Convention schedule
Texas Furry Fiesta 2015
Thursday, February 19, 2015
6 eventsPre-Registered - (Super Sponsor & Sponsor ONLY) ; PICK-UP
OPEN for all those who Pre-Registered with Super Sponsor & Sponsor levels ONLY Regular Registration starts Friday
All Pre-Registration PICK-UP
OPEN for all those who Pre-Registered ! Regular Registration starts Friday
Card Gaming 101
Shuffle, cut, deal! Join Istanbul as he teaches you how to play a variety of non-standard card games like Set, Dominion, Coup, and more! Games will be provided, but if you want to bring your own game to teach everyone, feel free - the more fun, the merrier!
Dealer's SETUP
NOT OPEN TO PUBLIC ONLY OPEN TO DEALERS !
Werewolves of the Dark Arts (Social and Silly)
You've just arrived, and you're looking for something relaxed and social. Werewolf games today will feature many simple games meant for casual social time, as well as games meant to be as silly as possible. Up to 30 people can play at once.
Friday, February 20, 2015
85 eventsArtist SETUP for Art Show
Dealer's SETUP
Closed to the PUBLIC Dealers ONLY
Registration Room Open
Board Game room
Kempi's
Artist Sign-Up
Video Game Room Open
Come and sit down to play a few games!
Lottery Drawing
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Art Show
Dealer's Den Open
It's a magical place where merchants from far and wide come to sale their wares. Get some to take home to remind you of your fantastic journey!
Artist Alley
Opening Ceremonies
Join us as we kick off the 2015 convention. Here we frame the convention you'll enjoy over the coming days, highlight major policies and changes, and introduce you to our charities, honorable guests and somewhat less honorable performers. All the while a hyena in a tux fools no one, drooling on stage like an idiot. Fiesta!
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Fursuiting Videos and Animations
In this panel we will offer furry's to be able to come in and be a part of animations and also learn about vieo production! Will ring the green screens and you bring you fursuit! Come join in the fun as we add you to cartoons and even add 3D models to interact with in a virtual world! Come here and be a part of a amazing animation!
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Hotel Tour with your 5th favorite ferret
What you can't find a panel room? Well come join Glass ferret as he takes you around the hotel and shows you all the locations that you need to know! Meeting in Garden Court (that area near Reg, just look for Glass's signature cowboy hat) @TheGlassFerret
Personal Branding, Résumé, Interview, to getting the job!
Quick talking points about making a resume, how to handle the interview, and how to get that dream job!
Fursuit Meet & Greet
A great way for fursuiters (especially new ones) to meet, learn about the amenities, and the events that Fiesta has for them!
BANDTHRO Rehearsal
Character Reference Sheets for Dummies
Tips and tricks that i have picked up over the years for creating reference sheets that will convey the key features and attributes of your character to artists. Will discuss both the written description and visual references.
Your 1st Furry Convention
Are you new to furry conventions or fandom conventions in general? Are you not sure how to act or blend in with other attendees? Join us for a humorous explanation of convention protocol and general do's and don'ts.
Writing 101
The basics are as basic as they come, yet we all need to learn them, and remember them. Sometimes, going over where we came from can help us get where we are going after all. This panel aims to help be a reminder and a refresher on the basics of getting a story off the ground.
Art 101
Want to learn how to draw, but can't get the basic? Come join Anarchity in a How-to-panel!
Fursuit Care
Veteran fursuiter, Pacer, will be sharing information on the care and maintenance of fursuits. As an experienced mascot performer, Pacer will be sharing lots of information that will help you keep your fursuit looking its best!
IAmA - Ask a Furry Researcher Anything!
Furry psychologist and resident lab coat-wearing cat Dr. Courtney "Nuka" Plante answers your questions, takes your suggestions for research, and talks about his experience in the past 5 years of studying the furry fandom. Got something you want to ask a psychologist / university instructor / furry scientist? Go ahead - ask him anything!
Personal Finance 101
Personal finance is one of the most important subjects in life that is not thoroughly covered in school. It is essential for success in the modern world, yet most people are not given this basic foundation and are not even aware of how relevant it is to their personal happiness! Come join Vitai Slade as he talks about how to live more on less, the cost of materialism, net worth, credit, loans, budgeting, expenses, and retirement planning!
How to Make Friends! (at a Fur Con)
HOORAY I'M A FUR AND I'M HERE AT THIS CON WITH OTHER FURS... but um. Now what? You came here to meet people, but how does one, uh... do that, exactly? We'll break down the mysterious process of friendship into a few easy steps that you can try right here, right now.
Photography Studio (Open)
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Biker & Motor Furs Meet
Are engines your thing? If so, whether you are on 2 or 4 wheels, come meet other furs that share your interest. Swap stories, pictures, etc... You may even find that part you've been looking for! Fill out a name tag at the door with your interests so we can all mingle.
Character and World Building
To build a believable story, one needs characters and a world which a reader can get behind. The focus of this panel is to help you as an author accomplish that task, as well as get some insight into how other writers create their own worlds.
Play Ironclaw with Sanguine Games
Experience Ironclaw's rich and detailed world of Calabria, where dozens of species live together in sprawling cities and war-torn countryside. Kings broker for power with clergy, wizards, and merchants, each one struggling to conquer all they survey.
Bucktown Tiger Sets Up Shop
A keyboard concert featuring Bucktown Tiger performing a variety of songs from classical to classic rock - Internet memes, cartoon themes, and stuff in between! Singing along is welcomed and encouraged. Chicken and fries will be served. (Musically, that is... frying chicken in fursuit is not a good idea!)
The Furry Drama Show Casting & Auditions
Show up and show us what you want to do in our Sunday Show. We will do our best to keep this as short as possible so you can get back to your room party. Remember, rehearsals are later. There I did this in only 3 sentences!!
