm only sad that the Animalympics don't come around every 4 years. ^^
2000-2009: A decade of Furry Films
Posted 15 years agoI omitted some movies from the list, being less furry and more fittingly "Transformation", "Talking animal", or “Anime” films.
For all it’s worth, in semi-alphabetical order, here is a list of Furry Films from the past decade:
-Alvin and the Chipmunks (I and II)
-Balto (II and III)
-Bambi II
-Bolt
-Brother Bear
-Cats and Dogs
-Chicken Run
-Charlotte’s Web
-Chicken Little
-The Fantastic Mr. Fox
-Finding Nemo
-Flushed Away
-The Fox and the Hound 2
-G Force
-Golden Compass
-Happy Feet
-Home on the Range
-Hoodwinked
-Ice Age (I, II, & III)
-Jungledyret 3
-Kaze: Ghost Warrior
-Kung Fu Panda
-Lady and the Tramp 2
-Lilo and Stitch (movie franchise)
-Lion King 1½
-Chronicles of Narnia (I & II)
-Madagascar (I & II)
-Open Season (I and II)
-Over the Hedge
-Princess and the Frog
-Ratatouille
-Roadside Romeo
-Rocky and Bullwinkle
-Shaggy Dog
-Shark Tale
-Shrek (I, II, and III)
-Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
-Stuart Little (II and III)
-TMNT
-Underdog
-The Wild
-Valliant
-Wallace and Gromit: Curse of the Were Rabbit
-Where the Wild Things Are
-Winnie the Pooh (movies)
For all it’s worth, in semi-alphabetical order, here is a list of Furry Films from the past decade:
-Alvin and the Chipmunks (I and II)
-Balto (II and III)
-Bambi II
-Bolt
-Brother Bear
-Cats and Dogs
-Chicken Run
-Charlotte’s Web
-Chicken Little
-The Fantastic Mr. Fox
-Finding Nemo
-Flushed Away
-The Fox and the Hound 2
-G Force
-Golden Compass
-Happy Feet
-Home on the Range
-Hoodwinked
-Ice Age (I, II, & III)
-Jungledyret 3
-Kaze: Ghost Warrior
-Kung Fu Panda
-Lady and the Tramp 2
-Lilo and Stitch (movie franchise)
-Lion King 1½
-Chronicles of Narnia (I & II)
-Madagascar (I & II)
-Open Season (I and II)
-Over the Hedge
-Princess and the Frog
-Ratatouille
-Roadside Romeo
-Rocky and Bullwinkle
-Shaggy Dog
-Shark Tale
-Shrek (I, II, and III)
-Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
-Stuart Little (II and III)
-TMNT
-Underdog
-The Wild
-Valliant
-Wallace and Gromit: Curse of the Were Rabbit
-Where the Wild Things Are
-Winnie the Pooh (movies)
Springfield MO. Furr-Meet, Jan-17-2010 – Final Schedule
Posted 15 years agoHey Missouri’s Furries™,
We’re pleased to announce our first Springfield Furr-Meet! This Sunday, January 17th 2010. Thanks to all your great feedback, the event schedule has been finalized…
Activities | Times | Locations
1. Meet and Greet | 1:30-3:30pm | Panera Bread – 500 S. National Ave.
2. Sunday Matinee | 4:00-6:00pm | Palace Theater – 2220 W. Chesterfield Blvd.
3. Dinner | 6:00pm- ??? | Optional – To be voted on after the movie
Directions from Panera Bread to The Palace Theater:
1. Start going down S NATIONAL AVE toward E CHERRY ST - go 1.6mi
2. Turn Right on E SUNSHINE ST - go 2.3mi
3. Turn Left on S KANSAS EXPY(MO-13 S) - go 2.6mi
4. Turn Right on W CHESTERFIELD BLVD - go 0.3mi
5. Arrive at The Palace Theater (on the Left)
(Maps available upon request…)
What to bring:
1. *Cash – Make sure to have at least $20 in cash for food/activities (if possible). The Palace Theater only accepts Cash!!!
2. Camera – Bring your still or video camera to preserve your memories.
3. **Transportation – Make sure you have a reliable vehicle available to take you to and pick you up from the event.
4. Furry Gear – Bring your fursuits, puppets, ears/tails, etc. (Keep it clean please! No fetish-gear or “bits”). These will be used at the Meet and Greet, and possibly the Dinner.
5. Art Gear – Have artwork to showoff? Bring your portfolio, laptop, iPod, or whatever you use to showcase your talent.
*Money Problems? We can help…
Here is some advice for those of you on a tight budget:
1. No purchase is required at the Panera Bread meet & greet, so if you can’t afford to eat there ($5-$10), eat lunch at home or somewhere cheaper just before the Meet.
2. The Palace Theater movie tickets are $3 per person. However, if you are just completely broke, we have some volunteers willing to pay your way.
3. Attendees will have the option of going out to dinner after the movie, and voting on the restaurant. However, please do not expect anyone else to pay for your food. If you cannot afford to eat out, don’t be embarrassed to call it a night. You are welcome to tag along to the restaurant and order water, but please do not order food you cannot pay for yourself (including tip if applicable). Thank You.
**Transportation:
4. You will be expected to find your own transportation to Panera Bread, and from
wherever you decide to finish the event. However, if you don’t have access to your own vehicle, we have up to 7 carpool seats available to shuttle from Panera Bread to the Palace Theater and the optional dinner afterward. The carpool will return to Panera at the end of the night if needed, but will not be used to “Taxi” people to their homes under any circumstances (though you have the option to be dropped off en route). Please Note you will need to sign a waver if you choose the carpool option, and must go where carpool goes (just like a city bus).
All furries, and furry-tolerant/supportive friends and family members are welcome. ^^
If you're interested in having some good clean fun with other local furries, please send me your RSVP for the weekend of January 17. RSVP is not required, but it make event planning easier if we have a general guesstimated attendance number. You will get a FREE commemorative group badge if you RSVP by Friday the 15th.
Here’s how to RSVP…
Send us an email with the following info:
1. Your fursona’s name, first name, or nickname (At least 1 name required)
2. Your cell phone number (Optional - Used for quick contact in emergencies)
3. Some basic info about you (Optional - Fursona species, job, age, interests, etc.)
4. A photo of your fursona or self for your badge (optional)
By Attending the event, you are agreeing to follow the code of conduct below:
This event and it’s administration supports World Wildlife Fund, and expects that attendees set a good example while representing the furry community in public. This will be a family-friendly Furr-Meet. All attendees should be 18 years or older, or accompanied at all times by a legal guardian 18 years or older. All activities will be “PG-13” or under, and we ask that you refrain from the use of any alcohol, tobacco, mind-altering substances, or sexually inappropriate behavior/attire around the other attendees. Some attendees will be bringing fursuits or puppets, and those who have a problem or phobia with such should not attend. Hugs are welcome, but offer and wait for the other person reciprocate, respecting each individual’s differing personal space. Keep in mind that though we all share a common interest, attendees will come from multiple religions, cultures, orientations, political views, and beliefs. You’re welcome to be proud of these things, but respect the opinions of others and understand that we won’t all agree on everything. Just be polite, and have fun!
I'm on Yahoo messenger and check my email often. Just drop me a not anytime:
YIM/email: castmemberinformer[at]yahoo.com
Hope to see you soon,
Mikey (Stitchfan – Event coordinator)
missourisfurries
We’re pleased to announce our first Springfield Furr-Meet! This Sunday, January 17th 2010. Thanks to all your great feedback, the event schedule has been finalized…
Activities | Times | Locations
1. Meet and Greet | 1:30-3:30pm | Panera Bread – 500 S. National Ave.
2. Sunday Matinee | 4:00-6:00pm | Palace Theater – 2220 W. Chesterfield Blvd.
3. Dinner | 6:00pm- ??? | Optional – To be voted on after the movie
Directions from Panera Bread to The Palace Theater:
1. Start going down S NATIONAL AVE toward E CHERRY ST - go 1.6mi
2. Turn Right on E SUNSHINE ST - go 2.3mi
3. Turn Left on S KANSAS EXPY(MO-13 S) - go 2.6mi
4. Turn Right on W CHESTERFIELD BLVD - go 0.3mi
5. Arrive at The Palace Theater (on the Left)
(Maps available upon request…)
What to bring:
1. *Cash – Make sure to have at least $20 in cash for food/activities (if possible). The Palace Theater only accepts Cash!!!
2. Camera – Bring your still or video camera to preserve your memories.
3. **Transportation – Make sure you have a reliable vehicle available to take you to and pick you up from the event.
4. Furry Gear – Bring your fursuits, puppets, ears/tails, etc. (Keep it clean please! No fetish-gear or “bits”). These will be used at the Meet and Greet, and possibly the Dinner.
5. Art Gear – Have artwork to showoff? Bring your portfolio, laptop, iPod, or whatever you use to showcase your talent.
*Money Problems? We can help…
Here is some advice for those of you on a tight budget:
1. No purchase is required at the Panera Bread meet & greet, so if you can’t afford to eat there ($5-$10), eat lunch at home or somewhere cheaper just before the Meet.
2. The Palace Theater movie tickets are $3 per person. However, if you are just completely broke, we have some volunteers willing to pay your way.
3. Attendees will have the option of going out to dinner after the movie, and voting on the restaurant. However, please do not expect anyone else to pay for your food. If you cannot afford to eat out, don’t be embarrassed to call it a night. You are welcome to tag along to the restaurant and order water, but please do not order food you cannot pay for yourself (including tip if applicable). Thank You.
**Transportation:
4. You will be expected to find your own transportation to Panera Bread, and from
wherever you decide to finish the event. However, if you don’t have access to your own vehicle, we have up to 7 carpool seats available to shuttle from Panera Bread to the Palace Theater and the optional dinner afterward. The carpool will return to Panera at the end of the night if needed, but will not be used to “Taxi” people to their homes under any circumstances (though you have the option to be dropped off en route). Please Note you will need to sign a waver if you choose the carpool option, and must go where carpool goes (just like a city bus).
