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WPAFW looking for art & story submission for program guide.
Posted 16 years agoArtwork and Stories
For this year's WPAFW Program Guide we would love to include contributions of artwork, short stories or poems from you, our attendees.
The theme of the event each year is "Fur and Fun in the Autumn Sun" and centers around outdoor activities typical of a BBQ in a park.
All submissions should be original works, legal, and generally PG-13 in nature. Stories should be 1000 words or less. Artwork should be line art or grayscale and submitted in a high quality (300dpi or better) TIFF file.
If you are interested in submitting anything for consideration or have any additional questions, email
silaria at, publication(at)wpafw.org. All submissions should be submitted by August 9th.
Thanks for keeping us in mind.
Swift Fox
Director; WPAFW'09
For this year's WPAFW Program Guide we would love to include contributions of artwork, short stories or poems from you, our attendees.
The theme of the event each year is "Fur and Fun in the Autumn Sun" and centers around outdoor activities typical of a BBQ in a park.
All submissions should be original works, legal, and generally PG-13 in nature. Stories should be 1000 words or less. Artwork should be line art or grayscale and submitted in a high quality (300dpi or better) TIFF file.
If you are interested in submitting anything for consideration or have any additional questions, email
silaria at, publication(at)wpafw.org. All submissions should be submitted by August 9th.Thanks for keeping us in mind.
Swift Fox
Director; WPAFW'09
Favorite Sweets & Candy Meme
Posted 16 years agoInstructions:
1. Share with us your five favorite sweets and candies in descending order. (#5 to #1)
2. Tag/Don't Tag three friends to take it.
Swift's Favorite Sweets and Candy...
Coming in at number five...
Lifesavers (Any Flavors)
Moving up one spot to number four...
Snowcaps
Swifty's number three favorite is...
Mike and Ikes
The runner up is...
Fresh, Boardwalk Caramel Popcorn
And topping the charts is...
Twizzlers! Cuz, well, Twizzlers make Swifty's happy!
1. Share with us your five favorite sweets and candies in descending order. (#5 to #1)
2. Tag/Don't Tag three friends to take it.
Swift's Favorite Sweets and Candy...
Coming in at number five...
Lifesavers (Any Flavors)
Moving up one spot to number four...
Snowcaps
Swifty's number three favorite is...
Mike and Ikes
The runner up is...
Fresh, Boardwalk Caramel Popcorn
And topping the charts is...
Twizzlers! Cuz, well, Twizzlers make Swifty's happy!
Hey! First person to post...
Posted 16 years ago...gets to draw a free commission of Swift!! :D
How cool is that?
*Hugs*
Swifty
How cool is that?
*Hugs*
Swifty
WPAFW is looking for Art & Writing for our Program Guide.
Posted 16 years agoARTWORK!
For this year's WPAFW Program Guide we would love to include contributions of artwork, short stories or poems from you, our attendees. Our theme, as always, is "Fur and fun in the Autumn Sun!" Anything BBQ or picnic in the park related will work well.
All submissions should be original works, legal, and generally PG-13 in nature. Stories should be 1000 words or less. Artwork should be line art or grayscale and submitted in a high quality (300dpi or better) TIFF file.
ADVERTISEMENTS!
We are also offering opportunities for you to advertise your businesses. (No adult oriented business please; we have minors that attend this event.) The rates for advertising are:
Full Page 5x8.5 $30.00
Half Page 5x4 $20.00
Business Card 3.5x $10.00
If you are interested in submitting anything for consideration or have any additional questions, email publication(at)wpafw.org. Due date is August 8th.
If you know anyone who may be interested in this opportunity; send them here! :D
Thank you,
Silaria
WPAFW Publications Chair
For this year's WPAFW Program Guide we would love to include contributions of artwork, short stories or poems from you, our attendees. Our theme, as always, is "Fur and fun in the Autumn Sun!" Anything BBQ or picnic in the park related will work well.
