What is a furry? - It's not a straight forward answer. The "Furry" Fandom is comprised of artists, performers, and writers who all share a common interest in the Idea of the Anthropomorphic animal. Some create art and literature based on an alternate persona or "Fursona". Although not many in the fandom participate, "Fursuiting" is a prominent part of the hobby, where furry fans will dress up as their fursonas.
So what is Anthro then? - Anthropomorphics, or Anthro, is when an animal or object exhibits human-like characteristics. This can range from standing on 2 feet, wearing clothing, or speaking.
I still don't understand... Why do you guys do this stuff? - It's fun! In quoting Dr. Samuel "Uncle Kage" Conway, "If you go to a Furry Convention, you will see White people, Black people, Asian people, Arabic people, Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Christians, Atheists, you will see rich people, poor people, young, old; an amazing mixture of people; and when we are here, nobody sees ANY of those differences. We come here and all we see is another Furry. In this little culture of ours, we have found the diversity that America has been after for so many years but could never grasp, and we found it just by being ourselves."
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Wow. Nice to see people who just like anthros, and aren't into the creepy stuff. When I first saw "Furry Thread", I thought, "oh, no..." but I thought I should check it out. Seems cool so far, if we can keep it SFW and post good art and stuff, maybe that could change some opinions. Maybe I'll lurk this thread a little, too.
Of course, some of my artwork, spoilered for size.
If you like these, there's a link to my deviantArt gallery in my sig. Gallery's a little bare, just started, but it's all safe for work and family, and I really only draw anthros. Best of luck with the new thread!
Wow. Nice to see people who just like anthros, and aren't into the creepy stuff. When I first saw "Furry Thread", I thought, "oh, no..." but I thought I should check it out. Seems cool so far, if we can keep it SFW and post good art and stuff, maybe that could change some opinions. Maybe I'll lurk this thread a little, too.
Of course, some of my artwork, spoilered for size.
If you like these, there's a link to my deviantArt gallery in my sig. Gallery's a little bare, just started, but it's all safe for work and family, and I really only draw anthros. Best of luck with the new thread!
Those are really good! I'll add you as a link in the Gallery section of the OP. I hope you stay around awhile :biggrin.gif:
Those are really good! I'll add you as a link in the Gallery section of the OP. I hope you stay around awhile :biggrin.gif:
OK, thanks! I'll post more stuff on there, and share more here from time to time. Glad to hear you like my drawings, and I'll definitely check in often! Next time, I'll post happy characters, I didn't realize both of them had angry expressions.
Thread is getting pushed down before people get a chance to see it. It won't get a chance to grow if nobody knows it's here.
Art injection, STAT!
Spoilered for size, that seems to be proper etiquette for larger images.
First, something cute...
And, something that's just fun (I promised happy characters last night, so here they are).
I don't know, does this count as a "fursona"? He's kinda my avatar or self-insert in the storyline I put him in, I kinda designed him more in my image than most other characters I draw. But then again, I have other characters I share that kind of connection with too. I'm just not too sure of a lot of the vocabulary yet.
Thread is getting pushed down before people get a chance to see it. It won't get a chance to grow if nobody knows it's here.
Art injection, STAT!
Spoilered for size, that seems to be proper etiquette for larger images.
First, something cute...
And, something that's just fun (I promised happy characters last night, so here they are).
I don't know, does this count as a "fursona"? He's kinda my avatar or self-insert in the storyline I put him in, I kinda designed him more in my image than most other characters I draw. But then again, I have other characters I share that kind of connection with too. I'm just not too sure of a lot of the vocabulary yet.
That reminds me of Luvitus....since hes a cow-dragon too :tongue.gif:
Have no idea who that is... anyway, like I said, not sure if that counts as a "fursona", you guys will have to tell me. I don't really identify as a furry, because of the weirdos. I call myself an "anthro fan". But then again, I identify as a Brony, and they have their share of weirdos too... so I'm not really opposed to the idea.
Wasn't going for cow-dragon, but that sounds cool. His name's Kelvin (like Calvin, calf, cow... it's dumb but it's fun, and slightly less obvious).
Let's keep the thread alive and full of great pictures and art, maybe change some perceptions about the furry/anthro fandom.
Sorry, just posting to keep the thread on the first page long enough for people to find it.
To keep this on-topic, a raccoon character I've been drawing for a while.
I'll lurk more once we get more people and some actual discussion going. Until then, I'll put up a picture or two for the next couple days at least, try to get us rolling a bit.
That's awesome! I haven't done random doodles like that in ages! Thread is quiet. TOO quiet... Still, I don't want to spam up the thread. I'll post more pics tomorrow.
That's awesome! I haven't done random doodles like that in ages! Thread is quiet. TOO quiet... Still, I don't want to spam up the thread. I'll post more pics tomorrow.
Thanks! Your Raccoon was amazing too :biggrin.gif:
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And thanks for posting! :smile.gif:
Tobi, don't act like you were a part of the original :tongue.gif:
To keep this on topic and to invite more people back from the previous thread here is a picture I drew of a friend:
Venit, quessit, induravit.
Will amend. Thanks! :biggrin.gif:
ncv
Of course, some of my artwork, spoilered for size.
If you like these, there's a link to my deviantArt gallery in my sig. Gallery's a little bare, just started, but it's all safe for work and family, and I really only draw anthros. Best of luck with the new thread!
Those are really good! I'll add you as a link in the Gallery section of the OP. I hope you stay around awhile :biggrin.gif:
OK, thanks! I'll post more stuff on there, and share more here from time to time. Glad to hear you like my drawings, and I'll definitely check in often! Next time, I'll post happy characters, I didn't realize both of them had angry expressions.
*there may or may not be cake
Art injection, STAT!
Spoilered for size, that seems to be proper etiquette for larger images.
First, something cute...
And, something that's just fun (I promised happy characters last night, so here they are).
I don't know, does this count as a "fursona"? He's kinda my avatar or self-insert in the storyline I put him in, I kinda designed him more in my image than most other characters I draw. But then again, I have other characters I share that kind of connection with too. I'm just not too sure of a lot of the vocabulary yet.
Very nice!
That reminds me of Luvitus....since hes a cow-dragon too :tongue.gif:
Have no idea who that is... anyway, like I said, not sure if that counts as a "fursona", you guys will have to tell me. I don't really identify as a furry, because of the weirdos. I call myself an "anthro fan". But then again, I identify as a Brony, and they have their share of weirdos too... so I'm not really opposed to the idea.
Wasn't going for cow-dragon, but that sounds cool. His name's Kelvin (like Calvin, calf, cow... it's dumb but it's fun, and slightly less obvious).
Let's keep the thread alive and full of great pictures and art, maybe change some perceptions about the furry/anthro fandom.
Sorry, just posting to keep the thread on the first page long enough for people to find it.
To keep this on-topic, a raccoon character I've been drawing for a while.
I'll lurk more once we get more people and some actual discussion going. Until then, I'll put up a picture or two for the next couple days at least, try to get us rolling a bit.
That's awesome! I haven't done random doodles like that in ages! Thread is quiet. TOO quiet... Still, I don't want to spam up the thread. I'll post more pics tomorrow.
Thanks! Your Raccoon was amazing too :biggrin.gif: