Con Ops
The center & home-base of Further Confusion operations. Come here to get information, check lost-and-found, and check in if you're a presenter or panelist.
Convention schedule
Further Confusion 2017
Thursday, January 12, 2017
10 eventsPre-Registration Pickup
Early-bird check-in for attendees who have already registered.
Art Show Setup
Come set up your artwork for the Art Show!
Registration
Come register and get your badge! We look forward to welcoming you to the con.
Fursuit Lounge (Marriott)
Need a place to cool off? Come on in and hang up your head! We have water and fans available for you, so you can fursuit safely.
Dealers Den Setup
Opening Ceremonies
Join us in kicking off Further Confusion 2017! Our chairman, Dax, and other members of the team will welcome you to San Jose for a weekend of fur and fun.
Dance feat. Bucker Fuskyote
Bucker Fuskyote will be playing House and Deep House.
Dance feat. DJ Haze
DJ Haze will be playing Electro House, Dubstep and Trap.
Dance feat. Dune
Dune will be playing Dubstep and Bass/Electro House.
Friday, January 13, 2017
59 eventsDance feat. DJ Kota
DJ Kota will be playing Trance.
Con Ops
The center & home-base of Further Confusion operations. Come here to get information, check lost-and-found, and check in if you're a presenter or panelist.
Dealers Den Setup
Registration
Come register and get your badge! We look forward to welcoming you to the con.
Art Show Setup
Come set up your artwork for the Art Show!
Gaming Open
The gaming room is open, and ready for you to come play! Check out our library of tabletop and video games! (Bags will be checked at the door)
CG Rendering on the Cheap
CG rendering, once only the province of big studios, is now a very affordable hobby and not hard to learn. This presentation will discuss and demonstrate software that can be used to create very satisfying art without breaking the budget. Basic techniques of CG rendering will be covered.
Air Traveling with Fursuits: Tips from an Expert
Traveling with your fursuit on an airline and unsure what to expect from the airlines/TSA and what comes with it all? Come to the panel that prepares you to depart (even international travel) with your fursuit, making it to and from the convention!
FC 101
Curious how Further Confusion happens? Interested in volunteering for a convention in the future? Come by and hear about how we do it year after year.
Programming In The Furry Fandom
While the furry fandom is known for its incredible artists, craftsman, and musicians, it’s home to many talented engineers as well. Learn how you can contribute to the furry fandom as a software developer, or get advice from experienced programmers on how to start coding.
Gender and Furry
Both gender and furry touch on very important aspects of identity, and the fandom often provides a space in which to explore one's gender in a safe manner. Join Makyo from Love - Sex - Fur to talk about what gender is and how it interacts with the furry subculture.
Sports Team Mascot Showdown!
Hey Sports Fans, it’s game day at Further Confusion. Are you ready for MLS, NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, smackdowns?! We’re gonna find out what FC’s favorite sports mascot is by the most intense bracket elimination game of your LIFE! Come on and vote in this battle for the best mascot!
Horses 101
This panel will cover basic information for anyone who is interested in learning about horses in general or looking for information to develop a fursona or other character. Topics include: horse terminology, anatomy, different types and breeds of horses, what a horse's life is like, what it's like to work with/care for horses and many other things. There will be an question and answer section at the end of the presentation.
Constructed Languages in Fiction
Constructed languages have a long history in fantasy and science fiction media. Examples include JRR Tolkien's Quenya, Marc Okrand's Klingon, and David J. Peterson's Dorthraki. This panel is an introduction to creating your own fictional languages, including a discussion of language in anthropomorphic species.
Dealers Den
Dealer's Den is the place to find excellent artists and craftspeople selling their wares! Come take a look around; you never know what you might find!
Fursuit Lounge (Marriott)
Need a place to cool off? Come on in and hang up your head! We have water and fans available for you, so you can fursuit safely.
Fursuit Lounge (SJCC)
Need a place to cool off? Come on in and hang up your head! We have water and fans available for you, so you can fursuit safely.
Art Show
Come see a fantastic display of art from some of the community's best creators! Pieces will be available to bid on, so you might just take some home.
Artemis
The Artemis™ Starship Bridge Simulator Have you ever watched an episode of Star Trek™ and wished that you could have worked on the bridge of the Enterprise™? Wanted to pilot the starship like Sulu, to fire the weapons like Worf, to provide sensor information like Data, or even to command the whole ship like Janeway? The Artemis Starship Bridge Simulator gives you an opportunity to do just that! Groups of players take control of stations on a virtual starship bridge, working together to defend the starbases of the sector from invading aliens! Each station has information no other station has, and can command the ship in ways no other station can, so communication between the players and between the captain is crucial. Notably, the captain has no controls at all, relying on the rest of crew to correctly operate the ship and to display what information is needed on the main screen. The controls of each station are easy to learn, while still providing much opportunity for mastery. The positions available are Helm, Weapons, Science, Communications, and Engineering, as well as the Captain, and there are some ship classes that also allow players to fly independently controllable fighter craft as well!
Artemis Flight School
Interested in the phenomenon of the 'Artemis Starship Bridge Simulator,' but have never played before? This panel will cover all of the workstation controls of the starship, fleet protocols, standing orders, and helpful hints that will give you the skills to succeed on the bridge of the Artemis! The class material will take 20-30 minutes to cover, and a short training flight will be provided afterwards. If you miss these sessions, or if you prefer on-the-job-training to a classroom learning style, just ask one of the uniformed flag officers on duty in the Artemis room who will be more than happy to provide specialized instruction.
Imaginative Realism: Portraying What Doesn't Exist
This panel is for those pursuing their own personal projects and discussion about portraying experiences in art and media to make a difference. Panelists are from Keeper and the Soldier, a game inspired by someone's experiences and struggles with child abuse. Several team members will be there to show the development process and steps in the art, context, and story through video and slideshow; how to transform your imaginative experience into the medium of your choice, using Keeper and the Soldier as an example of that in action. We'll also discuss methods and advice about different forms of media and the challenges one might face/how to overcome in going off the beaten path. If time allows, we'll open up the last section to hearing audience projects/ideas and Q&A.
Future Fursuits
ELECTRONICS and 3D PRINTING are redefining what fursuits can be and how they are made. We'll present the concepts and terminology for those looking to expand their repertoire with these new media. Q&A and Show & Tell!
Kingdom Hearts Gathering!
2017 is an exciting year for Kingdom Hearts fans! To keep the hype train going we are getting everyone up to speed on the story so far, talk about what you love and want to see, answer audience questions, hand out cool KH themed prizes, and mingle with fellow fans!
The Power of Pretend
Fursuit performance for the non-performer. Harness the imagination and the sense of fun inside all of us, to bring your character to life. Hosted by veteran fursuiter Yippee Coyote, featuring a short lecture followed by a participatory workshop. Come in suit, or bring head and paws.
The Love - Sex - Fur Guide to Healthy Relationship
Interested in what all goes into having a happy, healthy, positive relationship with you and your partners? Curious on how to make long-distance and in-person relationships work? Come join us in an open panel discussing safe and healthy relationships.
Treating Furry Trans Bodies Right [18+]
The fandom has fursonas with a rainbow of different bodies! However, treatment of these bodies is unfortunately not always respectful to trans bodies. In this panel we'll start with a Trans 101 before delving into what the fandom gets right and wrong, and how we as furries can improve.
I Can't Do Anything Write!
For those who are finding the writing process frustrating, whether it is the fleshing out of ideas, Putting them on paper in a non-generic way, editing, or preproduction proofing, The Forsaken Scribe is here to help. This panel is interactive so please bring lots of questions!
Critterlympics
Critterlympics, Further Confusion’s signature fursuit sporting event, returns for another year at a new time, with all new games. Fursuiters will be broken into teams to compete for prizes and the right to be this years' champions. Which team will feel the thrill of victory? Who will face the agony of defeat? Join us to find out.
Titanium Tea XXVIII
Come together for a great tea social. A Signature Tea will be made for FC2017. Be sure to sample it. A variety of teas & tisanes will be provided. Bring your own mug to reduce paper cup waste. See you for tea.
Photoshoot
Strike a pose! Our expert photographers will make you look great. Stop by to get some professional photos taken, of you or your whole group! If you are organizing a large group reserve a time on furcon.org/meetups.
