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Can you link me to any and all furry subreddits you guys know, NSFW and SFW? .^ thanks!

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I am a scalie (lightning dragon, simply put) who is an artist that has been said to have a gorgeous expertise in backgrounds and scenery. The benefits of being an artist in this field can provide plenty of options, but it's not usually easy to come by good networking and marketing, as any artist would have their hardships of.

As I have noticed, plenty of notable artists in the fandom draw characters and body arts as their niche; a western-world idealism in the glories of visual art. I, however, am the reverse; excellent at backgrounds, faulty at characters. Should I be proud of this in my efforts to keep drawing and improving naturally?

My question however is: If I'm so good at backgrounds, why am I not entirely happy as an artist in the fandom? One of such main issues I've been having is that my character art skills are quite off and result in unpolished works of what I draw and paint, whether traditionally hand-drawn or digital. (I do both) The dream of wanting to cooperate and collaborate on their backgrounds with some of the best and/or biggest artists within the entire world of the furry community is a euphorically uplifting thought, especially when they need help. This desire is even more illuminating when it comes to artists I also want to meet and kindly befriend altogether.

If I improve greatly and fluidly on the characters, I can draw just about anything in the flat world of 2D visual arts, both physically and digitally. This can also include drawing (web)comics, graphic novels, character illustrations, and other great forms of art. In fact, I'd love to invent a new type at some point; I enjoy a good innovation, yet quality comes first in my eyes. Again, thrilling, but I need to know what to do from here to execute better artworks. I'd eventually want to do 3D, crafting, animation, and other forms of visual arts outside of the canvas, papers, and flat surfaces.

Oddly enough, I no longer have any intention to involve money in the midst of any artworks anymore, since it has put me forth a lot of undue stress in the past whether I gain money or spend money, and vice versa with the any other party and client involved. Materialism and money has been flooded all over the visual art side of the furry fandom, especially on the most accessible ones like SoFurry, FurAffinity, Inkbunny, etc. I do art passionately however, as I have been drawing since I was nearly 1 years old (could you believe that?) starting with a smiley face on a red phone book using a writing pen.

I'd love to become a video game artist or something just as majestic and positively productive as my primary dream career. I won't give up; I just need guidance, is all. Thank you very much for the availability of asking, and I appreciate any answers.

~Azure (age 21)

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Hi, Azure,

First of all, to state the obvious, why are you so worried about character art skills if you’re not trying to draw for money? If all you wish to do is create art for the joy of making art, then draw what you enjoy and who cares about the rest?

The emphasis in the fandom, as you’ve noticed, is on character art, not backgrounds, because people are looking for things like avatars and other depictions of their characters, or drawings of characters they enjoy. If you wish to gain acceptance there, you will need to improve you character drawing a bit (although not much, really). You and I both know that the only way to do that is to practice, practice, practice. 

Same is true if you are unsatisfied as an artist because you feel like you are too limited in your abilities and want to branch out into, using an example you gave, graphic novels and the like.

That said, I checked out some of your art online (http://www.furaffinity.net/gallery/azureparagon/) and it is gorgeous. Your background art is stunning. Yes, your character art is not quite at the same level, but while that background level is amazing, your character art is still pretty darn good.

Now, if you never get to be as good an artist in the area of drawing animals, people, anthros, etc., that you wish to be, you can certainly still make it as an artist in this world. There are many many opportunities out there for you. You could, for example, create computer screen art, skateboard and surfboard art, book covers, record covers, commercial arts, art for stage production backgrounds, textile arts, background art for animated films, video games, and even live-action films, or simply be a landscape/still life/abstract traditional artist. Many people purchase such paintings for their homes and offices. Given what I saw online, you could become accomplished in any of those areas, if you were willing to try.

So, when you ask the question, “If I'm so good at backgrounds, why am I not entirely happy as an artist in the fandom?” the answer depends on point of view. If you are limiting yourself to the furry fandom, then you are not satisfied because the fandom emphasizes characters over backgrounds and might not fully appreciate backgrounds (although I saw some comments on your posts and they were pretty darn positive); but if you are asking for yourself, I would say the answer is because you feel like you should be more well-rounded as an artist in your subject matter. Both problems can be corrected with more practice. You could, for example, take some classes in figure drawing, either at a college or from a private instructor.

In my opinion, however, I’d say you are already an accomplished artist and there is a lot you could do with the skills you already have. Depending on what you wish to do with those skills—a decision entirely up to you—will determine your course from this point forward.