All furries, and furry-tolerant/supportive friends and family members are welcome. ^^
If you're interested in having some good clean fun with other local furries, please send me your RSVP for the weekend of January 17. RSVP is not required, but it make event planning easier if we have a general guesstimated attendance number. You will get a FREE commemorative group badge if you RSVP by Friday the 15th.
Here’s how to RSVP…
Send us an email with the following info:
1. Your fursona’s name, first name, or nickname (At least 1 name required)
2. Your cell phone number (Optional - Used for quick contact in emergencies)
3. Some basic info about you (Optional - Fursona species, job, age, interests, etc.)
4. A photo of your fursona or self for your badge (optional)
By Attending the event, you are agreeing to follow the code of conduct below:
This event and it’s administration supports World Wildlife Fund, and expects that attendees set a good example while representing the furry community in public. This will be a family-friendly Furr-Meet. All attendees should be 18 years or older, or accompanied at all times by a legal guardian 18 years or older. All activities will be “PG-13” or under, and we ask that you refrain from the use of any alcohol, tobacco, mind-altering substances, or sexually inappropriate behavior/attire around the other attendees. Some attendees will be bringing fursuits or puppets, and those who have a problem or phobia with such should not attend. Hugs are welcome, but offer and wait for the other person reciprocate, respecting each individual’s differing personal space. Keep in mind that though we all share a common interest, attendees will come from multiple religions, cultures, orientations, political views, and beliefs. You’re welcome to be proud of these things, but respect the opinions of others and understand that we won’t all agree on everything. Just be polite, and have fun!
I'm on Yahoo messenger and check my email often. Just drop me a not anytime:
YIM/email: castmemberinformer[at]yahoo.com
Hope to see you soon,
Mikey (Stitchfan – Event coordinator)
missourisfurriesTell me what U got 4 Christmas! ^^
Posted 15 years agoTell me your favorite thing given or recieved for Christmas (or your holiday) this year! ^^
God is good... I got alot more than I'm listing here, but these are the favorite items I got from my family on Christmas...
- Talking "Dug" and "Alpha" from Disney/Pixar's UP.
- Huge 700piece Bionicle Lego set
- Terminator 2 collectable action figure
- $25 for GameStop
- 2000 Wii Points (... will use it for Star Fox 64 most likely ^^ )
- Other random plushies and Disney collectables.
God is good... I got alot more than I'm listing here, but these are the favorite items I got from my family on Christmas...
- Talking "Dug" and "Alpha" from Disney/Pixar's UP.
- Huge 700piece Bionicle Lego set
- Terminator 2 collectable action figure
- $25 for GameStop
- 2000 Wii Points (... will use it for Star Fox 64 most likely ^^ )
- Other random plushies and Disney collectables.
Net blackout...
Posted 15 years agoI'll be on limited net access between now and January 8th or so. I'll try to answer mail and such as quickly as I can.
Happy Holidays Everyone,
and a Furry Christmas to all! ^^
Mikey
Happy Holidays Everyone,
and a Furry Christmas to all! ^^
Mikey
Worth Checking Out #8 - "Double Time"
Posted 16 years ago- Disclaimer and Warning:
I am not a physician, or involved in any scientific sleep study. I take no responsibility for your sleep habits or problems that you have now or may have after reading the following. Use the following sleep instructions at your own risk, and consult a licensed doctor if you are or start having sleep problems of any kind. Never operate heavy machinery while sleepy. Remember, Energy supplements and stimulants can be dangerous and cannot replace sleep. Sleep responsibly. Thank you
- I'm currently on What I call "Double Time"... Instead of Sleeping/Waking at 8/16 hours, Your sleep 16 and are awake for 32... It’s still a 2 to 1 ratio and isn’t at all harmful to your body as long as your getting full undisturbed sleep (in the dark, nothing to wake you up).
It's not hard to switch too... The only thing in your way is school or work schedules/routines to keep. Because of the way the math works, you’ll end up sleeping in this pattern:
- Sun, Tue, Thu, Sat, Mon, Wed, Fri, etc…
Thus, you’ll keep the same schedule, like sleeping 7pm-11am, but every other week the days alternate. Thus, if you need to be anywhere during those hours on any day of the week, it will be a problem every alternating week. So avoid solid scheduling for work or school during those times. 1-time events, if planed right, can become easier. (i.e. Road trips, parties, theme park tours, extra work shifts, etc.
As long as you have some point during each day with 16-18 hours for that double sleep, you can do it perpetually, but can easily be switched back to a normal 8/16 hour day.
I love it. It gives you a chance to see an entire day and a bit go by in full, instead of always being asleep during the same third of it every day.
- Just let your household know:
A: Make sure you keep nobody else awake who is on normal 8/16 sleep schedule in your household.
B: Make sure you won’t be disturbed, and that nobody or nothing wakes you up during your 16 hour sleep.
TIPS: Always use the rest room before sleeping, set your phone to silent, make sure to sleep somewhere you’re not disturbed by light (the sun WILL likely be up for some point of your sleep).
The hard part is the initial double-day... Staying awake for 32 hours if you only had 8 the night before is a bit rough. I don't suggest operating heavy equipment after the 16th hour unless you've done this before, and know how your body handles sleep deprivation.
The easiest transition is to sleep in (get 10, 12 or more if you can manage to stay asleep or roll over and go back to sleep as much as you can stand) the day before your 32 hour stretch. Make sure you figure out the bed/wake time... because if you start by waking up at 8am the first day, that means your first 16 hour bedtime will be at 2pm.
- Attempt this at your own risk (See warning at the top of the page). Sleep responsibly!
I am not a physician, or involved in any scientific sleep study. I take no responsibility for your sleep habits or problems that you have now or may have after reading the following. Use the following sleep instructions at your own risk, and consult a licensed doctor if you are or start having sleep problems of any kind. Never operate heavy machinery while sleepy. Remember, Energy supplements and stimulants can be dangerous and cannot replace sleep. Sleep responsibly. Thank you
- I'm currently on What I call "Double Time"... Instead of Sleeping/Waking at 8/16 hours, Your sleep 16 and are awake for 32... It’s still a 2 to 1 ratio and isn’t at all harmful to your body as long as your getting full undisturbed sleep (in the dark, nothing to wake you up).
It's not hard to switch too... The only thing in your way is school or work schedules/routines to keep. Because of the way the math works, you’ll end up sleeping in this pattern:
- Sun, Tue, Thu, Sat, Mon, Wed, Fri, etc…
Thus, you’ll keep the same schedule, like sleeping 7pm-11am, but every other week the days alternate. Thus, if you need to be anywhere during those hours on any day of the week, it will be a problem every alternating week. So avoid solid scheduling for work or school during those times. 1-time events, if planed right, can become easier. (i.e. Road trips, parties, theme park tours, extra work shifts, etc.
As long as you have some point during each day with 16-18 hours for that double sleep, you can do it perpetually, but can easily be switched back to a normal 8/16 hour day.
I love it. It gives you a chance to see an entire day and a bit go by in full, instead of always being asleep during the same third of it every day.
- Just let your household know:
A: Make sure you keep nobody else awake who is on normal 8/16 sleep schedule in your household.
B: Make sure you won’t be disturbed, and that nobody or nothing wakes you up during your 16 hour sleep.
TIPS: Always use the rest room before sleeping, set your phone to silent, make sure to sleep somewhere you’re not disturbed by light (the sun WILL likely be up for some point of your sleep).
The hard part is the initial double-day... Staying awake for 32 hours if you only had 8 the night before is a bit rough. I don't suggest operating heavy equipment after the 16th hour unless you've done this before, and know how your body handles sleep deprivation.
The easiest transition is to sleep in (get 10, 12 or more if you can manage to stay asleep or roll over and go back to sleep as much as you can stand) the day before your 32 hour stretch. Make sure you figure out the bed/wake time... because if you start by waking up at 8am the first day, that means your first 16 hour bedtime will be at 2pm.
- Attempt this at your own risk (See warning at the top of the page). Sleep responsibly!
Contest Winner and News
Posted 16 years agoBirthday News 2009
God is good! I got a new record high amount of combined birthday money, and am continuing to party. Thanks to all you who contributed. ^^
I turned 23 on November 26th (Thanksgiving Day) 2009!
…and after 4 years on DA, I’ve finally updated my icon
Contest Winner: FollowingtheSon
For her gift art http://followingtheson.deviantart.c.....itch-144713115
Her Prize:
Free Color Artwork – 1 character or object, ink/paint (simple lineart and color).
- Honorable mentions (random order):
1. digimonhelpimafish:
“For your birthday I give you a loving hug,
and a kiss on the cheek.”
2. sunlightkitten:
Gave me a felt “Jak Arktik” badge
3. AerospacerJ:
Gave me an “SR-71” stealth plane
4. BearClaws
Gave me a funny cat song
5. MadWolfMax
Gave me a Halo birthday song
6. Shippo
Gave me a funny cat video
Thanks for sharing, and giving me a happy birthday.
May your Holidays be blessed and joyful. ^^
(Mikey Silva - November 27th, 2009 )
God is good! I got a new record high amount of combined birthday money, and am continuing to party. Thanks to all you who contributed. ^^
I turned 23 on November 26th (Thanksgiving Day) 2009!
…and after 4 years on DA, I’ve finally updated my icon
Contest Winner: FollowingtheSon
For her gift art http://followingtheson.deviantart.c.....itch-144713115
Her Prize:
Free Color Artwork – 1 character or object, ink/paint (simple lineart and color).
- Honorable mentions (random order):
1. digimonhelpimafish:
“For your birthday I give you a loving hug,
and a kiss on the cheek.”