The Piñata (Mis)Adventure!
Furry Fiesta's signature event is our piñata party. Join us and take a swing or two at our piñatas, as well as your chance at winning one of our hand-sewn jacka fluffies!
Town Mayor Training: How to be a Great Werewolf GM
Have you ever wanted to host Werewolf/Mafia? Have you tried before but had trouble with it? In this panel, Tobias Amaranth will explain how to be a great Town Mayor, and talk about why he runs his games the way he does. There will even be a quiz (with prize) at the end to test your knowledge.
Basic Photoshop Techniques with Dingbat
A basic run through of digital painting basics in Photoshop. We'll cover a few different styles of painting in this panel.
Therian and Otherkin Discussion Group
Discussion Group for Therians and Otherkin as well as Meet and Greet. All are welcome and participate.
Songwriting 101 with Matthew Ebel
Sure, Matthew has a B.A. in Music, but he’s also been a working singer / songwriter for over a decade. This panel can be anything from a Q&A to a workshop where attendees share their music and learn how to make it grow.
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Beyond the Masks We Wear: A Motivational speech by JD Puppy
Join JD in a moving keynote speech where he will take his listeners through a reflective experience that aims to help the audience gain confidence in who they are by exploring how they would like to be viewed by others, as well as how they can view themselves.
Clean Up
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Lip-sync
Can't sing (possibly because of fursuit limitations) but want to make a musical spectacle of yourself in front of an audience? Bring a song on some sort of digital media (5 minutes or less please, PG-13) and we'll give you a prop mic and an audience of literally dozens to wow.
Krystal Archive Podcast Live
"Dude, it's cool! Everyone's furry for Krystal." Help celebrate over 9 years of Krystal coverage by being a part of a live recording of the Krystal Archive Podcast! This will be an interactive show, so bring your questions, comments, and discussion topics for Krystal, Star Fox, Super Smash Bros., and Nintendo games.
Kyell Gold Reading/Q&A
Kyell Gold reads from an unpublished forthcoming work and takes your questions!
Science, Technology, & Medicine Meet & Greet
A chance for anyone who works, studies, or just interested in the science, technology and medical fields to get together, find mutual interests, and network. Twitter: @Sci_Furs
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Concert featuring PepperCoyote and NO ONE ELSE
Witness PepperCoyote sing, play guitar, rap, beatbox, and joke his way into your heart. He will be performing songs made popular by his musical project Look Left, using his looper and a couple of other magic gadgets. It's guaranteed to be the best concert you've never seen. Come see what all the hype is about. (www.lookleft.us) **feat. special guests: Foxamoore, Matthew Ebel, Rhubarb, Cosmik, Runtt, Pharell, The SugarHill Gang, Drake, Pitbull, etc.
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'Anything but Rap and Country' A TX Hip-Hop Expose and Battle
Rising rap artists MC Jeffy, and Dodgy C's debut performance concert! Live together on stage for the first time ever, with special guest features (to be announced) to bring you a big bite of Austin and Houston hip-hop flavor! To close out the concert we will be hosting a freestyle rap battle with prizes!
*Sex Ed. 101 How Do You Snu-Snu?
Educational panel going over the basics of what's healthy to bring into the bedroom. From what products are harmful to what is safe for your body, including basics about toys. This panel is for all genders, must be 18+, open discussion and questions are encourage, host(s) are available to answer questions privately as well at the end.
Karaoke
Serenade the consuite guests with your vocal talents! Two microphone available for duets! Song list available at http://rocknrollrentals.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/KOD800Songlist-byArtist.pdf
Furry Femme Photoshoot
A photoshoot for all those suiters who have female fursuits, to come and meet each other, and pose for photos.
Charity Casino Night
Come on in and play at the tables! Put down a few chips or cards, and have a little fun. Roulette, Blackjack, Texas Hold'em, and more! Come on down, and help our charity feed the big kitties!
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From Whence Comes the Furry Soul?
Some of us furs are here for the art, the fursuits, and the fun--but for others, being furry also means something deeper and more personal. Why do we feel such a special connection to animals? This panel will present opinions on the limited research that's available and then open the discussion to the audience. Come tell us what furry means to you and listen to the experiences of others.
Getting Started with Resin Masks Part 1
Learn to cut and hinge your own resin masks. We will go over a list of tools and techniques to achieve the best results.
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Why Should I Play 'Werewolf'
Have you heard of Mafia or Werewolf before? Chances are you have, but what have you've been told about what it is may be completely diferent from the truth. Stop in and learn about what makes Werewolf both fun and socially beneficial!
BANDTHRO Concert
The Toontastic Pilot Show (FRIDAY @ 8pm) Over the years I've had the privilege to perform and collaborate with some incredibly talented musicians. Now after all this time, I think it's about time I started an "official" band with these guys. So for the first time and at Texas Furry Fiesta 2015, we will be performing our first ever live show under the name "BANDTHRO". So it's with great pleasure that I can introduce TFF 2015's Bandthro lineup to you. Featuring your ever musical Fox, Fox Amoore, the Bear that plays EVERY instrument Rhubarb, British loving beard wielding keyboard maestro Cosmik, the Texan whack everything with your fluke Dolphin Boy on drums ('MURRICA), the minstrel of fiddle and magic - Alexander James Adams, the angelic and voluptuous voice of Amadhia and finally some local dude with a guitar (granted, that dude is the amazing Shredon Koroz and he is awesome and plays like a mofo... AND A RARE GUITARIST WHERE YOU HAVE TO TELL THEM TO TURN IT **UP**). We will be featuring guest performers including the amazingly talented Matthew Ebel and Pepper Coyote. Needless to say... We have an utterly incredible line up! This concert will be the biggest band event I've put on for a convention in the Fandom so far. The concert will be free entry, bring as many friends as you like. The event will also be photo and video friendly, so feel free to film us when we're shouting our heads off at the drummer to zip it. We're here to entertain and rock you with a whole host of original and energetic live material! I would also like to extend a HUGE thank you to Jackrow whom has provided BANDTHRO with logos, posters and other promotional materials to help us get started. Please make sure you checkout the rest of his work, follow his galleries and ultimately tell him just how amazingly talented and awesome he is: http://www.furaffinity.net/user/jackrow Thank you to all of the Texas Furry Fiesta staff for helping make this concert possible. And thank you to ALL of you for your support over the years. Enjoy TFF 2015! Your musical Fox, Fox Amoore
Electroswing dance music with DJ Para
Electroswing music on the dance floor in Kempi's!