All submissions should be original works, legal, and generally PG-13 in nature. Stories should be 1000 words or less. Artwork should be line art or grayscale and submitted in a high quality (300dpi or better) TIFF file.
ADVERTISEMENTS!
We are also offering opportunities for you to advertise your businesses. (No adult oriented business please; we have minors that attend this event.) The rates for advertising are:
Full Page 5x8.5 $30.00
Half Page 5x4 $20.00
Business Card 3.5x $10.00
If you are interested in submitting anything for consideration or have any additional questions, email publication(at)wpafw.org. Due date is August 8th.
If you know anyone who may be interested in this opportunity; send them here! :D
Thank you,
Silaria
WPAFW Publications Chair
No Subject
Posted 16 years agoSurprise badge from 
redcoatcat commissioned by my lovely wife silaria.
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2456999
It's Swifty as a Colonial drummer kit resplendent in his new regimental musician's uniform frock coat.
Check out her FA! She's doing these for just $28!
*Hugs*
Thanks for looking.
Swifty
redcoatcat commissioned by my lovely wife silaria.http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2456999
It's Swifty as a Colonial drummer kit resplendent in his new regimental musician's uniform frock coat.
Check out her FA! She's doing these for just $28!
*Hugs*
Thanks for looking.
Swifty
What is this AC thing everyone is talking about??
Posted 16 years agoEverywhere I look I see AC...AC...AC spoken about in anxious and/or excited tones.
Lots of art commissions in advance of AC also.
Is this some cryptic acronym for "Artist Con" or something?
Lots of art commissions in advance of AC also.
Is this some cryptic acronym for "Artist Con" or something?
[Anthrocon] BF Meet & Greet!
Posted 16 years agoI had the opportunity to brain storm the Meet and Greet with FoxCub last Thursday night at the monthly fur meet and I believe we came to the consensus that he will host the,
Babyfur Meet and Greet at Anthrocon
Thursday, July 2
2-4pm
in the Cub Hub. (Location TBA)
It was our thought to have this early in the event so folks can meet and be able to socialize with others throughout the rest of the convention. It was also timed in such a way that attendees could decide on a venue and extend the socialization through dinner.
I'm sorry that I will be unable to host the event or join you as I'm working a full day on that Thursday. Thankfully, Fox was able to step up and take the reigns.
So put it down on your "Things to do" list and support this little piece of Babyfur programming at Anthrocon.
*Hugs*
Swifty
Babyfur Meet and Greet at Anthrocon
Thursday, July 2
2-4pm
in the Cub Hub. (Location TBA)
It was our thought to have this early in the event so folks can meet and be able to socialize with others throughout the rest of the convention. It was also timed in such a way that attendees could decide on a venue and extend the socialization through dinner.
I'm sorry that I will be unable to host the event or join you as I'm working a full day on that Thursday. Thankfully, Fox was able to step up and take the reigns.
So put it down on your "Things to do" list and support this little piece of Babyfur programming at Anthrocon.
*Hugs*
Swifty
Stanley Cup Champs!! Pittsburgh Penguins!!
Posted 16 years agoWhoo hoo!
My hat is off to the Red Wings and their fans for an excellent series.
I'm happy for the Pens and Pittsburgh, but I'm happier not to have to listen to WildFox and Mintz for another year.
Hooray for digital TV! <sarcasm> It sucks!!
GO PENS!!
My hat is off to the Red Wings and their fans for an excellent series.
I'm happy for the Pens and Pittsburgh, but I'm happier not to have to listen to WildFox and Mintz for another year.
Hooray for digital TV! <sarcasm> It sucks!!
GO PENS!!
[EVENT] Pittsburgh's Monthly Fur Meet! 6/11/09
Posted 16 years agoPittsburgh's Monthly Fur Meet!