2. sunlightkitten:
Gave me a felt “Jak Arktik” badge
3. AerospacerJ:
Gave me an “SR-71” stealth plane
4. BearClaws
Gave me a funny cat song
5. MadWolfMax
Gave me a Halo birthday song
6. Shippo
Gave me a funny cat video
Thanks for sharing, and giving me a happy birthday.
May your Holidays be blessed and joyful. ^^
(Mikey Silva - November 27th, 2009 )
CONTEST - Last Chance!
Posted 16 years agoCONTEST!
I turn 23 on November 26th (Thanksgiving Day) 2009!
- Prize: Free Color Artwork – 1 character or object, ink/paint (simple lineart and color).
All who enter will get featured in my next journal with a link back to them and a reveal of “What they got me for my Birthday”.
- Contest entries must be in by Before 12:01am EST, November 27th
- How to enter:
Simply send me a note with an answer to this question:
“What did you get me for my birthday?”
(See Rules before entering… )
- Rules:
The winner of the prize will be whoever gives me the best answer to the question. This can be something as simple as a quirky response, as thoughtful as a link to something fun, or as kind as an actual gift. It’s not necessary that you use my wish list. But obviously, the gift that has the most effort put into it will likely win the big prize. Don’t be shy if you just want to enter for the free feature (everyone who enters gets featured).
- My wish list :
1. Make any sized donation to World Wildlife Fund: http://worldwildlife.org
Click “Act Now” – “Donate” to make a gift donation and a difference.
2. I always love gift art, and art of my original characters is always appreciated.
3. I’m a huge Furry and an animal lover, so anything related to that... from funny fursuit videos to picture links of cute critters would be nice.
4. Laughter is a big part of who I am. Making me smile and laugh could make my day.
Thanks for watching *hugs* ^^
(Mikey Silva - November 21st, 2009 )
I turn 23 on November 26th (Thanksgiving Day) 2009!
- Prize: Free Color Artwork – 1 character or object, ink/paint (simple lineart and color).
All who enter will get featured in my next journal with a link back to them and a reveal of “What they got me for my Birthday”.
- Contest entries must be in by Before 12:01am EST, November 27th
- How to enter:
Simply send me a note with an answer to this question:
“What did you get me for my birthday?”
(See Rules before entering… )
- Rules:
The winner of the prize will be whoever gives me the best answer to the question. This can be something as simple as a quirky response, as thoughtful as a link to something fun, or as kind as an actual gift. It’s not necessary that you use my wish list. But obviously, the gift that has the most effort put into it will likely win the big prize. Don’t be shy if you just want to enter for the free feature (everyone who enters gets featured).
- My wish list :
1. Make any sized donation to World Wildlife Fund: http://worldwildlife.org
Click “Act Now” – “Donate” to make a gift donation and a difference.
2. I always love gift art, and art of my original characters is always appreciated.
3. I’m a huge Furry and an animal lover, so anything related to that... from funny fursuit videos to picture links of cute critters would be nice.
4. Laughter is a big part of who I am. Making me smile and laugh could make my day.
Thanks for watching *hugs* ^^
(Mikey Silva - November 21st, 2009 )
CONTEST - My 23rd Birthday
Posted 16 years agoCONTEST!
I turn 23 on November 26th (Thanksgiving Day) 2009!
- Prize: Free Color Artwork – 1 character or object, ink/paint (simple lineart and color).
All who enter will get featured in my next journal with a link back to them and a reveal of “What they got me for my Birthday”.
- Contest entries must be in by Before 12:01am EST, November 27th
- How to enter:
Simply send me a note with an answer to this question:
“What did you get me for my birthday?”
(See Rules before entering… )
- Rules:
The winner of the prize will be whoever gives me the best answer to the question. This can be something as simple as a quirky response, as thoughtful as a link to something fun, or as kind as an actual gift. It’s not necessary that you use my wish list. But obviously, the gift that has the most effort put into it will likely win the big prize. Don’t be shy if you just want to enter for the free feature (everyone who enters gets featured).
- My wish list :
1. Make any sized donation to World Wildlife Fund: http://worldwildlife.org
Click “Act Now” – “Donate” to make a gift donation and a difference.
2. I always love gift art, and art of my original characters is always appreciated.
3. I’m a huge Furry and an animal lover, so anything related to that... from funny fursuit videos to picture links of cute critters would be nice.
4. Laughter is a big part of who I am. Making me smile and laugh could make my day.
Thanks for watching *hugs* ^^
(Mikey Silva - November 21st, 2009 )
I turn 23 on November 26th (Thanksgiving Day) 2009!
- Prize: Free Color Artwork – 1 character or object, ink/paint (simple lineart and color).
All who enter will get featured in my next journal with a link back to them and a reveal of “What they got me for my Birthday”.
- Contest entries must be in by Before 12:01am EST, November 27th
- How to enter:
Simply send me a note with an answer to this question:
“What did you get me for my birthday?”
(See Rules before entering… )
- Rules:
The winner of the prize will be whoever gives me the best answer to the question. This can be something as simple as a quirky response, as thoughtful as a link to something fun, or as kind as an actual gift. It’s not necessary that you use my wish list. But obviously, the gift that has the most effort put into it will likely win the big prize. Don’t be shy if you just want to enter for the free feature (everyone who enters gets featured).
- My wish list :
1. Make any sized donation to World Wildlife Fund: http://worldwildlife.org
Click “Act Now” – “Donate” to make a gift donation and a difference.
2. I always love gift art, and art of my original characters is always appreciated.
3. I’m a huge Furry and an animal lover, so anything related to that... from funny fursuit videos to picture links of cute critters would be nice.
4. Laughter is a big part of who I am. Making me smile and laugh could make my day.
Thanks for watching *hugs* ^^
(Mikey Silva - November 21st, 2009 )
"20k" Update #5 - Big Changes
Posted 16 years ago"20k" Update #5 - Big Changes- All content to be available online FREE!
In a revolutionary breakthrough, I’ve decided NOT to offer the film exclusively on DVD. Since I’ll have to make a website to sell the DVD anyway, the content from the DVD will all be available online to download or stream FREE!
Including:
- The full “Aaron’s Journal” feature
- Behind-the-Scenes Bonus Videos
- Production Art
- The official Soundtrack
- Character and Artist profiles
- More to come…
This makes it easier for everyone to enjoy the film without needing to buy the DVD.
I hope this will be helpful. ^^
- Release Date may be subject to Delay.
The entire production was originally to be finished by November 20th. However, to keep the quality and length intended for the film, it may be necessary to extend the deadline to the end of the Spring semester. This is a last resort, but a viable option and possibility. This decision will be determined sometime in November and any changes in the release date will be announced here.
- Progress Completion List
- Promo #1 (Teaser) Production: 100% Complete!
- Concepts: 100% Complete!
- Character Concepts: 100% Complete!
- Final Script: 100%
- Vocal Casting/Recording: 100 Complete!%
- Vehicle Concepts: 95%
- Environment Concepts: 80%
- Character Designs/Refs/Models : 70%
- Vehicle Designs/Refs/Models: 65%
- Musical Score/Themes: 35%
- Final Storyboard/Animatics: 15%
- Environment backgrounds/paintings: 10%
- Final Animation/Rendering: 5%
- Promo #2 (Trailer) Production: 0%
- Sound FX/Foley/ADR: 0%
- Behind-the-scenes videos/Audio Commentary: 0%
- Final DVD Production: 0%
Further developments will be posted later.
Thanks for yor feedback, and for watching. ^^
(“20k” © Mikey Silva - Press Release #5 - October 28th, 2009 )
Mid-West furrs welcome at G.A.M.E con!
Posted 16 years agoAny Mid-West furrs going to G.A.M.E? (Springfield, MO )
Hey all you furries in the Springfield Missouri area...
Anyone else attending the furry-friendly G.A.M.E convention?
http://springfieldgame.com/
It's their first year, but it's going to be awesome!
The con is Gaming Arts Media Expo (G.A.M.E.) and is essentially an all-nerds welcome wagon! I personally wrote to the chairman, and he welcomes the furries!
"We welcome all fans of fantasy, sci-fi, furries, and all. I will say that this first event, is going to have a lot of focus on gaming, panels, vendors, etc. This first year we won't have an official costume contest. We do plan on conducting a costume contest on Saturday night in a very free form fashion, depending on the number of people interested in showing up in costume, but we will not have a 'Masquerade / Costume Parade.' Hopefully next year.
As long as furries are in costumes that would not embarrass families with children and are publicly appropriate, they are welcome. Also, we would need to be able to see faces upon entrance to our event."
I've personally written to the admins at the con about furry attendees. Let me know if you're thinking about attending so we can arrange a furry meet-up at the con.
Pre-reg is closed, but the price is still just $35 for Fri,Sat,Sun, or $15 per day. You can also volunteer and get reimbursed at the end of the con after serving a certain amount of hours.
Hope to see you there ^^
Hey all you furries in the Springfield Missouri area...
Anyone else attending the furry-friendly G.A.M.E convention?
http://springfieldgame.com/
It's their first year, but it's going to be awesome!
The con is Gaming Arts Media Expo (G.A.M.E.) and is essentially an all-nerds welcome wagon! I personally wrote to the chairman, and he welcomes the furries!
"We welcome all fans of fantasy, sci-fi, furries, and all. I will say that this first event, is going to have a lot of focus on gaming, panels, vendors, etc. This first year we won't have an official costume contest. We do plan on conducting a costume contest on Saturday night in a very free form fashion, depending on the number of people interested in showing up in costume, but we will not have a 'Masquerade / Costume Parade.' Hopefully next year.
As long as furries are in costumes that would not embarrass families with children and are publicly appropriate, they are welcome. Also, we would need to be able to see faces upon entrance to our event."
I've personally written to the admins at the con about furry attendees. Let me know if you're thinking about attending so we can arrange a furry meet-up at the con.