Furry Research Panel: Artists in the Fandom
Following up on the IARP's successful "Artist in the Fandom" panels last year, Nuka returns to continue the discussion of artists in the fandom: issues relevant to artists, pros and cons of doing art in the furry fandom, and the treatment of artists by furries. We will also follow-up on the results of last year's panel. We ask that all participants in this discussion be artists themselves (visual, writers, etc...)
Non-Fur 'Fursuiters'
Want an animal suit, but fur ain't your bag, baby? Come hear about great suits made from fleece, spandex, rubber, etc... Learn how to work with and care for the material and where to get such suits. Come in suit and tell of your experiences.
*Under The Jungle Gym
A Meet and Greet for Cubs, Baby furs, and Lil'furs alike and curious. Answering questions about the subculture of this part of the fandom, general discussion, such as con etiquette for cubs, what does it mean to be a "cub".
Werewolves of the Dark Arts (New Player Friendly!) till 1am
Werewolf is a social game of deduction and deceit and is a great way to improve one's social skills. Heard of Werewolf but haven't had a chance to play? Never heard of it but looking for something intellectual to do with other furries? Now's a great time to show up! These games of Werewolf will feature simple sets of roles meant to introduce new players to the game.
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Audio for Animation
Everyone loves how animation looks. But have you ever considered how animation sounds? There are special challenges when it comes to building audio for animation, and we'll discuss it in this panel, as well as do it ourselves! We'll take an animated scene and give it our own audio track to really learn how it's done!
My Little Pony Meet & Greet
Come join the herd and friendship of your fellow ponies. We can discuss the good days of season 1 & worry about the future of Season 5
New Wave/retro dance music with Corbeau
Dance music from the 80's and thereabouts on the floor in Kempi's downstairs!
*Furoticon How to Play & Tournament (18+ Adults Only)
Check out the Furoticon How to Play panel - there will be a limited number of Demo Decks available for those without cards. Feeling competitive? After learning the game, play in our Tournament! Keep the cards you play with and win prizes! (You must sign up for the Tournament at the Tail Kiss Studio Dealer Table.) (18+, Adults Only)
*Drawing Passionate Adult Art
It's always important to express emotion through art, and that includes Adult-themed art. Learn how to give your adult pieces a bit more life, love, and passion. Bring the romance!
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Dance: PsyFur
Genres: House Classic House Psychedelic House PsyTrance Brief: A tiger that will take you on a cosmic journey. PsyFur will be opening up Friday Night with a psychedelic groove! He will be sure to warm you up in the coming weekend!
*Drag Queen - 101
In this panel we will discuss the fundamentals and steps of getting into drag. We will discuss persona creation, adapting your style, body shaping, and basic techniques. Q/A encouraged. Makeup will be discussed in the Drag Queen 102 panel.
*A Little Story Time
Cub, littles, kid fur story time, Story read wonderful people
*Adult Furry Fiction
We discuss the ins and outs (ha ha) of writing adult fiction in the furry community.
Werewolves of the Dark Arts Overflow (Advanced)
This event's Werewolf games will be tailored for advanced, experienced players. Those unfamiliar with the game should attend the New Player Friendly games. Note: Those wanting to host games in the overflow room must contact Tobias Amaranth.
*The Match Game
Fill in the blanks - but you're not just supplying your own answers, you're trying to match those of our very specially selected team of panelists. Participants will be selected by drawing from our audience. The rest of you will be lucky enough only to have to watch.
*Drag Queen - 102 Makeup
In this panel we will be discussing makeup application for primarily drag and the different techniques and applications for makeup. We will also cover the fundamentals of makeup and completing the look. Reading session may follow, because it is FUNdamental
Fursuit Dance: EarVelvet
Genres: Top 40 Hits/pop Pop Remixes EDM/Progressive House Electro Brief: With 20 years under his belt, hailing from Vancouver, Washington, EV has been known to bring the house down in the con circuit! Expect today's hits as well as classics with an energised twist as he serenades the Fursuit dance!
Classic trance on the dance floor in Kempi's!
Classic trance on the dance floor in Kempi's!
Saturday, February 21, 2015
109 eventsCreepyPasta Galore
Want to play a game? how about a scary game? Join your buddy Lu the alien dog, as we embark on a journey through scary games based on our favorite creepypasta monsters including slenderman, smile.dog, and Freddie and the gang. And I promise, we'll make it out alive!
*NSFW Art Academy
A panel for adult rated artists to better learn the positions and anatomy commonly used in today's adult furry community.
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Dance: DJ Recca
Genres: Electro House Trap Brief: a furry mixmaster and no stranger to the community, DJ Recca has influenced several major conventions over the years with his electro craft, and he is bringing it to TFF all the way from Seattle. An hour not to be missed!
Trance with DJ Nullstrukt
Enjoy some Trance music on the dance floor down at Kempi's!