When: Thursday, June 11, 2009
Time: 7-9pm
Where: Schenley Plaza, under the Tent Structure. http://www.pittsburghparks.org/schenleyplaza
(In the event of rain: Panera Bread (Oakland), 3401 Boulevard of the Allies, Pgh, PA 15213)
With summer upon us, we should take advantage of the warm weather and longer evenings and try an capture an out of doors venue where we can not only sit, relax and enjoy the free WiFi, but also play a little. Schenley Plaza allows for a covered sitting area, as well as grassy areas for throwing frisbees and the Quad area which has been popular with those playing lazer tag. Food and drinks are available just up the road at the 7-11 on Forbes Avenue, or at the many eateries another block down the road.
Schenley Plaza is a part of the City Parks Conservatory and I don't know what their view of costumed critters are. To err on the side of caution, I'd say no fursuits, (aka closed face costumes). Ears and tails however are welcome. Pets, and their responsible owners, are also welcome at Schenley Plaza.
In the event of rain, we will return to our old home at the Panera Bread on the Blvd of the Allies in Oakland. It is my hope that with the semester out and most of the college students away, this location will not be overcrowded.
The meet is what you make of it, so come on out and have some fun with fellow Pittsburgh Area furs! Don't forget to bring and show off your con badges if you have them! It at least helps us know who you are on the inside. :)
For more information and directions, visit http://www.swiftsden.net and scroll down to the section titled "Monthly Fur Meets."
Hope to see you there!
Swift Fox
When: Thursday, June 11, 2009
Time: 7-9pm
Where: Schenley Plaza, under the Tent Structure. http://www.pittsburghparks.org/schenleyplaza
(In the event of rain: Panera Bread (Oakland), 3401 Boulevard of the Allies, Pgh, PA 15213)
With summer upon us, we should take advantage of the warm weather and longer evenings and try an capture an out of doors venue where we can not only sit, relax and enjoy the free WiFi, but also play a little. Schenley Plaza allows for a covered sitting area, as well as grassy areas for throwing frisbees and the Quad area which has been popular with those playing lazer tag. Food and drinks are available just up the road at the 7-11 on Forbes Avenue, or at the many eateries another block down the road.
Schenley Plaza is a part of the City Parks Conservatory and I don't know what their view of costumed critters are. To err on the side of caution, I'd say no fursuits, (aka closed face costumes). Ears and tails however are welcome. Pets, and their responsible owners, are also welcome at Schenley Plaza.
In the event of rain, we will return to our old home at the Panera Bread on the Blvd of the Allies in Oakland. It is my hope that with the semester out and most of the college students away, this location will not be overcrowded.
The meet is what you make of it, so come on out and have some fun with fellow Pittsburgh Area furs! Don't forget to bring and show off your con badges if you have them! It at least helps us know who you are on the inside. :)
For more information and directions, visit http://www.swiftsden.net and scroll down to the section titled "Monthly Fur Meets."
Hope to see you there!
Swift Fox
My Little Swifty, My Little Swifty...
Posted 16 years agoWhat will today's adventure bring?
*giggles*
I dunno, but if you come with me, we'll see what happens.
Check out this keen arts by our friend
hollyann
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/2329523
Mamma had it commissioned as a surprise badge for AC and I must say that I'm very pleased with how it came out. :)
Go! Look! +Fav, leave a comment and commission Holly.
She's the shiznitz! :)
*Hugs*
Swifty
*giggles*
I dunno, but if you come with me, we'll see what happens.
Check out this keen arts by our friend
hollyannhttp://www.furaffinity.net/full/2329523
Mamma had it commissioned as a surprise badge for AC and I must say that I'm very pleased with how it came out. :)
Go! Look! +Fav, leave a comment and commission Holly.
She's the shiznitz! :)
*Hugs*
Swifty
Current Art Requests, Commissions & Trades...
Posted 16 years agoArt Requests (Freebies) made to/pending from other artists:
-None- (Not an art mooch.)
Art Commissions (Paid) made to/pending from other artists:
-None-
Art Commissions/Requests still in my queue:
-None- (Commissions still closed.)
Art Trades still in my queue:
degrey One diaper bottom badge.Journal posts made just to get attention:
One. (You're reading it.)
Have a nice day.
Swift
[EVENT] Pittsburgh's Monthly Fur Meet!
Posted 16 years agoPittsburgh's Monthly Fur Meet!
When: Thursday, May 14, 2009
Time: 6:30pm – Closing
Where: Games N'at in Pittsburgh's South Side
http://www.gamesnat.com
Cost: $10 (Play all night!)
Arrive as early as you want and stay as late as you like! Games N'at also has the most reasonably priced snack bar that I've ever seen here in the area.
Shuffle up to the pool tables, get in some fast paced games of air hockey, try your paw at pinball or reminisce with a room full of arcade hits from the 80's. :) If you're not up for arcade games and such, there's plenty of room to sit and socialize or break out the sketchbooks and draw. They've even got a big screen television you can hook your Wii, Xbox or PS3 to if that is your thing.
Fursuits are welcome and tails and ears are encouraged.
So come on out and have some fun with fellow Pittsburgh Area furs and don't forget your art badges if you have'em!
For more information and directions, jump over to my webpage at www.swiftsden.net and scroll down to the Monthly Fur Meet section, or visit the Games N'at website at http://www.gamesnat.com!
Hope to see ya there!
Swift Fox
When: Thursday, May 14, 2009
Time: 6:30pm – Closing
Where: Games N'at in Pittsburgh's South Side
http://www.gamesnat.com
Cost: $10 (Play all night!)
Arrive as early as you want and stay as late as you like! Games N'at also has the most reasonably priced snack bar that I've ever seen here in the area.
Shuffle up to the pool tables, get in some fast paced games of air hockey, try your paw at pinball or reminisce with a room full of arcade hits from the 80's. :) If you're not up for arcade games and such, there's plenty of room to sit and socialize or break out the sketchbooks and draw. They've even got a big screen television you can hook your Wii, Xbox or PS3 to if that is your thing.
Fursuits are welcome and tails and ears are encouraged.
So come on out and have some fun with fellow Pittsburgh Area furs and don't forget your art badges if you have'em!
For more information and directions, jump over to my webpage at www.swiftsden.net and scroll down to the Monthly Fur Meet section, or visit the Games N'at website at http://www.gamesnat.com!
Hope to see ya there!
Swift Fox
Morphicon Programming Track Previews
Posted 16 years agoHey folks!
Morphicon is coming up this weekend, May 15-17, in Worthington, OH, just north of Columbus. Our theme for this year is "Inner City Critters" and our Guests of Honor are
joey-poey and 
bucktowntiger. If you're already planning on attending, or are still on the fence, perhaps these sneak peeks at some of the weekend's programming will help you make a decision and plan your weekend.
Fursuit and Performance Tracks: http://swift-fox.livejournal.com/622873.html
Artist, Writing, Puppetry, Gaming, Spirituality & SIG's: http://swift-fox.livejournal.com/623131.html
I look forward to seeing you there and showing you a great weekend!
Swift Fox
Programming Director
Morphicon 2009
http://www.morphicon.org
Morphicon is coming up this weekend, May 15-17, in Worthington, OH, just north of Columbus. Our theme for this year is "Inner City Critters" and our Guests of Honor are
joey-poey and 
bucktowntiger. If you're already planning on attending, or are still on the fence, perhaps these sneak peeks at some of the weekend's programming will help you make a decision and plan your weekend.Fursuit and Performance Tracks: http://swift-fox.livejournal.com/622873.html
Artist, Writing, Puppetry, Gaming, Spirituality & SIG's: http://swift-fox.livejournal.com/623131.html
I look forward to seeing you there and showing you a great weekend!
Swift Fox
Programming Director
Morphicon 2009
http://www.morphicon.org
[EVENT] Western Pennsylvania Furry Weekend! Oct. 2-4, 2009
Posted 16 years ago[Please pardon the rampant x-posting]
I’m proud to announce the Western Pennsylvania Furry Weekend, http://www.wpafw.org, is being held the weekend of, October 2-4, 2009, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This year’s “Featured Artist” is Starrazzor who is one of the region's local talents.