Pre-reg is closed, but the price is still just $35 for Fri,Sat,Sun, or $15 per day. You can also volunteer and get reimbursed at the end of the con after serving a certain amount of hours.
Hope to see you there ^^
"20k" Update #3 - Casting Complete
Posted 16 years ago- September 16, 2009 -
The production of “20k” continues with script's completion. The final draft of the script will be finished by tomorrow. Casting for our 3 lead characters is complete (Names to be released later). We're likely to begin rolling voiceovers some time next week.
Concepts for vehicles, characters, and creatures have been shooting from my finger tips for weeks now. However, the official character reference sheets will not be decided upon until after vocal recording begins. This will allow me to adjust the base concept characters personality to better fit the actors' voices.
One of two main themes for the film's musical score is complete, at least in a rough format. The base melody of which can be heard in MIDI on the teaser: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2579883
The second theme's base melody is still in the works, and about 75% complete.
Release Information Update #1
“20k” is scheduled to start actual animation production within a couple weeks. The entire production must be finished by November 20th. Hopefully I can finish it before that so I can show it at "Midwest Fur Fest" in Chicago that week. The DVD release should be ready after that, scheduled to be available sometime this winter.
Progress Completion List
Promo #1 (Teaser) Production: 100% Complete!
Story Concepts: 100% Complete!
Character Concepts: 100% Complete!
Final Script: 80%
Vehicle Concepts: 65%
Environment Concepts: 55%
Vehicle Designs/Refs/Models: 35%
Musical Score/Themes: 30%
Character Designs/Refs/Models : 25%
Vocal Casting/Recording/ADR: 20%
Environment backgrounds/paintings: 0%
Promo #2 (Trailer) Production: 0%
Final Storyboard/Animatics: 0%
Final Animation/Rendering: 0%
Sound FX/Foley: 0%
Behind-the-scenes video: 0%
Final DVD Production: 0%
Further developments will be posted later.
Thanks for watching
(“20k” © Mikey Silva - Press Release #3 - September 16th, 2009 )
The production of “20k” continues with script's completion. The final draft of the script will be finished by tomorrow. Casting for our 3 lead characters is complete (Names to be released later). We're likely to begin rolling voiceovers some time next week.
Concepts for vehicles, characters, and creatures have been shooting from my finger tips for weeks now. However, the official character reference sheets will not be decided upon until after vocal recording begins. This will allow me to adjust the base concept characters personality to better fit the actors' voices.
One of two main themes for the film's musical score is complete, at least in a rough format. The base melody of which can be heard in MIDI on the teaser: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2579883
The second theme's base melody is still in the works, and about 75% complete.
Release Information Update #1
“20k” is scheduled to start actual animation production within a couple weeks. The entire production must be finished by November 20th. Hopefully I can finish it before that so I can show it at "Midwest Fur Fest" in Chicago that week. The DVD release should be ready after that, scheduled to be available sometime this winter.
Progress Completion List
Promo #1 (Teaser) Production: 100% Complete!
Story Concepts: 100% Complete!
Character Concepts: 100% Complete!
Final Script: 80%
Vehicle Concepts: 65%
Environment Concepts: 55%
Vehicle Designs/Refs/Models: 35%
Musical Score/Themes: 30%
Character Designs/Refs/Models : 25%
Vocal Casting/Recording/ADR: 20%
Environment backgrounds/paintings: 0%
Promo #2 (Trailer) Production: 0%
Final Storyboard/Animatics: 0%
Final Animation/Rendering: 0%
Sound FX/Foley: 0%
Behind-the-scenes video: 0%
Final DVD Production: 0%
Further developments will be posted later.
Thanks for watching
(“20k” © Mikey Silva - Press Release #3 - September 16th, 2009 )
Anthro - Understanding Furry Culture
Posted 16 years agoPreface
I'm opened for questions, dibates, and comments on the following research paper.
Please feel free to respond. ^^
I wrote this research paper for non-furries, but it also explains things some furries may not be aware of. Keep in mind, my scorces were limited, and not all information here is necessarily based on my oppinions of the culture. Also keep in mind that some topics discussed are of a mature subject matter.
This was written for my final college "Communication Theory" paper.
Download the .DOC Double-Spaced version of the paper here: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2709609/
It can be added to faves there as well. ^^
Anthro: Understanding Furry Culture
Michael R. Silva
Evangel University
The furry culture is something even its members can’t really give a full definition to. This makes it a reasonably difficult topic to research as a point of fact. However, since it is so broad a subject, encompassing so many aspects of everyday culture and common history. This study hope that, while debunking common misconception and stereotype, the furry culture is better defined and understood. This will be done by delving into the world’s millennia-old background in anthropomorphic art and society. By better understanding its heritage and true current standpoint in today’s sphere, perhaps you (the reader) might feel more at ease with furry culture or even learn that you are more furry than you may have realized.
Introduction: Questioning the Culture
Imagine yourself in childhood before puberty, junior high, or your first job. Do you remember visiting the Mall, how you got so excited when you met the Easter Bunny in person for the first time? Perhaps you can recall watching Saturday-morning cartoons and spending time laughing at Bullwinkle, or The Pink Panther, or maybe the Care Bears. Then there was a time when your best friend in the world was that ragged old plush animal you toted around everywhere you went. Does any of this sound familiar? Maybe not for you, but it’s how many of us grew up. Now you’re older and you know that the Easter Bunny was just some college kid in a costume, the cartoon characters you fell in love with are just ink and paint, and your plush imaginary friend was just a ball of cotton and polyester. That kids stuff isn’t for grown ups, right? But then who was that person giving out hugs and photographs in the Rabbit suit? Who painstakingly created and drew those adorable cartoon creatures? Who designed and sewed together your plush playmate or even that bunny costume? It certainly wasn’t a child like you. Chances are is was an adult with a fondness for animals and their own childhood, two key ingredients in the topic of this paper. One observation is that things held in high regard by furries aren’t always the product of someone who is a part of furry fandom or lifestyle. Wondering what the furry fandom and lifestyle are? That’s exactly what your average non-furry westerner wants to know, and exactly what the following research will hopefully reveal.
Part 1: Grasping at Paws
In the previous introduction there lies a perspective account of what it’s might be like as an average child growing up in the US after the midpoint of the 1900s. What if those childlike nostalgic feelings could carry on into adulthood? Many people go through what psychology often refers to as mid-life crisis or second childhood, but these are usually phases or transitional stages. However, some people find a way to sustain their childhood throughout adulthood only to find that they’re often just as happy as anyone who truly grew up. This can be found in the child who played with toy trains in youth and then became a real engineer, still tinkering with elaborate model trains as a hobby. Also in the girl who loved to dress up dolls as a kid, only to dress real fashion models as a career and sketch innovative designs on the side. Some furries are the same as those mentioned before. They are animators who grew up on Bullwinkle, and Sports Mascots who have fond memories of the Easter Bunny, or even toy designers who remember the comfort of their old Teddy Bears.
Disputably the best guide to understanding the basics of furry culture can be found on Wikipedia.org under Furry Fandom (2009). The guide states the following:
“Furry fandom (also known as furrydom, furridom, fur fandom or furdom) refers to the fandom for fictional anthropomorphic animal characters with human personalities and characteristics. Examples of anthropomorphic attributes include exhibiting human intelligence and facial expressions, the ability to speak, walk on two legs, and wear clothes. Furry fandom is also used to refer to the community of artists, writers, role players and general fans of the furry art forms who gather on the net and at conventions.”
This wiki article will be mentioned multiple times in the study as it is vital to have a solid supported position for a subject so broad. To get a bearing on the language, Star Trek is to Trekkie or Trekker, as Furry Fandom is to Furr or Furry. Someone considering themselves to be part of Furry Fandom may say any of the following to describe themselves:
“I am Furry.” or “I am a Furry.”
“I am a Furr.” or “I am a Furr Fan”
“We are Furries.”
The term Anthropomorphic is often shortened to Anthro, referring to the definition in the wiki paragraph above. Usually this is applied to something just a bit more human-like than simply talking animals, but not so human than it has little animal characteristics left.
Furries often define themselves the same way that Nerds can be defined. Both term can be seen as both positive and negative, depending on the defining point of view. A Nerd could be described stereotypically as someone who plays a lot of videogames, wears unfashionable clothing, is good at math or science, watches a lot of sci-fi films, is unpopular outside of Nerd circles, memorizes trivial facts, is clumsy, programs computers, uses the internet as the only means of sexual interaction, or any other number of perceived traits and hobbies. As with all stereotypes, there are just as many chances of being right as being wrong when assuming they are all alike. Also, positive and negative characteristics are often mixed, defining all in the group as one entity. The common mixed bag of Furry stereotypes include being an anthro artist, enjoying cartoons, being zoophiles, dressing like an animal or mascot, going to anthro conventions, being animal rights activists, believing in animism, having a fur or anthro fetish, enjoying zoology and nature, collecting plush animals, showing gay pride, etc.
Unfortunately, due to the majority of publicity about furries coming from people outside the culture, the more controversial issues on the list have been played up, tagging all furries as perverts (or Furverts). However, as the popularity of the fandom has grown since being labeled in the 1980s, more people are understanding of the diversity of the Furry Fandom. Thus, publicity has become more furr-friendly.