Cartoon Intro Sing-Along
Inspired by Japanese 24-hour Anime Song marathons, this shortened version features well-known fun cartoon intros that everybody knows by heart. Sing along with friends and make new friends. Also come to play Cartoon Bingo! Guess which intros we'll play, write them down on our bingo cards, and as we go through songs you can win some nifty little prizes! From Duck Tales (Woo-ooh!) to Sonic (Gotta go fast!), we have everything that'll put you in a good mood with others and make you sing. Hosted by MarzGurl of ThatGuyWithTheGlasses.
Werewolves of the Dark Arts (Mystery - 'Option') till 5am
Dance: Tumma.k
Genres: Hard Tech Hard Dance Hardstyle Brief: Signed New York City producer with HardLand, TK will be finishing the night with the harder style of dance music! A finish fit for a raver! You don't want to miss this!
Artist Sign-Up
Board Game room
Anthropomorphology
An informative and fascinating look at the natural and social history of man and his relationship with animals, concluding with the furry fandom and its place n this history.
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Big Blue Fox's Furry Fiesta 2014 video pt1
Come and wake up with your AV crew while we watch Big Blue Fox's video of last years convention! Saturday for part 1 & Sunday for part 2
Art Show
Video Game Room Open
Lottery Drawing
Macro/Micro Meet and Greet
Giant folks and tiny folks alike meet up and discuss big things and little details of the fandom. Come and chat with your fellow cuties and kaijus at this sizable meet and greet.
'The First 15 Seconds - A Publisher Looks At Stories'
Publishers and editors don't read everything that's sent to them -- often the first 3-5 sentences contain clues about wehther the story is worth publishing. This shouldn't suprise anyone, because people browsing books to buy generally make up their minds after the first few pages. Come find out about some of the "no-no's" that lead to an instant rejection -- and learn how to overcome them.
Musical Balloons
Musical chairs meets bat-the-balloon. This is remarkably silly, and unexpectedly fun event.
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Using your Fursuit Powers for GOOD!
Want to use your costume with Charity Organizations? Pacer has worked for the Red Cross, March of Dimes, the American Cancer Society and Give Kids the World. Come find out the best way to get your paw in the door with these organizations.
Dealer's Den Open
Registration Room Open
Artist Alley
Kempi's
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So ya wanna buy a 3-D Printer?
Are 3-D printers all they're cracked up to be? What's the state of the technology, what alternatives are available, and what should you know before you drop the cash on that awesome machine
C.A.R.E. Meet our Amazing Charity
Lions, Tigers and Lemurs oh my! Come meet the amazing folks who run our charity, hear stories and mind blowing facts about the big cats and other great animals they care for. The Center for Animal Research and Education (C.A.R.E.) carerescuetexas.com
Guest Of Honor Lunch Shuttle (to GOH Lunch)
Meet in Garden Court 2&3 room on the 1st floor near Registration, to be directed to your complemtary Shuttle to the GOH lunch. Please be on time. MUST BE ON Guest Of Honor LUNCH LIST!
Resin Mask Part 2: Installing pats on your resin mask
This is panel 2 tutorial of how to work with resin masks. In this panel I will be doing a live demonstration on how to attach eyes, jawset, tongue and a nose plus adding padding, screen and elastic to the interior for comfort.
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My kids brought me to this con
Are you at TFF with your child? Not sure what to think about this interest on the part of your young one or how to approach it as a parent? We don't have answers, but can provide a adult perspective and a chance to talk about it with other folks in the same boat. Short discussion about the furry fandom, highlighting considerations for parents and guardians & a Q/A. Kids welcome although we might talk about them in third person a bit!
FOOD TRUCKS
WE HAVE FOOD TRUCKS! You are inside the Hotel on the 1st floor next to Board Gaming. Go out the doors near the bar to the outside. Once outside turn left, you are now facing North. Go North until you see FOOD TRUCKS! then Order!
Drawing 102
Know how to draw the basics? Learn to step it up a level with this panel
Rhubarb & Cosmik: THE SONGS YOU HATE!
Sure, most of your favorite bands have one or two annoying tunes you're forced to sit through. But an entire set? Rhubarb and Cosmik have gathered a list of your most-hated requests, and will play them all down to the #1 most despised song in the fandom - and you might just love these versions! Booing and catcalls allowed; please, no throwing tomatoes.
Dance Class: The Foxtrot
The Foxtrot is one of the most popular dances to know for weddings and formal occasions. As with all music and motion classes, attendance equals participation! If you do not have a partner, one will be provided to you. For your safety and the safety of others this class is for adults only and not for those impaired by the use of any substances.
Fun Hyena Facts!
Facts (either true or false) about hyenas
Guest of Honor Lunch (Offsite)
SUPER SPONSOR EXCLUSIVE EVENT: Join the Convention Chair for a delicious offsite lunch at Maggiano's Little Italy with our esteemed Guests of Honor. MUST BE ON GOH LUNCH LIST! 6001 West Park Boulevard, Plano, TX 75093. Please see your con bag for more information. Transportation provided please meet us 1st floor Garden Court for shuttle at Sat 10:30am. Please be early!
Sergel Collective Meet-up
A meetup for people with sergal characters, sergal fursuits, or who are just interested in sergals!
Photography Studio (CLOSED)
Dance Class: The Swing
Swing in to this class where we will be teaching you how fun and easy it is to look amazing on the dance floor! The East Coast Swing is the American Fun-Time Dance. As with all music and motion classes, attendance equals participation! If you do not have a partner, one will be provided to you. For your safety and the safety of others this class is for adults only and not for those impaired by the use of any substances.
Fursuit Photoshoot SETUP
Fursuit Repair and Care
From those small popped seams to how to properly clean your suit, taking care of your fursuit is essential to keeping it just like new!
Publishing Q&A
Do you have questions about how to get published and other questions about the publishing process? The owner of FurPlanet will be on hand to take your questions. We can also discuss submitting to anthologies and other general questions about publishing in the fandom and the resources available to writers.
Furry Research Panel: Women in the Fandom
Based on the success of last year's panel, the IARP is following up on last year's "Women in the Fandom" panel. Discuss the findings and responses to last year's panel, and discuss new issues relevant to women in the furry fandom. We ask that attendees be self-identified women (trans* persons welcome).
GOH Lunch Shuttle (returning from GOH Lunch)
This is the estimated return time from the GOH lunch. MUST BE ON GOH LUNCH LIST!
Chakat Fiesta
Are you... L-shaped? Have you been called a couch? Do you struggle with four sets of feet AND two hands? Fear not, you are not alone! Gather 'round, Chakats, other 'taurs, or just 'taur fans -- it's time to have a chat! Come meet fellow kats, centaurs, foxtaurs, and more!
Parade Staging
The fursuit parade and photo will be at 2pm SHARP!. Do not be late. If you will be participating in the fursuit parade, you need to be here in suit ready to go 30min before the parade. Right before the parade starts, we will be taking the fursuit group photo (that way it is NOT at the end when we are all hot!) Parade does start ON TIME if you are there or not! :)
Parade & Photoshoot (2pm SHARP)
Come Join Pacer as he leads Fiesta's fursuiters on the annual parade! Come show your spirit and your wonderful costumes; or line up on the route to take photos! The route will be posted so you can plan ahead. (Please note that the hour before and after the parade will be heavy elevator usage and long wait times. Be kind and let the fursuiters on the elevator first and plan your day accordingly!)
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Audio and You: A Guide to Sound Editing and Audio Equipment
Would you like to create your own podcast? Would you like to become a voice-actor/actress or musician? This panel will show you what equipment to buy, how to use and diagnose it, and other helpful tips from a certified pro!
Furry Found Footage
Join Aurelina from the weekly podcast SHOW for a viewing of the most bizarre of Furry Found Footage. A feature length clip show video edited by Aurelina herself, this presentation delves into the craziest VHS trash from decades long forgotten, and features footage from ConFURence 4 - a furry con which took place in 1993.
Entertainment: The Stage and You!
Are you ready to let out your inner ham? Come join the fun and gain good tips and knowledge for the next time you are on the stage. Whether in or out of suit, this panel will show you things such as stage direction, using your voice more effectively, and even planning your skits out! Once we are done with you, you'll be able to perform with the best of them and possibly even try these skills out on the stage this weekend! (BEFORE EACH FURRY DRAMA SHOW REHEARSAL)
Writing 201
Basics are one thing, but more advanced tricks in writing are all there and available to use. This panel aims to cover those techniques, and then some. How to write better dialogue, 'Mary Sue' characters, and a myriad of other tropes, tricks, and generally good practices will all be covered here.
Dance Class: The Blues
Blues dancing is one of the easiest and most versatile dances you can learn. As with all music and motion classes, attendance equals participation! If you do not have a partner, one will be provided to you. For your safety and the safety of others this class is for adults only and not for those impaired by the use of any substances.
'Beautiful of Face' - the ancient Egyptian gods
The ancient Egyptians had a pantheon of over 2,000 deities, spirits, and guardians that they called on in times of trouble. Come hear a student of Egyptology talk about some of the amazing festivals, family lives of the gods, and unusual guardians that the ancient Egyptians worshipped.
Fursuit Construction
Come join GOH JD Puppy as he gives tips on building fursuits!
Furry Fans of the WWE
Come join our WWE panel! Let's discuss our favorite superstars and favorite WWE moments.
Furry Psychology 101: Dr. Nuka and the Psychology of Furries
Let Dr. Courtney "Nuka" Plante, a social psychologist and furry researcher, teach you everything there is to know about the psychology of furries! Get answers to the most commonly asked questions about the furry fandom using REAL SCIENCE done by REAL RESEARCHERS, including the IARP's newest research comparing furries, anime fans, and sport fans.
Charity Auction
Come down to the Charity Auction and be amazed by our display of rare and exotic items! Try your luck and bid! Be a winner and help feed a giant kitty or lemur in need.
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Art Jam
Come join us in Kempi's and have grand time drawing with us! What will you draw?
Learn to Spin Poi
Learn to spin pretty lights(and later: fire) using weighted socks. The panel will focus on beginners, but intermediate to advanced spinners are welcome to learn new tricks. Poi is a rhythmic dance using a pair of weighted objects on tethers to make beautiful patterns in the night air and in broad daylight.
Play Ironclaw with Sanguine Games
Experience Ironclaw's rich and detailed world of Calabria, where dozens of species live together in sprawling cities and war-torn countryside. Kings broker for power with clergy, wizards, and merchants, each one struggling to conquer all they survey.
Pottery Process, According to Dingbat
I'll take you through my process of creating and painting on pottery through the use of visuals! Will include video clips, discussion of different techniques, and Q&A.
Fursuit Performance
A workshop that will focus on improving your performance in fursuit. Learn some basics of posing, movement and foundations for stage performance from experienced performers. Coming to the panel in suit is strongly encouraged, but not required.
The Dragons' Den; Meet & Greet
All Dragons unite! A panel for dragons, by dragons! Chat, snack, draw, and do dragon things; non-dragons allowed too!
A conversation with several fandom musicians
Join Foxamoore, Matthew Ebel, Runtt, Cosmik, Rhubarb, PepperCoyote, and more for a panel discussion on music in the fandom. We'll be telling stories, talking about our latest projects, and answering your questions. Come meet some of the brightest musical minds in your fandom.
Photography Studio (Open)
Poke'Palooza!