Event Pre-Registration is now OPEN!!
Registration for the Furry Weekend covers the Friday night, Saturday morning and Saturday evening’s programming at the Comfort Inn, Pittsburgh North, and the Eighth Annual Fur-b-que Saturday afternoon at Fireman’s Memorial Park in Aspinwall, PA!
Early bird, pre-registration begins now and runs until midnight on June 30!
Early-Bird Pre-registration is $20. (That's a 33% savings of the Basic Registration price!)
Supporter level Pre-registration is $40. (All of the above plus a Furry Weekend badge, front line privilege for food at the Fur-b-que, five Charity Raffle tickets, color print of the program’s cover art, and other swag to be determined.)
After June 30, Pre-registration goes up to $25 for a Basic registration until pre-registration closes in early September.
Hotel Room Block is AVAILABLE!
The Comfort Inn, Pittsburgh North in Harmar Township, PA, just off PA Turnpike exit 48, has afforded the event a spacious room block at a flat rate of 79.99 a night (plus taxes.) Call today and reserve your rooms and don’t forget to tell them you’re with the “Western PA Furry Weekend!”
This year's "Relax a'meet" will still feature all our most popular activities so we have room for them; and you, our guest, will still know where and when you need to be to take part. So look for Lazer Tag, the fursuit photo shoot, the group photo at the park, Saturday's morning cartoons, The Menagerie, gaming and plenty of time to relax and socialize. Of course, the event wouldn't be complete without the picnic dinner followed by the one of the best Charity Raffles hosted by Mandarin Orange and his associates. Due to the influx of fursuiters we saw in 2007 and 2008, we'll be setting aside the Cheswick Room as a "Headless Lounge" to encourage their continued support and participation.
This short message by no means conveys all the information available on this year’s event. I encourage you to visit the Western PA Furry Weekend website at http://www.wpafw.org for pre-registration, programming and activities, and lodging just to name a few. I also invite you to sign up for the Furry Weekend Forums where you can get the latest information on the event, pose questions and suggestions, take part in polls and hook up with your friends for room and ride shares.
So mark your calendars and register now to join us in the beautiful autumn clad foothills of the Allegheny Valley and see friends old and new. The Western Pennsylvania Furry Weekend, October 2nd, 3rd, & 4th, 2009!!
Swift Fox
Director; Western PA Furry Weekend '09
http://www.wpafw.org
I’m proud to announce the Western Pennsylvania Furry Weekend, http://www.wpafw.org, is being held the weekend of, October 2-4, 2009, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This year’s “Featured Artist” is Starrazzor who is one of the region's local talents.
Event Pre-Registration is now OPEN!!
Registration for the Furry Weekend covers the Friday night, Saturday morning and Saturday evening’s programming at the Comfort Inn, Pittsburgh North, and the Eighth Annual Fur-b-que Saturday afternoon at Fireman’s Memorial Park in Aspinwall, PA!
Early bird, pre-registration begins now and runs until midnight on June 30!
Early-Bird Pre-registration is $20. (That's a 33% savings of the Basic Registration price!)
Supporter level Pre-registration is $40. (All of the above plus a Furry Weekend badge, front line privilege for food at the Fur-b-que, five Charity Raffle tickets, color print of the program’s cover art, and other swag to be determined.)
After June 30, Pre-registration goes up to $25 for a Basic registration until pre-registration closes in early September.
Hotel Room Block is AVAILABLE!
The Comfort Inn, Pittsburgh North in Harmar Township, PA, just off PA Turnpike exit 48, has afforded the event a spacious room block at a flat rate of 79.99 a night (plus taxes.) Call today and reserve your rooms and don’t forget to tell them you’re with the “Western PA Furry Weekend!”
This year's "Relax a'meet" will still feature all our most popular activities so we have room for them; and you, our guest, will still know where and when you need to be to take part. So look for Lazer Tag, the fursuit photo shoot, the group photo at the park, Saturday's morning cartoons, The Menagerie, gaming and plenty of time to relax and socialize. Of course, the event wouldn't be complete without the picnic dinner followed by the one of the best Charity Raffles hosted by Mandarin Orange and his associates. Due to the influx of fursuiters we saw in 2007 and 2008, we'll be setting aside the Cheswick Room as a "Headless Lounge" to encourage their continued support and participation.
This short message by no means conveys all the information available on this year’s event. I encourage you to visit the Western PA Furry Weekend website at http://www.wpafw.org for pre-registration, programming and activities, and lodging just to name a few. I also invite you to sign up for the Furry Weekend Forums where you can get the latest information on the event, pose questions and suggestions, take part in polls and hook up with your friends for room and ride shares.
So mark your calendars and register now to join us in the beautiful autumn clad foothills of the Allegheny Valley and see friends old and new. The Western Pennsylvania Furry Weekend, October 2nd, 3rd, & 4th, 2009!!
Swift Fox
Director; Western PA Furry Weekend '09
http://www.wpafw.org
Swifty has a go at Dog Agility!
Posted 16 years agoThis little foxie has been whimpering at all the fun Mamma and Edan are having with Dog Agility that she finally gave me my opportunity to try it.
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2238174
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2238202
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2238216
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2238229
Well, she says I'm not ready for Agility yet.
I disagree. I was doing just fine until she ran out of treats. :)
>Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!<
"Stop that laughin' April!" :P
Enjoy!
Swifty
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2238174
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2238202
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2238216
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2238229
Well, she says I'm not ready for Agility yet.
I disagree. I was doing just fine until she ran out of treats. :)
>Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!<
"Stop that laughin' April!" :P
Enjoy!
Swifty
April gets her first Commission...
Posted 16 years agoWhee! Check it out! Check out this awesome sketch by 
pensive
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/2237307
Go, click and +fav! Oh...leave a comment too. :)
Byee!
April
pensivehttp://www.furaffinity.net/view/2237307
Go, click and +fav! Oh...leave a comment too. :)
Byee!
April
Get your $10 Tradtional Sketch from Pensive
Posted 16 years agoPittsburgh's Robinson Twp. Furmeet! April 18, 2009
Posted 16 years agoPITTSBURGH'S ROBINSON TWP. FURMEET!
DATE: Saturday, April 18, 2009
PLACE: Niko's Coffee House (http://nikoscoffee.com)
TIME: 7pm-9:30pm at Niko's; 9:30-whenever at Denny's
For more information: http://community.livejournal.com/pi.....ers/89756.html
Event Coordinated and Hosted by Suka Husky.
DATE: Saturday, April 18, 2009
PLACE: Niko's Coffee House (http://nikoscoffee.com)
TIME: 7pm-9:30pm at Niko's; 9:30-whenever at Denny's
For more information: http://community.livejournal.com/pi.....ers/89756.html
Event Coordinated and Hosted by Suka Husky.
Pittsburgh Rivers Casino "Career Day" Apr. 29 at Conv. Ctr.
Posted 16 years agoPublic Service Announcement
Pittsburgh's first Slots Parlor, the Rivers Casino, is slated to open in August! You can apply for positions now by visiting their website http://www.riverscasinoteam.com or you can attend their Career Day scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, at the Convention Center.
http://www.riverscasinoteam.com/RC-....._Day_Flyer.pdf
There are 3 and a half pages of Employment Opportunities listed on the website under "Apply Today."
Best of luck to all those who are interested and apply for positions there.
Swift Fox
Pittsburgh's first Slots Parlor, the Rivers Casino, is slated to open in August! You can apply for positions now by visiting their website http://www.riverscasinoteam.com or you can attend their Career Day scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, at the Convention Center.
http://www.riverscasinoteam.com/RC-....._Day_Flyer.pdf
There are 3 and a half pages of Employment Opportunities listed on the website under "Apply Today."
Best of luck to all those who are interested and apply for positions there.
Swift Fox
Pimping Woofie's Commissions!!
Posted 16 years agoWoofie has a unique and refreshing style. She was also one of our Featured Artists for the WPAFW.