Part 2: Nature of the Beast
Having seen a broad perspective of view points on Furry Culture, we can now begin to narrow down the true nature and essence of what it means to be Furry. But first, we need to comprehend how prevalent the building blocks are for such a fandom. People throughout history have always likened characteristics of animals to the nature of mankind, even using parable and fable as examples. Jesus, according to the Bible (KJV), is called Lion of Judah, and Lamb of God. Aesop’s fables used talking or anthropomorphic animals like “The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing” or “The Lion and the Mouse” as devices in storytelling. Greek Mythology is littered with creatures that are part human and part beast, like the Minotaur, Fauns, and Mermaids. The ancient Egyptians worshiped creatures with human bodies and animal heads, not far unlike that of many anthro cartoon or comic character. Even the book of Isaiah (6:2, KJV) mentions the wings of angels. Atheists even believe than mankind evolved from animals. This combination of man and animal has fascinated the human race as far back as History records. Anthro characters have long been depicted in art, religion, and entertainment through stories, books, films, television, the internet, and all other forms of media throughout the ages. Furry fandom just locked in on it and began label itself as a common-interest group. Once the internet became prevalent, these furries could finally find and make contact with each other worldwide. That point in time (around the late 1990s), is when the fandom really started to make itself known. Most people, both then and now, don’t even realize they have anything in common with the fandom until researching it further. The internet was the main catalyst in putting furries on the map, and making them know to the world.
Part 3: Yiff, Beastality, FurFags, and the Big Bad Reputation
Once furries were put on the map for the world to see, they instantly became a point of interest for the media at large. The downside was inevitable controversy, skepticism, and misleading publicity. Things began to take an unfavorable turn in 2001 when Vanity Fair released an article called Pleasures of the Fur, an article about furry sexual fetishes. Soon after, MTV released a documentary following the sexual coming-of-age exploits of one gay furry. From this point, the spotlight now shone on the culture as being all gay sexual deviants. The offensive term “Fur-Fag” was developed and is still imposed today by ignorant internet hate groups. One episode of CSI depicted a furry convention as a sort of sleazy strip-club with attendees only looking for “Yiff”. Yiff is a furry synonym for sex, referring to the yiff sound a fox makes while mating. Another unsavory misconception imposed on furry culture is that furries are Bestiality Zoophiles, those involved in human-animal sexual relations.
Here’s what WikiFur, the official furry Wiki encyclopedia, has to say about the subject:
“It is considered particularly odious in the furry community, where animals are generally held in high regard.”
It seems that the furry community’s love for animals was mistaken as love with animals. Down under all the bad publicity, the stereotyping, and so on, there are roots in it all. Here are the bare statistics according to Wikipedia’s statistics (most of which come from surveys taken at furry conventions and online furry websites mostly around 1997.):
“19-25% of the fandom members report homosexuality, 37-48% bisexuality, and 3-8% other forms of alternative sexual relationships. About 2% state an interest in zoophilia…”.
2% may seem like a lot, but that’s 2% of furries. According to the Kinsey Reports (a sexual behaviors study from 1953) and other such studies since, the average person who has had “sexual interaction with animals” at any point is 5%-8%. So if anything, furries are 60%-75% less likely than the average person to be associated with such behavior.
As for the gay and bisexual stereotype, the statistics show up to 48% to have one of those orientations. However, assuming that every furry you meet is gay or bi makes as much sense as assuming that every human you meet will be a Male. Because there is a fairly high percentile of same-sex attraction among furries, they are very tolerant and welcoming of a broad range of people. Furries do not flirt, flaunt, or display their sexuality (including preferences therein) any more than the average person one would in public.
The most common furry-sexual argument is centered around those attracted to anthropomorphic pornography and fursuit fetishes. Since the furry fandom was brought together on the internet, pornography was come up sooner or later. The internet, according to Iain Thomson’s report, is only 1% pornography. However, if you were to consider the internet like a busy city sidewalk where you walk every day, and every hundredth person you walked by was naked or performing a sexual act, it becomes more than noticeable. The same lies in fury artwork and photography, as 1% of every image in fury culture is also pornographic. This study is not about sexuality on the internet, as it is an entire subject of its own that an entire library of books couldn’t even begin to discuss. But there is pornography on every subject, of every fetish, and in every form known online. It’s easy for anyone to just stumble onto it to stumble onto it weather they were intending to or not. A fair amount of furries are attracted to anthro pornography, but they do not all partake in the viewing of it. Not unlike the common man who, when shown a pornographic image, would not disagree to his being attracted to it but state that he doesn’t partake in that sort of indulgence.
Some fail to realize that cartoons have long had “Sex Symbols”, though some more subtle than others, over the years. The more overtly recognizable would be showgirl-type characters like Betty Boop, Tex Avery’s Red Hot Riding Hood, Jessica Rabbit, and so on. Anime, Manga, Comic books, and video game characters often have idealized sex-symbol characters in the lead like Superman or Lora Croft: Tomb Raider. Having such characters is common for anthro artwork as well, often combining the pleasing form of the human body with animal tail, head, fur paws, etc. Lola Bunny in Space Jam, although never really catching on as a popular Looney Tunes character in the US, still has a wide range of product endorsements and collectables in Europe. Nintendo’s hit game series Star Fox, a game featuring all anthro creatures piloting spaceships, recently added the scantily-clad vixen Krystal to the mix of characters to gain sexual appeal. Not all popular anthro characters are quite so human as these. Some furries even dispute weather characters like Garfield the cat, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Minnie Mouse are anthro enough to be considered part of the genre. The perfect standard meeting ground would be something like Disney’s Animated classic Robin Hood, told using anthropomorphic creatures. The characters show a good amount of human design, but without being too anatomically correct. Yet human as they are, even the smallest of children can point to each character and identify the animal they represent. The point of all this is that furries enjoy the most of the same anthro characters that non-furries do, and in similar ways. Although not all animators and artists who create these characters would consider themselves furry, it’s true that many furrs are antrho artists and cartoonists, recreating things like what they grew up with.
Part 4: Fursuits and Plushies
As mentioned before, the job of costumed entertainer has been around for quite some time and with only increase in popularity. Shopping Mall holiday icons, Theme Park characters, and Sports Mascots are only a few lead examples of people in furry costumes for mass entertainment. Most often, seeing any one of these examples fills us with delight, putting a smile on our faces and prompts us to find our cameras. As a child you may remember Big Bird helping teach kids their alphabet, or have seen Bear in the Big Blue house dancing for the kids. Plush characters, puppets, mascots, and the like often bring back fond memories of childhood, weather of one’s own plush toy or perhaps a family pet. Both children and adults alike find talking animals endearing, and since there’s not much chance of this fantasy coming true in real life, the next closest things are cartoons, puppets, and costumes. Furries refer to mascot-like costumes as fursuits. Because of the fondness held for such characters, but not necessarily wanting to make a career out of mascotting, furries often create or commission their own custom fursuit(s). These are then worn in public on holidays, at special events, or conventions often to the general public’s delight.
According to a survey conducted by the University of California, only 18% of the 600 furries own a fursuit. Needless to say, close to one-fifth is a sizable amount. Not every furry is comfortable or has a desire to wear a fursuit. It seems the root of wanting a fursuit can be traced to a few key points. The first, and most provocative, is the use of a fursuit as a sex toy. As mentioned before, this is a minority fetish and not the norm for fursuiters. For example, if a person has a sock fetish, it doesn’t make everyone wearing socks in public takes part in a sock fettish. Quite the contrary in most cases, fursuits are ment to bring out the childlike innocence of the wearer. The role playing aspect of fursuiting is merely the opportunity to be someone else, to take on the role of a fictitious character just for fun and escape from everyday life. Some fursuiters see it as an opportunity to become a cartoon character, as would a clown or mime, with the suit giving them the free license to act far silly than they would without. This is the entertainment aspect. Fursuiters put on charity shows, attend social events, and sometimes simply venture into busy public areas simply to entertain. Another aspect is the need for affection reciprocated through the interaction of a fursuiter and his or her audience. Kids and adults alike don’t feel shy running up to a costumed character and shaking hands, exchanging a high-five, or sharing a hug. Keep in mind that neither the fursuiter nor the interacting entertainee know each other personally. In what other instance would this kind of unconditional acceptance, attention, and affection be shown between perfect strangers? Some furries have even made a career out of the designing and creating of custom fursuits, such as Don’t Hug Cacti Studios and Mixed Candy. Needless to say all the aspects of fursuiting are at the very least recreational for all parties involved.
Plush animals and puppets are also a part of furry culture. Puppets, like fursuits, are a performance and role playing tool used for entertainment purposes. Plush collectors, not unlike toy collectors, own soft animals often for their nostalgic value and appeal.
Although the majority of furries are simply animal-loving fans of anthro art and culture, The furry lifestyle is another minority of furries who see the experience as one of spirituality. Furry lifestylers are a small percentage of furrs come from a variety of religions who believe in a form reincarnation or animal spirituality. Some believe they have an animal side or spirit within them, sharing characteristics of that animal. There are a few who even believe that they are animals trapped in human form. Thus interacting with furries makes them feel at home in a human society.
Part 5: Conventions, the Internet, and the Booming Furry Community
Anthropomorphic conventions have been a part of the furry culture since the mid 1980s. They began as side-events at science fiction conventions. They soon split off as full conventions of their own in 1989, ConFurence 0 being the first. The gatherings range from local get-togethers of 10 or less called furmeets and can be full-fledged conventions like the largest, Anthrocon, topping out at around 3,000 international attendees in recent years. The conventions welcome all interested, but lately have banned media coverage due to the recent unsavory coverage that propagates negative stereotypes. Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, home of Anthrocon, welcomes the business of furries and has come to accept and encourage their patronage of the convention-goers.
Activities at such gatherings include art meets, fursuit and puppet performances, dances, fursuit sports (such as bowling in costume), parades, luncheons, art and video shows, conferences with VIP guests, Classes (such as how to draw, puppeteer, and mascot, or zoological exhibitions), role playing games (various in-character activities), and the list stretches from there. The main purpose, as with all conventions, is simply to get together and interact with people who share similar interests. Since the widespread use of the internet has expanded, so has the ability for furries to connect without waiting for and traveling (at great expense) to conventions. The largest known Furry online community is Fur Affinity (furaffinity.net), a community of furry artists, musicians, writers, entertainers, and other fans of furry culture. There are nearly 18,000 registered Fur Affinity users, nearly equivalent to population of the state of Florida. Websites like this provide a common sharing ground in both art and opinion (forums). Other, more digitally-kinetic, means of interaction are also available through MMORPGs like Second Life (Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game). Second life, a hot subject for review in it self, is a free game where the player is free to design his or her own characters, vehicles, buildings, items, and anything else they can imagine. This is accomplished using in-game 3D creative rendering software, allowing the player to create all elements of the game. The game has approximately 8,000,000 players, with an average of 38,000 of them playing online at any given time. Obviously furries use this as an opportunity to become their own furry character, or at least assume the appearance of an anthro creature in the goalless game. An estimated 20,000 furries play second life. The internet is littered with thousands of furry websites, chat groups, art boards, forums, and other means to meet the furr fans interactive needs.
Part 6: Closing notes
We’re all guilty of enjoying something incessantly at one point in life. Some people grow out of such affinities, hobbies, and fandoms. Some do not. As the world’s communication network broadens, people have become less ignorant of their surrounding cultures. Language barriers have broken, differences in society have been met with diplomatic understanding, and people truly have begun to strive for peaceful coexistence. The downside being communication can also be used as a weapon for scorn and finger pointing. The furry culture has grown because people have become more aware of what it is, and who represent it, even identifying themselves as part of it. It’s possible that you may not consider yourself as a part of Furry Fandom, but share more than a few affiliations to what makes them who they feel they are. Maybe enjoying some or many of the things they do. The object of this statement can be summed up as; Just because your not a big Football Fan doesn’t mean you don’t enjoy watching the game. Furries pride themselves on being tolerant of many cultures and viewpoints, the world at large could learn a lesson from their attitude. Perhaps we shouldn’t all go out and join every club, religion, and fandom that we come across, but if we truly want to better ourselves as humans we might try harder to understand the viewpoints of those around us. Learning in this manner may even help us understand ourselves so that we, in turn, can help better the world.
(This paper waas written by me, and is © Michael R. Silva 2009)
References
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Furry_fandom
Author: Unknown
http://furry.wikia.com/wiki/Beastiality
Author: Unknown
http://www.itnews.com.au/News/42304.....porn-free.aspx
Title: Internet is 99 percent porn free
Author: Iain Thomson
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fursuit
Author: Unknown
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Furry_convention
Author: Unknown
http://www.furaffinity.net/
Author: Unknown
I'm opened for questions, dibates, and comments on the following research paper.
Please feel free to respond. ^^
I wrote this research paper for non-furries, but it also explains things some furries may not be aware of. Keep in mind, my scorces were limited, and not all information here is necessarily based on my oppinions of the culture. Also keep in mind that some topics discussed are of a mature subject matter.
This was written for my final college "Communication Theory" paper.
Download the .DOC Double-Spaced version of the paper here: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2709609/
It can be added to faves there as well. ^^
Anthro: Understanding Furry Culture
Michael R. Silva
Evangel University
The furry culture is something even its members can’t really give a full definition to. This makes it a reasonably difficult topic to research as a point of fact. However, since it is so broad a subject, encompassing so many aspects of everyday culture and common history. This study hope that, while debunking common misconception and stereotype, the furry culture is better defined and understood. This will be done by delving into the world’s millennia-old background in anthropomorphic art and society. By better understanding its heritage and true current standpoint in today’s sphere, perhaps you (the reader) might feel more at ease with furry culture or even learn that you are more furry than you may have realized.
Introduction: Questioning the Culture
Imagine yourself in childhood before puberty, junior high, or your first job. Do you remember visiting the Mall, how you got so excited when you met the Easter Bunny in person for the first time? Perhaps you can recall watching Saturday-morning cartoons and spending time laughing at Bullwinkle, or The Pink Panther, or maybe the Care Bears. Then there was a time when your best friend in the world was that ragged old plush animal you toted around everywhere you went. Does any of this sound familiar? Maybe not for you, but it’s how many of us grew up. Now you’re older and you know that the Easter Bunny was just some college kid in a costume, the cartoon characters you fell in love with are just ink and paint, and your plush imaginary friend was just a ball of cotton and polyester. That kids stuff isn’t for grown ups, right? But then who was that person giving out hugs and photographs in the Rabbit suit? Who painstakingly created and drew those adorable cartoon creatures? Who designed and sewed together your plush playmate or even that bunny costume? It certainly wasn’t a child like you. Chances are is was an adult with a fondness for animals and their own childhood, two key ingredients in the topic of this paper. One observation is that things held in high regard by furries aren’t always the product of someone who is a part of furry fandom or lifestyle. Wondering what the furry fandom and lifestyle are? That’s exactly what your average non-furry westerner wants to know, and exactly what the following research will hopefully reveal.
Part 1: Grasping at Paws
In the previous introduction there lies a perspective account of what it’s might be like as an average child growing up in the US after the midpoint of the 1900s. What if those childlike nostalgic feelings could carry on into adulthood? Many people go through what psychology often refers to as mid-life crisis or second childhood, but these are usually phases or transitional stages. However, some people find a way to sustain their childhood throughout adulthood only to find that they’re often just as happy as anyone who truly grew up. This can be found in the child who played with toy trains in youth and then became a real engineer, still tinkering with elaborate model trains as a hobby. Also in the girl who loved to dress up dolls as a kid, only to dress real fashion models as a career and sketch innovative designs on the side. Some furries are the same as those mentioned before. They are animators who grew up on Bullwinkle, and Sports Mascots who have fond memories of the Easter Bunny, or even toy designers who remember the comfort of their old Teddy Bears.
Disputably the best guide to understanding the basics of furry culture can be found on Wikipedia.org under Furry Fandom (2009). The guide states the following:
“Furry fandom (also known as furrydom, furridom, fur fandom or furdom) refers to the fandom for fictional anthropomorphic animal characters with human personalities and characteristics. Examples of anthropomorphic attributes include exhibiting human intelligence and facial expressions, the ability to speak, walk on two legs, and wear clothes. Furry fandom is also used to refer to the community of artists, writers, role players and general fans of the furry art forms who gather on the net and at conventions.”
This wiki article will be mentioned multiple times in the study as it is vital to have a solid supported position for a subject so broad. To get a bearing on the language, Star Trek is to Trekkie or Trekker, as Furry Fandom is to Furr or Furry. Someone considering themselves to be part of Furry Fandom may say any of the following to describe themselves:
“I am Furry.” or “I am a Furry.”
“I am a Furr.” or “I am a Furr Fan”
“We are Furries.”
The term Anthropomorphic is often shortened to Anthro, referring to the definition in the wiki paragraph above. Usually this is applied to something just a bit more human-like than simply talking animals, but not so human than it has little animal characteristics left.
Furries often define themselves the same way that Nerds can be defined. Both term can be seen as both positive and negative, depending on the defining point of view. A Nerd could be described stereotypically as someone who plays a lot of videogames, wears unfashionable clothing, is good at math or science, watches a lot of sci-fi films, is unpopular outside of Nerd circles, memorizes trivial facts, is clumsy, programs computers, uses the internet as the only means of sexual interaction, or any other number of perceived traits and hobbies. As with all stereotypes, there are just as many chances of being right as being wrong when assuming they are all alike. Also, positive and negative characteristics are often mixed, defining all in the group as one entity. The common mixed bag of Furry stereotypes include being an anthro artist, enjoying cartoons, being zoophiles, dressing like an animal or mascot, going to anthro conventions, being animal rights activists, believing in animism, having a fur or anthro fetish, enjoying zoology and nature, collecting plush animals, showing gay pride, etc.
Unfortunately, due to the majority of publicity about furries coming from people outside the culture, the more controversial issues on the list have been played up, tagging all furries as perverts (or Furverts). However, as the popularity of the fandom has grown since being labeled in the 1980s, more people are understanding of the diversity of the Furry Fandom. Thus, publicity has become more furr-friendly.
Part 2: Nature of the Beast
Having seen a broad perspective of view points on Furry Culture, we can now begin to narrow down the true nature and essence of what it means to be Furry. But first, we need to comprehend how prevalent the building blocks are for such a fandom. People throughout history have always likened characteristics of animals to the nature of mankind, even using parable and fable as examples. Jesus, according to the Bible (KJV), is called Lion of Judah, and Lamb of God. Aesop’s fables used talking or anthropomorphic animals like “The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing” or “The Lion and the Mouse” as devices in storytelling. Greek Mythology is littered with creatures that are part human and part beast, like the Minotaur, Fauns, and Mermaids. The ancient Egyptians worshiped creatures with human bodies and animal heads, not far unlike that of many anthro cartoon or comic character. Even the book of Isaiah (6:2, KJV) mentions the wings of angels. Atheists even believe than mankind evolved from animals. This combination of man and animal has fascinated the human race as far back as History records. Anthro characters have long been depicted in art, religion, and entertainment through stories, books, films, television, the internet, and all other forms of media throughout the ages. Furry fandom just locked in on it and began label itself as a common-interest group. Once the internet became prevalent, these furries could finally find and make contact with each other worldwide. That point in time (around the late 1990s), is when the fandom really started to make itself known. Most people, both then and now, don’t even realize they have anything in common with the fandom until researching it further. The internet was the main catalyst in putting furries on the map, and making them know to the world.
Part 3: Yiff, Beastality, FurFags, and the Big Bad Reputation
Once furries were put on the map for the world to see, they instantly became a point of interest for the media at large. The downside was inevitable controversy, skepticism, and misleading publicity. Things began to take an unfavorable turn in 2001 when Vanity Fair released an article called Pleasures of the Fur, an article about furry sexual fetishes. Soon after, MTV released a documentary following the sexual coming-of-age exploits of one gay furry. From this point, the spotlight now shone on the culture as being all gay sexual deviants. The offensive term “Fur-Fag” was developed and is still imposed today by ignorant internet hate groups. One episode of CSI depicted a furry convention as a sort of sleazy strip-club with attendees only looking for “Yiff”. Yiff is a furry synonym for sex, referring to the yiff sound a fox makes while mating. Another unsavory misconception imposed on furry culture is that furries are Bestiality Zoophiles, those involved in human-animal sexual relations.