Good luck!

Papabear

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ANTHROCON’s official holiday, world record, FBI investigation – Wolfgem and Beastcub recover from tragedy – New con: Pac Anthro Weekend – More Here’s the regular feature of Furry news bites, scoops, and Snausage links. Tips welcome- I’d love to post yours! ______________________________________ - July 5th officially declared “Anthrocon Day” by Pittsburgh’s Mayor! The mayor of […]

Here is an article, dated July 3, on the FOX 29 News website:
http://www.myfoxphilly.com/story/25937457/convention


Pittsburgh, Pa.-Those who love to dress up in animal costumes are making their annual pilgrimage to Pittsburgh.

They call themselves Furries, which means they dress up as large furry animals for fun.

About 6,000 people are in town to see and be seen at Anthrocon for the convention.

"We love it. It's so much fun. I wish they could come more often every year,” said convention attendee Baris Budak.

And it's a big tourist draw for Pittsburgh also with participants coming from 25 countries.

"It’s what they're into. It makes them happy. It relaxes them. It gets them through the day," said Anthrocon Board Chairman Dr. Samuel Conway.

The convention has brought 41 million dollars to the Pittsburgh economy over the years with an estimated 7 million dollars this year alone.

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If the basic criteria is a general liking of anthro animals, I can do that. Plus, this community is super nice.

I'm not really into writing/art that much and will probably just be looking for friends to play games with (mainly on Steam/3DS)

A quick question or two before I finish this post: What is the purpose of a fursona and do I need to create one?

Thanks!

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Author: Papabear, So, I’m going to use fake names … just to try and keep this under wraps, just in case. About 17 months ago, I went into a relationship with two other furs: James and Kevin, which lasted for three months, but those three months did leave a strong imprint on myself…. After the […]

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any one know of any furry tiny chat groups ????

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Or would I have to get better and draw my own?

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Papabear,

So, I'm going to use fake names ... just to try and keep this under wraps, just in case. About 17 months ago, I went into a relationship with two other furs: James and Kevin, which lasted for three months, but those three months did leave a strong imprint on myself.... After the three months, James had a dream about me. I think it was me chasing him with a knife. He told everyone about it, but left out the fact it was a dream. That pretty much got me kicked out and sent home. 

Ever since then me and Kevin have been talking. For the first few months, him and James still dated until around mid July (everything happened very end of April, first day of May). While my relationship with James started to become a clockwork of us unblocking each other, getting close, then one of us freaking out, and re-blocking. Me and Kevin slowly would get more and more deep with our conversations, to the point we shared some things you wouldn't normally unless you trusted someone 500%. I even saved up $600 (after being out of work for almost a year) to go and see him. During that time I asked him if he loved me, and he told me there's a spark, but no. I didn't fully believe that and knew he had deeper feelings. 

Sometime after I left, Kevin and James got back together. Now they both told me that it was over between them, but I think due to the fact James was away from Kevin for the first time, and the fact he was going to lose his job helped trigger the answer of yes; also they were in couples counseling, when they got back together. Now it’s been about five months since then. Me and Kevin are closer to each other than Kevin and James, who are dating and live together. Me and Kevin can’t go a day without at least talking a little bit. I know deep down he (Kevin) loves me to the point of something more than just dating. But he won't break up with James, even when he knows there is nothing between them. Kevin told me before he wonders if what he had was real. I know it is, and I know deep down I know he knows. How can I bring out that “I'm sure” feeling in him?

King Kitty (21)

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Dear King,

I know you’ve been talking to “Kevin” a lot, but sometimes with think we know what’s inside another person’s head when we really don’t. You say that Kevin loves you and that you are closer to Kevin than James is. Have you heard the cliché “actions speak louder than words?”  If Kevin loves you more than James, then he should be with you, but he’s with James, isn’t he? (Not sure what the purpose of all that stuff about James and his dream were about, unless you’re trying to show that James is a bad person and not worthy of Kevin’s attention. Not sure why you got kicked out—out of where? Living with them?) 

Yes, Kevin and James are having troubles, it appears, but Kevin also cares enough to go into couples counseling, which shows that he is willing to put time and energy into the relationship, and you don’t do that with someone you don’t care about.

Stop fooling yourself, King Kitty. He told you he didn’t love you, so you need to accept that.

Sorry for the bad news. 

Papabear