An introduction to photography, exploring different types of photography (Film to Digital) and learning new photography skills for both in and outside the fandom! Even in you have years of experience or little to none, this panel is is the place for all things photos.
Want to create your own visual novel? Come meet visual novelist Jericho and learn how to get started, what to do as a team leader and producer, and give tips on writing or working with artists.
A fun and fast crash-course introduction to starting your freelance furry business, with a focus on the arts and covering the basics of pricing, online presence, and much more!
This session, held in a mixed Q&A and FAQ format, is designed to help empower attendees and dispel common misconceptions around their sexual health. During the session, specific topics will be covered including (but not limited to): knowing when to get tested for HIV and the various types of tests available, exploring the various options for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP), understanding Doxy PEP's use in preventing STI transmission, and tips on how to have that tough talk with your healthcare provider.
This will be a presentation on how to better draw fat characters, targeted at the fat fur community. It will cover how to use shape language, light, line variation, references, and more to bring your characters to life!
I will be sharing how to start playing the world wide game of geocaching, going over the basics, describing what a geocache is, how to go about finding them, game mechanics and much more!
Whether it’s fake USPS employees saying there’s an issue in delivering your fursuit or people on telegram offering to be your sugar daddy, everyone has to deal with scammers. While these examples are fairly obvious, others can be more difficult to spot and to avoid. Join Chester and U-235 Fox as we discuss ways to recognize scams, avoid them, and prevent criminals from taking advantage of us.
If you want to learn how to repair and maintain fursuits, but have never used a sewing needle or hot glue gun before, then this panel is for you! Learn the tools, techniques, and rizz it takes to have your current or future suits last for many years. This panel will be informative, interactive, and full of memes. No experience is required. Goodie bags will be provided for those who come early
This panel will be going over how to remain healthy and safe while in fursuit to avoid heat related injuries, sprains, breaks, situational awareness, and other things that could happen while fursuiting. Come by to learn about maintaining your health and safety while in fursuit so that we can help prevent injuries together!
Are you a Therian, otherkin, or plural? Maybe you think you might have an alterhuman identity? Or perhaps you want to know what it is all about? Come visit and meet and explore the alterhuman identities in our fandom!
An inspirational/instructional panel meant to encourage and educate artists just beginning or mid-way on their journey to making a full time living wage from their art/creative work. Using personal history/examples and delving into what makes other artist-led brands generate revenue, the aim of the panel is to motivate the audience to think practically about what it takes to make a living as an artist/designer working independently.
Continuing off the performance last year, we take on another perspective of an outsider looking in. We know it’s hard to fully understand what someone may be going through however it’s just as hard for that person to see the damage they are causing those who care about them. This aims to tell that story through covers songs and possibly an original.
A presentation on the lore surrounding your favorite titles in the Pokémon video game series, and an explanation of how it all fits together, as well as a presentation of various tidbits regarding said lore. Trust me, there is a LOT to talk about!
Come join the nub club! This paid beginner friendly sewing panel will provide all materials and tools needed to create a fursuit grade nub tail. Reach out to hollysnep@gmail.com for color requests and to reserve your slot, subject to availability. $35, tax included, can be paid via cash or PayPal, includes sewing kit.
All of you kids get off the lawn - this is for Greymuzzles who want to look at the latest research in “successful aging.” Topics covered include “train your brain” and social strategies to get the best out of the second half of your life. Joe Bear will also offer for older Fursuiters tips to stay happy and healthy while frolicking in fur around crowded con space.
Ever stared up at the Marriott Marquis’ huge atrium and wondered how it came to be? Or just want to find some cool photo spots while in Atlanta? You’re in luck! Come learn about the designer behind the home of FWA and uncover the rich architecture of Atlanta. This year's edition will include some nearby gems as well as some futurepunk-inspired selections!
hey i’m dac! i am an architect and furry artist based in tampa, florida. my sona is a black wolf and you can find me howling about architecture, urban planning, baseball, soccer, vr chat, and a variety of other things. awoooooooo :3
Friday May 9, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT Hilton Atlanta$R$163
An overview of what it takes to create and run a business in the furry fandom, both in-person and online. No trade secrets here. We'll answer any question in this interactive panel and share our approach to it all. Everyone is welcome to join!
an introduction to observational drawing— skills, questions, and how to understand what you are drawing, whether it be a dog, a motorcycle, or something entirely made up!
"Furbys. Alluring. Tantalizing. Fascinating. Delightful pleasure for your eyeballs. Win silent auction, we give you weird Furby. There will be activities at the function:) +18 this year to satisfy your FURBY FANTASIES"
Meet and greet for hypnosis enthusiasts. Get to know eachother, learn some basic tips and safety suggestions. Organization permitting, may include a short presentation and Q&A to lead off the event.
"BDSM and kink play can be an exciting and rewarding aspect of a relationship, but they require a deep understanding of trust, communication, and mutual respect. In this educational session, we'll delve into how these dynamics can be explored safely, consensually, and in alignment with your values, all within the context of furry fandom.
Whether you're new to BDSM, an experienced kinkster, or simply curious about how these dynamics can enhance your relationships, this session will provide valuable insights on building a foundation of consent, safety and care, understanding power dynamics, and incorporating your fursona into your dynamic.
This session is open to all attendees, regardless of experience level, and aims to foster a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space to learn, share, and grow. Whether you're seeking new ways to deepen relationships, understand kink better, or simply open up a conversation with a partner, this workshop is the perfect starting point.