Here’s what WikiFur, the official furry Wiki encyclopedia, has to say about the subject:
“It is considered particularly odious in the furry community, where animals are generally held in high regard.”
It seems that the furry community’s love for animals was mistaken as love with animals. Down under all the bad publicity, the stereotyping, and so on, there are roots in it all. Here are the bare statistics according to Wikipedia’s statistics (most of which come from surveys taken at furry conventions and online furry websites mostly around 1997.):
“19-25% of the fandom members report homosexuality, 37-48% bisexuality, and 3-8% other forms of alternative sexual relationships. About 2% state an interest in zoophilia…”.
2% may seem like a lot, but that’s 2% of furries. According to the Kinsey Reports (a sexual behaviors study from 1953) and other such studies since, the average person who has had “sexual interaction with animals” at any point is 5%-8%. So if anything, furries are 60%-75% less likely than the average person to be associated with such behavior.
As for the gay and bisexual stereotype, the statistics show up to 48% to have one of those orientations. However, assuming that every furry you meet is gay or bi makes as much sense as assuming that every human you meet will be a Male. Because there is a fairly high percentile of same-sex attraction among furries, they are very tolerant and welcoming of a broad range of people. Furries do not flirt, flaunt, or display their sexuality (including preferences therein) any more than the average person one would in public.
The most common furry-sexual argument is centered around those attracted to anthropomorphic pornography and fursuit fetishes. Since the furry fandom was brought together on the internet, pornography was come up sooner or later. The internet, according to Iain Thomson’s report, is only 1% pornography. However, if you were to consider the internet like a busy city sidewalk where you walk every day, and every hundredth person you walked by was naked or performing a sexual act, it becomes more than noticeable. The same lies in fury artwork and photography, as 1% of every image in fury culture is also pornographic. This study is not about sexuality on the internet, as it is an entire subject of its own that an entire library of books couldn’t even begin to discuss. But there is pornography on every subject, of every fetish, and in every form known online. It’s easy for anyone to just stumble onto it to stumble onto it weather they were intending to or not. A fair amount of furries are attracted to anthro pornography, but they do not all partake in the viewing of it. Not unlike the common man who, when shown a pornographic image, would not disagree to his being attracted to it but state that he doesn’t partake in that sort of indulgence.
Some fail to realize that cartoons have long had “Sex Symbols”, though some more subtle than others, over the years. The more overtly recognizable would be showgirl-type characters like Betty Boop, Tex Avery’s Red Hot Riding Hood, Jessica Rabbit, and so on. Anime, Manga, Comic books, and video game characters often have idealized sex-symbol characters in the lead like Superman or Lora Croft: Tomb Raider. Having such characters is common for anthro artwork as well, often combining the pleasing form of the human body with animal tail, head, fur paws, etc. Lola Bunny in Space Jam, although never really catching on as a popular Looney Tunes character in the US, still has a wide range of product endorsements and collectables in Europe. Nintendo’s hit game series Star Fox, a game featuring all anthro creatures piloting spaceships, recently added the scantily-clad vixen Krystal to the mix of characters to gain sexual appeal. Not all popular anthro characters are quite so human as these. Some furries even dispute weather characters like Garfield the cat, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Minnie Mouse are anthro enough to be considered part of the genre. The perfect standard meeting ground would be something like Disney’s Animated classic Robin Hood, told using anthropomorphic creatures. The characters show a good amount of human design, but without being too anatomically correct. Yet human as they are, even the smallest of children can point to each character and identify the animal they represent. The point of all this is that furries enjoy the most of the same anthro characters that non-furries do, and in similar ways. Although not all animators and artists who create these characters would consider themselves furry, it’s true that many furrs are antrho artists and cartoonists, recreating things like what they grew up with.
Part 4: Fursuits and Plushies
As mentioned before, the job of costumed entertainer has been around for quite some time and with only increase in popularity. Shopping Mall holiday icons, Theme Park characters, and Sports Mascots are only a few lead examples of people in furry costumes for mass entertainment. Most often, seeing any one of these examples fills us with delight, putting a smile on our faces and prompts us to find our cameras. As a child you may remember Big Bird helping teach kids their alphabet, or have seen Bear in the Big Blue house dancing for the kids. Plush characters, puppets, mascots, and the like often bring back fond memories of childhood, weather of one’s own plush toy or perhaps a family pet. Both children and adults alike find talking animals endearing, and since there’s not much chance of this fantasy coming true in real life, the next closest things are cartoons, puppets, and costumes. Furries refer to mascot-like costumes as fursuits. Because of the fondness held for such characters, but not necessarily wanting to make a career out of mascotting, furries often create or commission their own custom fursuit(s). These are then worn in public on holidays, at special events, or conventions often to the general public’s delight.
According to a survey conducted by the University of California, only 18% of the 600 furries own a fursuit. Needless to say, close to one-fifth is a sizable amount. Not every furry is comfortable or has a desire to wear a fursuit. It seems the root of wanting a fursuit can be traced to a few key points. The first, and most provocative, is the use of a fursuit as a sex toy. As mentioned before, this is a minority fetish and not the norm for fursuiters. For example, if a person has a sock fetish, it doesn’t make everyone wearing socks in public takes part in a sock fettish. Quite the contrary in most cases, fursuits are ment to bring out the childlike innocence of the wearer. The role playing aspect of fursuiting is merely the opportunity to be someone else, to take on the role of a fictitious character just for fun and escape from everyday life. Some fursuiters see it as an opportunity to become a cartoon character, as would a clown or mime, with the suit giving them the free license to act far silly than they would without. This is the entertainment aspect. Fursuiters put on charity shows, attend social events, and sometimes simply venture into busy public areas simply to entertain. Another aspect is the need for affection reciprocated through the interaction of a fursuiter and his or her audience. Kids and adults alike don’t feel shy running up to a costumed character and shaking hands, exchanging a high-five, or sharing a hug. Keep in mind that neither the fursuiter nor the interacting entertainee know each other personally. In what other instance would this kind of unconditional acceptance, attention, and affection be shown between perfect strangers? Some furries have even made a career out of the designing and creating of custom fursuits, such as Don’t Hug Cacti Studios and Mixed Candy. Needless to say all the aspects of fursuiting are at the very least recreational for all parties involved.
Plush animals and puppets are also a part of furry culture. Puppets, like fursuits, are a performance and role playing tool used for entertainment purposes. Plush collectors, not unlike toy collectors, own soft animals often for their nostalgic value and appeal.
Although the majority of furries are simply animal-loving fans of anthro art and culture, The furry lifestyle is another minority of furries who see the experience as one of spirituality. Furry lifestylers are a small percentage of furrs come from a variety of religions who believe in a form reincarnation or animal spirituality. Some believe they have an animal side or spirit within them, sharing characteristics of that animal. There are a few who even believe that they are animals trapped in human form. Thus interacting with furries makes them feel at home in a human society.
Part 5: Conventions, the Internet, and the Booming Furry Community
Anthropomorphic conventions have been a part of the furry culture since the mid 1980s. They began as side-events at science fiction conventions. They soon split off as full conventions of their own in 1989, ConFurence 0 being the first. The gatherings range from local get-togethers of 10 or less called furmeets and can be full-fledged conventions like the largest, Anthrocon, topping out at around 3,000 international attendees in recent years. The conventions welcome all interested, but lately have banned media coverage due to the recent unsavory coverage that propagates negative stereotypes. Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, home of Anthrocon, welcomes the business of furries and has come to accept and encourage their patronage of the convention-goers.
Activities at such gatherings include art meets, fursuit and puppet performances, dances, fursuit sports (such as bowling in costume), parades, luncheons, art and video shows, conferences with VIP guests, Classes (such as how to draw, puppeteer, and mascot, or zoological exhibitions), role playing games (various in-character activities), and the list stretches from there. The main purpose, as with all conventions, is simply to get together and interact with people who share similar interests. Since the widespread use of the internet has expanded, so has the ability for furries to connect without waiting for and traveling (at great expense) to conventions. The largest known Furry online community is Fur Affinity (furaffinity.net), a community of furry artists, musicians, writers, entertainers, and other fans of furry culture. There are nearly 18,000 registered Fur Affinity users, nearly equivalent to population of the state of Florida. Websites like this provide a common sharing ground in both art and opinion (forums). Other, more digitally-kinetic, means of interaction are also available through MMORPGs like Second Life (Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game). Second life, a hot subject for review in it self, is a free game where the player is free to design his or her own characters, vehicles, buildings, items, and anything else they can imagine. This is accomplished using in-game 3D creative rendering software, allowing the player to create all elements of the game. The game has approximately 8,000,000 players, with an average of 38,000 of them playing online at any given time. Obviously furries use this as an opportunity to become their own furry character, or at least assume the appearance of an anthro creature in the goalless game. An estimated 20,000 furries play second life. The internet is littered with thousands of furry websites, chat groups, art boards, forums, and other means to meet the furr fans interactive needs.
Part 6: Closing notes
We’re all guilty of enjoying something incessantly at one point in life. Some people grow out of such affinities, hobbies, and fandoms. Some do not. As the world’s communication network broadens, people have become less ignorant of their surrounding cultures. Language barriers have broken, differences in society have been met with diplomatic understanding, and people truly have begun to strive for peaceful coexistence. The downside being communication can also be used as a weapon for scorn and finger pointing. The furry culture has grown because people have become more aware of what it is, and who represent it, even identifying themselves as part of it. It’s possible that you may not consider yourself as a part of Furry Fandom, but share more than a few affiliations to what makes them who they feel they are. Maybe enjoying some or many of the things they do. The object of this statement can be summed up as; Just because your not a big Football Fan doesn’t mean you don’t enjoy watching the game. Furries pride themselves on being tolerant of many cultures and viewpoints, the world at large could learn a lesson from their attitude. Perhaps we shouldn’t all go out and join every club, religion, and fandom that we come across, but if we truly want to better ourselves as humans we might try harder to understand the viewpoints of those around us. Learning in this manner may even help us understand ourselves so that we, in turn, can help better the world.
