This class is taught in English.

I am a long-term cosplayer and LARP (live action roleplay) costumer who has created costumes that include animal components such as ears, tails, and hooves, along with cosplays of characters from movies, television, and books for myself and my children. I regularly attend conventions and am familiar with furry cosplayers and culture. I am also the parent of a child who loves drawing furry art and creating fursonas. They even drew the banner for this class! We’re currently working on a fursuit build together.

Some of my other social clubs (Warriors and LGBTQ+ fandom clubs) tend to attract students who are already furry cosplayers or who are interested in creating fursonas, so I wanted to offer a dedicated space for these learners to discuss their shared interest. The furry community skews heavily towards LGBTQ+; I am a member of the LGBTQ+ community myself and offer several classes for LGBTQ+ learners ages 8-18. 

To keep our space positive and respectful, students should adhere to the following guidelines:

1. Respect and consent are key. Speak to each other in a respectful manner, without slurs, insults, or inappropriate language. Recognize that your fellow students have boundaries. If someone asks you to stop a specific line of conversation, please do so. The content of the group should remain PG! We know that negativity towards the furry community exists; please don't bring any of that content into this space, even to critique it. 

2. Give credit where credit is due. Don’t claim another artist’s work (including art, bases, patterns, and finished fursuit pieces) as your own work. Let's also remember not to share images of other people (including siblings) in the classroom. 

3. Remember that every member of this group is at a different stage in their furry journey. Some may have a full suit, while others are still developing their fursonas. Don’t compare yourself or your work to anyone else’s! You’re right where your need to be. 

4. Have fun!