Make her do cute Babyfur artz and save $5! :)
http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/672685
Examples:
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/695461
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/1476411
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/1477074
*Hugs*
Swifty
Make her do cute Babyfur artz and save $5! :)
http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/672685
Examples:
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/695461
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/1476411
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/1477074
*Hugs*
Swifty
It's been over 48 hours...
Posted 16 years ago...it's safe to move it out of the Scraps and into my Main Gallery.
The more I look at it, the more it's grown on me to accept it. For a change, I'm actually happier with something after I've colored it than I was with the sketch. I guess that's a positive thing. I used to dread applying color to my sketches...but that was back before I had access to digital coloring.
Swift
The more I look at it, the more it's grown on me to accept it. For a change, I'm actually happier with something after I've colored it than I was with the sketch. I guess that's a positive thing. I used to dread applying color to my sketches...but that was back before I had access to digital coloring.
Swift
Morphicon takes steps to embrace Fursuiting
Posted 16 years agoHi friends!
Swift Fox from Pittsburgh here to share some news of importance to our little part of the fandom. Over the last handful of years, Morphicon, held in Columbus OH, has been down-played as not being a "fursuit friendly" convention. As the new programming director for 2009, I've asked Lascivus Lutra to help me as Fursuiting Track head with the instructions to produce a list of panels that will change that perception in the fandom.
I think he's succeeded in that task and I'm here to share a little of what the fursuiting community can expect when they register to attend our event the weekend of May 15-17, 2009. Morphicon will have two dedicated fursuit friendly dances, two sets of fursuit games, a judged Masquerade with awards for performance and construction, professional photo sessions, a parade and photo shoot, and a host of "How to" lectures.
Under my watch, I've tried to steer the programming for this convention back towards center; but the only true litmus of our success and failure is shown by your support of the convention and what it has to offer. I encourage you to give this small, social convention in central Ohio a second try. I am confident that Morphicon will not live up to it's reputation this year.
Thank you for your time,
Swift Fox (Ashes the Dalmatian)
Programming Director
Morphicon 2009
http://www.morphicon.org
Swift Fox from Pittsburgh here to share some news of importance to our little part of the fandom. Over the last handful of years, Morphicon, held in Columbus OH, has been down-played as not being a "fursuit friendly" convention. As the new programming director for 2009, I've asked Lascivus Lutra to help me as Fursuiting Track head with the instructions to produce a list of panels that will change that perception in the fandom.
I think he's succeeded in that task and I'm here to share a little of what the fursuiting community can expect when they register to attend our event the weekend of May 15-17, 2009. Morphicon will have two dedicated fursuit friendly dances, two sets of fursuit games, a judged Masquerade with awards for performance and construction, professional photo sessions, a parade and photo shoot, and a host of "How to" lectures.
Under my watch, I've tried to steer the programming for this convention back towards center; but the only true litmus of our success and failure is shown by your support of the convention and what it has to offer. I encourage you to give this small, social convention in central Ohio a second try. I am confident that Morphicon will not live up to it's reputation this year.
Thank you for your time,
Swift Fox (Ashes the Dalmatian)
Programming Director
Morphicon 2009
http://www.morphicon.org
Pittsburgh's Monthly Fur Meet! New Panera Location!
Posted 16 years agoPittsburgh's Monthly Fur Meet!
When: Thursday, March 12, 2009
Time: 7-9pm
Where: Panera Bread, 7217 McKnight Road, Ross Twp, PA 15237
Due to the ever decreasing amount of space for us at the Panera in Oakland, we're taking the event to the Panera Bread in Ross Township. With the move to the new digs we get to finally take advantage of their Private Meeting Room!
Come and relax with friends old and new; break out your sketchbook and be creative over a warm cup of chai; play cards or other table top games; or open your laptop and surf the net over the free wireless connection.