(This paper waas written by me, and is © Michael R. Silva 2009)
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I iz buildin' a Puppet!
Posted 16 years agoI made plans to make this puppet months ago, long before I even planed on making a fursuit.
Having been pushed to the far back of my to-do list, I'm finally making the puppet!
He'll be based on my "Kanofis" series of fictional species.
Currently 30% complete or so, I've been on it for 6 hours or more and need a break.
I'll post pics when He's done ^^
Having been pushed to the far back of my to-do list, I'm finally making the puppet!
He'll be based on my "Kanofis" series of fictional species.
Currently 30% complete or so, I've been on it for 6 hours or more and need a break.
I'll post pics when He's done ^^
Megaplex - Best Vacation EVER!
Posted 16 years agoI’m back from Megaplex 2009!
What a fantastic trip that was. I have lots of friends in the Orlando area, so I was able to go to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure for free. Throughput the trip I collected enough toys and plushies to fill half my luggage.
The Megaplex furry convention was the grand finale to this awesome experience. I met a lot of great new friends, as well as met more than a few people I already knew from the interwebz. Fursuiting around with “Jak Arktik” (My own self-built fursuit costume) quickly became my favorite thing to do at the convention. Nothing beats becoming your own cartoon character and making people of all ages smile and laugh.
I’m certainly planning on attending more events like Megaplex in the future. Maybe next year I’ll visit Pittsburgh for Anthrocon, the world’s largest furry convention. Well, I had a great time, wish you all could have been there. If you were there, give me shout!
Thanks for reading
*hugs* ^^
What a fantastic trip that was. I have lots of friends in the Orlando area, so I was able to go to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure for free. Throughput the trip I collected enough toys and plushies to fill half my luggage.
The Megaplex furry convention was the grand finale to this awesome experience. I met a lot of great new friends, as well as met more than a few people I already knew from the interwebz. Fursuiting around with “Jak Arktik” (My own self-built fursuit costume) quickly became my favorite thing to do at the convention. Nothing beats becoming your own cartoon character and making people of all ages smile and laugh.
I’m certainly planning on attending more events like Megaplex in the future. Maybe next year I’ll visit Pittsburgh for Anthrocon, the world’s largest furry convention. Well, I had a great time, wish you all could have been there. If you were there, give me shout!
Thanks for reading
*hugs* ^^
Anime "20k" Teaser at Megaplex
Posted 16 years agoThe pre-production of “20k” continues with the release of our first Trailer. It will be in the form of a short featurette explaining the concepts and basis for the story, followed by an animated Teaser.
The trailer should premier exclusively at Megaplex 2009, Florida’s annual Anthropomorphic Convention (more info on Megaplex 2009 here: http://www.ppmp.info/ ). I’m also talking with a host from the “Funday Pawpet Show” about an exclusive promotion of some sort. I’ll have more on that topic later.
- Release Information Update #1–
“20k” is scheduled to finish pre-production before the end of summer 2009, although it may spill over into the first week of my Fall semester. The entire production will be completed in time for its premiere on “Movie Night” in December, at Evangel University. The DVD release should be ready soon after that, scheduled to be available around Christmas 2009.
- Progress Completion List –
- Promo #1 (Teaser) Production: 20%
- Promo #2 (Trailer) Production: 0%
- Story Concepts: 100% Complete!
- Character Concepts: 100% Complete!
- Vehicle Concepts: 35%
- Environment Concepts: 40%
- Character Designs/Refs/Models : 10%
- Vehicle Designs/Refs/Models: 20%
- Environment backgrounds/paintings: 0%
- Final Script: 0%
- Final Storyboard/Animatics: 0%
- Vocal Casting/Recording/ADR: 0%
- Final Animation/Rendering: 0%
- Sound FX/Foley: 0%
- Musical Score/Themes: 10%
- Behind-the-scenes video: 0%
- Final DVD Production: 0%
Further developments will be posted later.
(“20k” © Mikey Silva - Press Release #2 - July 6th, 2009 )
The trailer should premier exclusively at Megaplex 2009, Florida’s annual Anthropomorphic Convention (more info on Megaplex 2009 here: http://www.ppmp.info/ ). I’m also talking with a host from the “Funday Pawpet Show” about an exclusive promotion of some sort. I’ll have more on that topic later.
- Release Information Update #1–
“20k” is scheduled to finish pre-production before the end of summer 2009, although it may spill over into the first week of my Fall semester. The entire production will be completed in time for its premiere on “Movie Night” in December, at Evangel University. The DVD release should be ready soon after that, scheduled to be available around Christmas 2009.
- Progress Completion List –
- Promo #1 (Teaser) Production: 20%
- Promo #2 (Trailer) Production: 0%
- Story Concepts: 100% Complete!
- Character Concepts: 100% Complete!
- Vehicle Concepts: 35%
- Environment Concepts: 40%
- Character Designs/Refs/Models : 10%
- Vehicle Designs/Refs/Models: 20%
- Environment backgrounds/paintings: 0%
- Final Script: 0%
- Final Storyboard/Animatics: 0%
- Vocal Casting/Recording/ADR: 0%
- Final Animation/Rendering: 0%
- Sound FX/Foley: 0%
- Musical Score/Themes: 10%
- Behind-the-scenes video: 0%
- Final DVD Production: 0%
Further developments will be posted later.
(“20k” © Mikey Silva - Press Release #2 - July 6th, 2009 )
"20K" Furry Anime - Coming Soon
Posted 16 years ago- "20k" Coming Soon -
I'd like to formally announce that pre-production of my major animated short has begun.
The working title will remain “20k” until I register for copyright on the final work.
- Concept -
- “20k” will be an animated short (between 9 and 18 minutes long) based the classic
science-fiction of Jules Verne, primarily “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea”.
“20k” sets Verne’s tale in a re-imagined aeronautical world. Floating cities, mountain
peek islands, and cloud seas provide a unique locale for this retold classic.
The characters will be redesigned as anthropomorphic (furry) animals, and adjusted
to fit the Anime stylized Vernean world (2D with 3D elements).
A combination of Techno and Steam-punk styles will be given to the cloudy settings
of “20k” and its many air vessels.
There are a few more twists to the original story and concepts, but I’ll save those for later
as nothing is set in stone yet and, like the above concepts, will be subject to change.
Vocal talent hasn’t been cast yet. However, I’m likely to use some of the actors from
Evangel University and fill in where I can myself.
- Release Information –
I’d like to have enough material ready by the end of July to make a teaser/trailer.
“20k” is scheduled to finish pre-production before the end of summer 2009.
The Production will be completed in time for its premiere on “Movie Night”
at the end of the Fall semester, shown at Evangel University.
The DVD release should be ready soon after that, scheduled to be available around
Christmas 2009.
- Progress Completion List –
- Story Concepts: 100% Complete
- Character Concepts: 75%
- Vehicle Concepts: 20%
- Environment Concepts: 25%
- Character Designs/Refs/Models : 10%
- Vehicle Designs/Refs/Models: 5%
- Environment backgrounds/paintings: 0%
- Final Script: 0%
- Final Storyboard/Animatics: 0%
- Vocal Casting/Recording/ADR: 0%
- Final Animation/Rendering: 0%
- Sound FX/Foley: 0%
- Musical Score: 0%
- Behind-the-scenes video: 0%
- Final DVD Production: 0%
Further developments will be posted later.
(“20k” © Mikey Silva - Press Release #1 - May 7th, 2009 )
I'd like to formally announce that pre-production of my major animated short has begun.
The working title will remain “20k” until I register for copyright on the final work.
- Concept -
- “20k” will be an animated short (between 9 and 18 minutes long) based the classic
science-fiction of Jules Verne, primarily “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea”.
“20k” sets Verne’s tale in a re-imagined aeronautical world. Floating cities, mountain
peek islands, and cloud seas provide a unique locale for this retold classic.
The characters will be redesigned as anthropomorphic (furry) animals, and adjusted
to fit the Anime stylized Vernean world (2D with 3D elements).
A combination of Techno and Steam-punk styles will be given to the cloudy settings
of “20k” and its many air vessels.
There are a few more twists to the original story and concepts, but I’ll save those for later
as nothing is set in stone yet and, like the above concepts, will be subject to change.
Vocal talent hasn’t been cast yet. However, I’m likely to use some of the actors from
Evangel University and fill in where I can myself.
- Release Information –
I’d like to have enough material ready by the end of July to make a teaser/trailer.
“20k” is scheduled to finish pre-production before the end of summer 2009.
The Production will be completed in time for its premiere on “Movie Night”
at the end of the Fall semester, shown at Evangel University.
The DVD release should be ready soon after that, scheduled to be available around
Christmas 2009.
- Progress Completion List –
- Story Concepts: 100% Complete
- Character Concepts: 75%
- Vehicle Concepts: 20%
- Environment Concepts: 25%
- Character Designs/Refs/Models : 10%
- Vehicle Designs/Refs/Models: 5%
- Environment backgrounds/paintings: 0%
- Final Script: 0%
- Final Storyboard/Animatics: 0%
- Vocal Casting/Recording/ADR: 0%
- Final Animation/Rendering: 0%
- Sound FX/Foley: 0%
- Musical Score: 0%
- Behind-the-scenes video: 0%
- Final DVD Production: 0%
Further developments will be posted later.
(“20k” © Mikey Silva - Press Release #1 - May 7th, 2009 )
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