Join us for an insightful conversation about integrating BDSM and kink dynamics into healthy, thriving relationships in the furry community!"
"Even the fluffiest of us can have a ruff day! Join us for a paw-sitively purr-fect first aid workshop, where we'll cover everything from minor scratches to major emergencies. You'll learn how to:
Perform basic first aid Bystander (hands only) CPR and AED Usage Temperature control, hot or cold!
Whether you're a seasoned critter or a pup, this class is for you! So come on down and let's have a fur-bulous time!"
Dive into the eerie world of mascot horror with Tibbers and Krystal Softpaw, 2 Partners in Crime with Mob Entertainment, and its growing influence in the Furry gaming community. From twisted reimagining of playful characters to unsettling anthropomorphic nightmares, this panel explores how the horror genre intersects with furry fandom, identity, and gaming culture.
"A panel for squeak enthusiasts within the furry fandom to showcase their pooltoys, both commercial and furry made, with other furs to explore and have fun! Just no sharp objects :c"
Do you want to get your music on Spotify? Do you have a song idea, but no clue how to make it a reality? This panel is for you. This beginner-focused presentation will explain how to produce music with computer software. I'll teach you basic sound design, arrangement, recording, mixing, and distribution, without breaking your budget!
Do you feel distressed and powerless in the face of current events? As furries, what options are there to constructively build a future where we can all be safe and provided for? In this freshly illustrated and completely new rewrite our previous “Organize” talk, we will talk about the unique position of furry, and offer comprehensive ways we can work together to provide a joyful and meaningful future for everyone. Q&A and free zines after the talk!
Have you ever seen an IR picture and thought "Man that looks cool! But what even is 'infrared' photography and how can I get into it?" Then this panel is for you!
" Want to create your own Protogen suit? What about tackling the software? It may seem cryptic or untouchable, but it doesn’t have to be!
Join me as I share my journey building the software for my Protogen head and how it evolved into the expressive, interactive system it is today. Along the way, I’ll explore software design philosophy and DIY developer culture—all tailored to creating Protogen magic.
Best of all, I’ll code an app to turn my Protogen into a toaster—live, on stage! Discover how to build, customize, and even share apps for your own Protogen.
After the futurepunk fursuit invasion at the Georgia Aquarium, come unwind (or nap!) as I share lessons-learned, challenges, and creative solutions to help Protogen-kind thrive in style! "
Join a rebreather rabbit and a lesson-giving lemur to discuss all things SCUBA. From understanding how to get a certification card to the 'black magic' of rebreathers.
Have you ever wondered how particle accelerators work? What they're used for? Where you can get one? How you can make your own and take over the world? Of course you have. Join a bunny for a presentation and discussion about his experience working on some of the largest particle accelerators in the world. No prior scientific experience necessary! Bring your questions and death ray jokes.
"Adapted from Retro Destructo’s popular event at ANE, we are bringing back this event for another year of big fursuiters battling it out in a small city! Each battle will feature two kaiju-sized fursuiters going head to head and using the urban landscape to their advantage.
Fursuiters who wish to battle can signup in person up to 10 mins before or ahead of the event here: https://t.ly/YoShA (URL is Case-Sensitive!)"
大家好 (Dàjiā hǎo)! Want to learn a few words for yipping and yapping in Chinese with fellow furries? Curious about how to describe your fursona’s species, make animal sounds, or call your friends cute in Chinese? Join this panel and learn all about it! All levels welcome; no prior experience needed!
Do you want to record vocals, but don't know where to start? Do you want to get your budding voice acting/singing/podcasting career off the ground, but don't know what equipment to get? I can help you with that! This panel will cover the basics of home vocal recording, and provide equipment buying tips for a variety of budgets. I'll teach you how to make your ideas a reality, without breaking the bank!
Want to begin a healthier lifestyle for yourself but just dont know how to start? This is the panel for you! Come on by and Ill be rambling about all the different options and possibilities that could help lead you in the right direction for you and your bodies needs! This will be a basic introduction to different diet types, fitness routines, and even was to make being healthier decently cheap if youre on a budget!
"A dynamic discussion about the exciting future of music festivals in virtual reality! VRelium, a groundbreaking virtual reality music event organization, is changing the way artists perform and audiences experience live music. This panel will explore how VR is opening up new creative possibilities for musicians, performers, and fans alike.
We’ll dive into the innovative tools and techniques that make VR performances so unique, from interactive virtual stages to real-time motion capture. Whether you're a musician curious about performing in VR or simply a fan wanting to learn more about VR festivals, this session will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how VRelium is redefining music events in the digital age.
What You'll Learn:
- Starting your own event community in VR -The ins and outs of music events - How VR is transforming live music experiences. - The creative tools VR offers artists to push the boundaries of performance. - How VRelium is building immersive, interactive festivals. - The future of VR in music and entertainment.
This panel is perfect for anyone passionate about music, technology, or the future of live events. Don’t miss out on learning how virtual reality is set to reshape the way we experience and create music!
Target Audience: Musicians, VR enthusiasts, artists, event planners, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and live music."
If you've ever wanted to host you own furmeet but didn't know where or how to start, this panel's for you! Provided by GAF's Event Organizer, we'll discuss and showcase some examples on what the process of making a successful furmeet can look like and what can YOU do to ensure a good and fun furmeet for all~
"Got something from a blind box you don't want? Buyers remorse? Just didn't find something you want? Come see if you can find something from your local trading post!
Coming back for our second year, we hope for even more traders! "