The meet is what you make of it, so come on out and have some fun with fellow Pittsburgh Area furs! Don't forget to bring and show off your con badges if you have them! It at least helps us know who you are on the inside. :)
For more information and directions, visit http://www.swiftsden.net and scroll down to the section titled "Monthly Fur Meets."
Hope to see you there!
Swift Fox
When: Thursday, March 12, 2009
Time: 7-9pm
Where: Panera Bread, 7217 McKnight Road, Ross Twp, PA 15237
Due to the ever decreasing amount of space for us at the Panera in Oakland, we're taking the event to the Panera Bread in Ross Township. With the move to the new digs we get to finally take advantage of their Private Meeting Room!
Come and relax with friends old and new; break out your sketchbook and be creative over a warm cup of chai; play cards or other table top games; or open your laptop and surf the net over the free wireless connection.
The meet is what you make of it, so come on out and have some fun with fellow Pittsburgh Area furs! Don't forget to bring and show off your con badges if you have them! It at least helps us know who you are on the inside. :)
For more information and directions, visit http://www.swiftsden.net and scroll down to the section titled "Monthly Fur Meets."
Hope to see you there!
Swift Fox
Morphicon 09; Adult Art & Writing Panels needed...
Posted 16 years agoHey friends and watchers.
Morphicon is infamous for supporting a small array of programming specifically geared for attendees 18 and older. We're lacking one or two artists and or writers, who will be attending Morphicon this year, to present panels on facets of "drawing erotic furry images" or techniques for "writing fur-erotica."
If you are interested, you may leave a comment below or PM me with your idea, questions or concerns.
Thank you for your time and interest,
I look forward to discussing this with you in more detail.
Swift Fox
Programming Director
Morphicon 2009
Morphicon is infamous for supporting a small array of programming specifically geared for attendees 18 and older. We're lacking one or two artists and or writers, who will be attending Morphicon this year, to present panels on facets of "drawing erotic furry images" or techniques for "writing fur-erotica."
If you are interested, you may leave a comment below or PM me with your idea, questions or concerns.
Thank you for your time and interest,
I look forward to discussing this with you in more detail.
Swift Fox
Programming Director
Morphicon 2009
[EVENTS] Annual Babyfur Parties.
Posted 16 years ago(x-posted to various lists and forums)
Hello folks!
I regret to inform folks that after over a year of consideration and reflection on the matter of the annual "private" AB/DL/Babyfur parties that I have been hosting for over a decade now, 2008 marks an end to opening up myself and our home for the Spring Fling and Halloween Parties.
I release the events and their name from my purview to anyone who'd like to take up the torch and continue the tradition.
That said, as many of you know, Sil and I have accumulated a nice assortment of themed accessories and decorations that had helped set the atmosphere of each party. Many of these were paid for by party funds, so if the new organizers would like them, we can discuss inventories and arrangements privately. The .html pages can also be transferred and I'll also make myself available for consultations to share advice and lessons learned.
I'd like to close by saying this was by no means an easy decision for me. I've enjoyed bringing smiles and a little bit of your childhood back to life, but my time and enthusiasm for these events have waned over the last year or so and it's time to let them go. Thank you everyone for your support over the last decade and more.
Swift Fox
Hello folks!
I regret to inform folks that after over a year of consideration and reflection on the matter of the annual "private" AB/DL/Babyfur parties that I have been hosting for over a decade now, 2008 marks an end to opening up myself and our home for the Spring Fling and Halloween Parties.
I release the events and their name from my purview to anyone who'd like to take up the torch and continue the tradition.
That said, as many of you know, Sil and I have accumulated a nice assortment of themed accessories and decorations that had helped set the atmosphere of each party. Many of these were paid for by party funds, so if the new organizers would like them, we can discuss inventories and arrangements privately. The .html pages can also be transferred and I'll also make myself available for consultations to share advice and lessons learned.
I'd like to close by saying this was by no means an easy decision for me. I've enjoyed bringing smiles and a little bit of your childhood back to life, but my time and enthusiasm for these events have waned over the last year or so and it's time to let them go. Thank you everyone for your support over the last decade and more.
Swift Fox