Welcome to the wonderful world of Pokemon! You all made this panel a wonderful and fun experience last year, we're jumping back into it this year! There will be games, trivia, prizes, discussion, in game trading, a small tournament, and OH did I mention PRIZES?! So bring your cards, your favorite plush, YOUR DS AND GAMES and your pokemon knowledge and lets make this another AMAZING panel this year!
*Transformation Sensation
A look into the past, present, and future direction of the transformation art community. All who are interested are welcome to join us!
Fursuit Dance Competition Auditions
Required Auditions for All Participants that have submitted the application for the Fursuit Dance Competition. Please arrive on time, and please have your music CD or USB with you for the audition.
Furry Research Panel: Disabilities and the Fandom
The furry research team is studying disability in the furry fandom and the role of the furry fandom and fursonas in resilience. The panel will be a discussion, with a short, voluntary survey for those who are interested. All are invited to attend, but we are particularly interested in participants who wish to discuss their own experience with disability in the fandom.
Voice Acting Workshop
Here's your chance to try being a voice actor! In this audience participation panel, choose scripts from a prepared handout and volunteer to perform them in front of the group while being captured on a professional recording rig. Learn how to voice act by watching others or even doing it yourself!
Charity Checkout
Clean Up
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Fursuit Games
Join Ipequey for the fursuit games! These games are not judged. Come have fun! Cheating encouraged!
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Karaoke
Serenade the consuite guests with your vocal talents! Two microphone available for duets! Song list available at http://rocknrollrentals.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/KOD800Songlist-byArtist.pdf
Short Vs. Long: When to Finish Your Story
Deciding the length of a story determines a lot of elements of said story, and that is no easy task to do. As writers, most all of us want to continue on forever, or just say what we need to say and get it over with as fast as possible. This panel aims to help you decide on that, and educate on the pros, and cons, of both sides of the story length coin.
Resin Mask Part 3: How to create a unique resin mask
This is the more advance panel showing how to change the shape of a resin mask from one creature to another using foam, clay or craft foam. We will go over installing horns, leds, whiskers and creating ears.
Werewolves of the Dark Arts (No-Reveal, Limit 30)
The climax of Werewolf games, the challenging No-Reveal games will test every ounce of your skills. Normally, you will be shown what role someone is when they die. In No-Reveal games, the only information you will only learn is that which your role provides, and the things that people say. Note: This game WILL last upwards of 4 hours. If you're unable to commit that much time, or are still unfamiliar with Werewolf, consider joining tonight's Overflow games.
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MacGuyver Fursuit Construction!
What happens when a fursuit builder is put in a room and given a short time to build a partial?!?! CAN THEY DO IT?!?! Come find out. Note: This is not intended to be a fursuit construction panel; this is just for fun!
Variety Show, Furry Drama Show Rehearsal
You should have your act all ready now. Just be ready to run through it. Have your music or dialogue on a Flash drive that is labeled with your name on it also.
Louisiana Furs Meet and Greet
Hey fellow LouisianaFurs, come and join us for a fun little get together, this will be a great time to come and meet new local furs and re-connect with others you may not have seen for a while. We will have time set aside for introductions and then we will just mingle.
Matthew Ebel Piano Rock Concert
Piano rocker, geek, and bird-like thing Matthew Ebel is back for another piano rock show. This time he's brought his drummer, Runtt, for a full 90-minute rock show LIVE from... an alien prison? Uh oh...
80's dance music with KaGe
Dance music from the 80's with KaGe! (the bearshep, not the cockroach)
The Black and White Ball
Dance the night away to the music of the 30's/40's! Our theme this year is black and white in the spirit of the first toons! Wear your finest black and white attire. This is your opportunity to dress to the nines. Wear your best and we provide the rest! Our dance mistress will be selling dances with or without instruction to support C.A.R.E., So if you missed the dance classes, or you want a little more tutoring you still have a chance to get one-on-one instruction. For your safety and the safety of others this event is for adults only and not for those impaired by the use of any substances. For the safety and comfort of the dancers, please refrain from photos or videos in the ballroom. We have a photo room specifically set up for your use!
Play Myriad song with Sanguine Games
In the darkness of ages past, our universe was visited by aliens strange and unknowable. They enslaved hundreds of people and they conquered thousands of worlds. For untold generations, the Myriad people served them, and worlds were stripped of all resources, and left barren and dead. And then, a century ago, the Syndics were gone. Discover primitive worlds with savage monsters, high-tech stations of amazing technology, and places far stranger. You will find lost treasures, and you will find horrors best forgotten. The risks are great, but the rewards are greater.
Werewolves of the Dark Arts Overflow (Basic)
Obviously, No-Reveal isn't everyone's cup of tea. But we've got you covered! We will have some basic, relaxed games happening in the Overflow room for most of the night. Great for first timers, too.
*Adult Art Panel
A fun hilarious panel to learn about anatomy and laugh about the inappropriate content that will ensue.
World of Warcraft Meet & Greet
Horde? Alliance? BiFactional? Does it really matter? Meet and greet with other World of Warcraft players, talk shop, exchange battletags, and just hang out. No ganking, and no trade chat trolling.
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*Hyena Open Mic Comedy
Entertain or be entertained by your fellow fuzzies! Brave stand up comics like you are given 5 minutes to try out and refine new comedy routines, sometimes for the first time. Don't be afraid to live your lifelong dream of being a stand up comedian - a life filled with riches, foxes and...well, none of those. But some laughs!
*A Manic Discussion About Fetishes
So, lets face it, we of the nerdy culture have some unusual kinks. But these aren't things to be ashamed of! Lets this out, learn a little about others, and a little about ourselves, all bundled up with the surely manic and nervous energy of a room full of deviants!
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Jazz Night at Kempi's
Do you enjoy dancing or flying to moon based objects? Do you enjoy a nice cocktail in a dark basement amongst the company of... Actually scrap that one. DO YOU LIKE JAZZ MUSIC? Myself (Fox Amoore), Amadhia, Rhubarb, AJA and Dolphin will be offering you the chance to come to a late night live Jazz concert evening in KEMPI'S starting 10pm Sat. So if you prefer something more quiet or sensual, or something that involves loads of solos and crooning, or if you just fancy being an old fart for the evening, we would love to see you and entertain you. Bring your friends, bring your games and if you want dress smart. We'll be doing everything from Sinatra to Dean Martin, AJA might even sing us his wonderful rendition of "Crazy" as well, if we all ask him nicely. I'm sure I'll end up singing a few numbers as well. But most of all we want to see you there and let you get involved - we can certainly take requests. NOTE: Entry is free, however we will leave out a collection box for optional donations, all of which will go straight to the convention charity: C.A.R.E.
*Unsheathed Live
Kyell Gold and FuzzWolf will be recording an episode of KnotSheathed, the Unsheathed/KnotCast combo show. The wolf and fox will discuss something to do with writing, chat and also take audience questions. The show is fun and informative, especially for those interested in writing in the fandom.
Werewolves of the Dark Arts (No-Reveal, Open Mayor)
Following the 30-person No-Reveal game, the standard Town Mayor and WotDA game creator Tobias Amaranth will be taking a break from hosting and will be participating in further No-Reveal games. All games in the main room for Saturday will be No-Reveal.
Dance: Sebris
Genres: House(prog/electro) Trance Hard dance Pop remixes Brief: from Corpus Christi, TX, Sebris has made a name for himself in his hometown and brings it to his 4th year of Furry Fiesta. Always getting people in the mood to dance with his sound!
*Furoticon How to Play & Tournament (18+ Adults Only)
Check out the Furoticon How to Play panel - there will be a limited number of Demo Decks available for those without cards. Feeling competitive? After learning the game, play in our Tournament! Keep the cards you play with and win prizes! (You must sign up for the Tournament at the Tail Kiss Studio Dealer Table.) (18+, Adults Only)
Iron Artist Tryouts
*Fursuit Charades: The After Dark Edition
The After Dark, "No Holds Barred" version of fursuit charades. You know what this means. Please, no cameras allowed in this event; everyone remains innocent!
Dance: DJ Oddy
Genres: Tech House Brief: bring on the groove with DJ Oddy and the sound of tech house! A sound engineer by day, and a groove master by night!
Dance Your Tail Off with DJ Cosmik!!!
DJ Cosmik will be spinning classic dance tracks from the 70s and 80s until they kick us out!
*Iron Artist
What do zombies, pokemon, & marshmallows have in common? We don't know either, but a team of artists have 3min to draw their best interpretation of it! Come join Glass ferret & friends in the fun as artists try to draw the randomness from audience suggested themes, artists spectators & hecklers welcomed. Artist tryouts are ~30min before the panel. Got Question? hit me up on Twitter @TheGlassFerret
AnimeFunTV Presents: Anime/Animation Music Video Showcase
AnimeFunTV has hosted many AMV Contests since 2009, but has also had a TV show since 2003. With our large library of AMV's, we wanna show some of the best though the years, from Anime to Ponies, sit down and watch some cool music videos.
Sunday, February 22, 2015
55 eventsDance: Darroh
Genres: Electro house Dubstep Trap Drum n bass Moombahton Brief: from Austin, TX, producer and Veteran of the indie512 @ SXSW will be making his return to TFF with bassy tracks! Including some from a brand new album of his!
Dance: Dantee
Genres: Drum n Bass Brief: calling all junglists! A furry master of drum and bass comes to turn up the energy and end Saturday night with a bang. This wolf will bring a rush of adrenalin through your veins with his sound!
Artist Sign-Up
Board Games
DD SETUP
Art Show
Lottery Drawing
Big Blue Fox's Furry Fiesta 2014 video pt2
Come and wake up with your AV crew while we watch Big Blue Fox's video of last years convention! Saturday for part 1 & Sunday for part 2
Kempi's
Registration Room Open - Also Pre-reg for 2016!
Artist Alley
Dealer's Den Open
Video Game Room Open
Furry Short Film 'Classics:' Animal Soccer World
In 2005, Phoenix Games released a title called "Animal Soccer World," considered by the video game review site Desctructoid.com to be "one of the worst games ever made." However, the "game" is nothing but digital coloring books and one short furry film--one singularly, monstrously memorable train wreck of animated glory. Come see what happens when a single voice actor, Disney character design rip-offs, and animation from an offshore tax haven converge to form a 30-minute cinematic masterpiece. Critical discussion to follow after the film--if you can hang on for that long.
Coyote Breakfast
Are you a coyote? Want to meet other coyotes? As hard as that is to believe, it can happen! This is the coyote meet and greet. Talk about coyote things. Share coyote stories. All over breakfast. Together we'll accomplish something truly terrible, namely, gathering more than 5 coyotes in one restaurant. Meet in the panel room and then head to breakfast!
Fursuit Improv
Join Ipequey for a fun fursuiting game! Come help us act out stories and scenarios for the audience. No experience needed; just a need for some silly fun!
Pillow Fight
Throw pillows. Shield yourself with blankets. Have fun.
Nintendo 3DS Meet-Up
Love portable gaming and want to meet others who feel the same? Bring us your 3DS, your DS, your PS Vitas yearning to breathe free! Score Street Passes with other gamers, play local wireless games of Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros., trade and battle Pokemon, show off your Miis, and more!
SMILE! Dealing with Depression
A frank discussion from two con chairs and a wolf who have suffered from and dealt with depression, anxiety, and it's social effects for over a decade. You're not alone and there's nothing wrong with you. The panelists are not qualified professionals, just people like you.
Copyrights: Protecting Your Art from Theft, Artists Know Your Rights
Had your art stolen, copied, traced or altered? Don't know what to do? Copyrights protect your hard work and income. Come learn how to protect your art and what your rights are.
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Photography Studio (Open)
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Eclectic dance music with DJ Edgewise
Various dance tunes played by Edgewise the griffon, if his feathers can work the controls. There will probably be a lot of chirping!
Fursuit Charades
Most suiters don't talk...so how easy is it to get your point across just by acting? Its a fun event, but really gets intense when the rules change!
Building a Home Recording Studio with Matthew Ebel
Everything from picking the right room in your house to setting up microphones. Matthew has helped everyone from musicians to podcasters to authors looking to make their first audiobook.
From Concept to Reality - How to Publish it Yourself with Rafferty
Okay, so you wanna make a book, comic, or game. Will you do everything yourself, or will you commission others for help? How do you do that crowd-funding thing, anyway? Should you publish on traditional media, or should you embrace the future of digital distribution? And who is going to buy what you make, and how will you let them know about it? Norman Rafferty, a founding partner of Sanguine Games, talks you through the steps of do-it-yourself publishing.
Short Story Improv
A panel of writers make up short stories based on prompts given by you, the audience! Artists will illustrate the stories as they're told in real time.
Charity Poker Tournament
Texas Hold'em, 30+ players, and fabulous prizes! Come sit and ante up, you won't be sorry you did!
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Crowdfunding Q&A
Do you have questions about what it takes to successfully crowdfund your own projects? Come here to talk to the director of Sanguine Games, Norman Rafferty and Corbeau, from Furstarter.com!
Foam Javelin Tag
Come join us for a modified version of dodgeball, except with pool noodles.
Fursuit Dance Competition
The annual Texas Furry Fiesta Fursuit Dance Competition. Come and dance, or watch and cheer on your friends or favorites!
Pick-Up Art in Art Show
Crowdfunding 101 for Furries
Funding art and projects with Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and more! A quick look at a few of the bigger crowdfunding platforms, Q&A and dispelling myths, with Corbeau, author of furry crowdfunding blog furstarter.com and manager of the recent Kaze: Ghost Warrior crowdfunding campaign.
Tea Time for the Soul
Join us for tea, cookies, and quiet conversation. We will provide hot water, tea and it's accoutrements. Tea enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their own favorite teas and blends to share, as well as any additional nibbles!
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Making A Living As An Artist with Matthew Ebel
Matthew’s been self-employed since 2007 and has learned quite a lot about marketing, time management, website design, and social media outreach. Most of what he’s learned applies to graphic artists and writers as well as musicians, so all artists are welcome!
Play Ironclaw with Sanguine Games
Experience Ironclaw's rich and detailed world of Calabria, where dozens of species live together in sprawling cities and war-torn countryside. Kings broker for power with clergy, wizards, and merchants, each one struggling to conquer all they survey.
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Art of Drawing Emotion
How do you make a realistic animal show human emotion? What about in cartoons? Learn this and more in this panel.
Entertain the Staff for Small Prizes
We've entertained y'all all weekend. It's your turn to entertain us! If you've got a talent or act you think will impress us, drop by and try it out. Make sure to stay till the end, when the grand prize is awarded by audience choice.
Furry Drama Show
Come and watch our out of the comic pages characters as they come to life on stage. Join Calamity Cougar as he puts together a mess of a show as he some how has since nearly the beginning of Furry Fiesta itself. The show features many performers right from the TFF attendees so you never know what you are going to see. So come and see some really great acts. (Doors will be chained shut so on one can leave till the end of the show)
Clean Up
Tear-Down
Clean Up
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Conceptual Designs for Animated Characters
Conceptual Design is exactly what it sounds like - creating the character concepts, thumb-nailing and overall design elements for an animated feature. In this panel we'll be focusing on building a character from the frame up that will suit your animation style.
Closing Ceremonies
Join us as we close out another successful* convention year! Learn about our 2015 attendance and charity amounts. Meet and gleefully applaud key staff who are cheerful and not yet broken. We learn about our 2016 theme and Guests of Honor. But most of all, we learn about each other. Awwr! *Success assumed prior to printing. No promises. PCD tablets not included.
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Scritch & B!%@h
Tell us what we did well and what could use improvement. We do listen and take notes on your suggestions. Many changes we make is based on your feedback! So come talk to us and tell us about your con experiences. Don't forget to tell us what you liked as well!
Werewolves of the Dark Arts (Open Mayor)
Wanted to GM? Missed the Mayor panel? Now's your chance to get some hands-on training. For the final Werewolf games of the convention, experienced Mayors will partner up with novice Mayors to help them practice hosting.
Dance: Sparx
Genres: Electro Moombahton Brief: a veteran in the El Past TX dance scene, from local club events to opening for LaidBack Luke, we have an electric husky who will start the night!
Dance: DJ Shasta
genres: Pop mixes Trap/bounce House Brief: a growing name in the DJ scene in Tulsa Oklahoma, Shasta will come to make his debut on the TFF line up as Sunday Nights party master!
Monday, February 23, 2015
2 eventsDance: DJ Genki
Genres: Freeform Hardcore Hard breaks Brief: A long time veteran in the furry con circuit and a legend in furry hardcore, DJ Genki will be turning up the energy at high speeds and quick shifts for those who hunger a taste of the harder styles of dance music one last time this weekend!
Dance: Mizuiro
Genres: Top 40 Hits House Hip hop Brief: the party doesn't end without a bang, and we spare no expense with talent by bringing to you Mizuiro! This cat is a big name in DJing from his town of Tulsa, OK, and he's bringing the party down here with songs you know, house to grove topped off with the best of hip hop. This is a DJ not to be missed!