FURRIES: A Documentary
Join filmmaker Eric "Ash" Risher as he presents his documentary, and explore the furry fandom like you've never seen it before. By following a handful of individuals, this film takes an inside look at the furry world with a particular emphasis on identity, creativity, and the importance of community. Whether you're a seasoned furry or a newcomer to the fandom, there is plenty to discover in this lighthearted film. Stick around after the screening for a brief Q&A with the director.
Furrywood: Motion Capture
One of the fastest growing technologies in the animation industry is motion capture, the technology behind animating characters with human motion. Find out how this technology works and how accessible it's become in this audience participation panel!
Furry Ham Radio
Amateur radio is a hobby enjoyed by many and quite a few furries are hams as well. This open forum event allows furry hams to get together to discuss radios, antennas and the many services and activities ham radio becomes involved in. This year there is a "fox hunt" taking place at Further Confusion so watch for times and listen to 146.565 MHz.
Native American Cultures
Come join our panel where we will learn of the many unique, diverse traditions of the first peoples of these lands. We will look at various regions, cultures, music, dance styles, literature, history, and more.
Hybrids
The hybrids are coming! For anyone that has never thought to fit in with any one species, this is your panel! Come talk about the uniqueness of being a mixed species! PS: Griffons are hybrids too!
It's Not Always the Hero's Journey
The Hero's Journey is a very common story structure, everywhere in literature and film. But what other ways are there to structure your story?
Kaffeeklatsch with our Charity Partners
Come enjoy fresh coffee, some light sweets, and excellent conversation with our charity partners. The perfect afternoon pick-me-up!
Making Pictures Instead of Taking Pictures
In this panel we're going to assume you know what a camera is... but that your not really sure what you're doing. We'll be going over how a camera works, basic art concepts, what to do now that you have a picture (all that Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom stuff) and some tricks here and there along the way. See ya there!
Fursuiting at Burning Man
This panel will relate the experiences of furries at Burning Man and will explain what potential "furryburners" can expect if they attend this event. Presentation to include AV exhibits and a Q and A session.
Exploring Furry Living Through Zootopia
How would anthropomorphs build their world? What are some of the ergonomic challenges? How do you handle all that fur? A freewheeling panel to play around and look at furry living. We'll start with exploring Zootoopia and see where the tracks lead us.
Kink Discussion Panel [18+]
Have all your kinky questions answered in a safe non judgemental environment. Share stories and meet new people! All genders and experience levels are welcome.
Totally Unbiased Reasons to Go Abroad
Ever wondered what it's like to go abroad for a few months to a few years? Have questions about what it's like to be surrounded by the foreign, the strange and the non-American? Then this panel is for you!
FurPlanet Presents
Come learn about FurPlanet's new offerings for 2017, including author readings!
Dance Competition Auditions
Are you ready to REP YOUR TURF? Audition for the dance competition! You might just have what it takes to strut your stuff on stage.
Dealers Den Closing
Closing time! One last call to… get out.
Foxes and Peppers, a concert
Coming off of a memorable MFF performance, Pepper Coyote and Fox Amoore are ready to take on California's biggest fur con once again. Their first show of 2017 will feature an hour of original music, comedy, and maybe a special guest or two. If you haven't heard their stuff before it's worth checking out. This show will change your expectations for furry con concerts.
Masquerade
Walk the runway and show off your new costume. Anyone may participate and prizes will be awarded to the costume maker based on originality, execution and construction. Visit http://www.furtherconfusion.org/masquerade/ to get more details and sign up.
Hydration Station
Come take a break from your partying, and get hydrated! We'll have water available for you in the middle of the party floor for you to quench your thirst!
Fancy Friday
Join us, clad in your fanciest of clothes, for a lavish evening of cocktails, light hors d’oeuvres, and conversation. All proceeds go to our charity. (This is a ticketed event—visit furcon.org/fancyfriday to check if tickets are available.)
Furoticon - How-to-play and Tournament! [18+]
Come learn how to play Furoticon, one of the hottest games in the fandom! We will have Demo Decks available for anyone who wants to play Furoticon. Feeling competitive? Participate in a tournament! Stop by the Tail Kiss Studio dealer table to learn more and get your cards!
Photoshoot
Strike a pose! Our expert photographers will make you look great. Stop by to get some professional photos taken, of you or your whole group! If you are organizing a large group reserve a time on furcon.org/meetups.
History of Erotic Art [18+]
Explore and survey the history of erotic art from prehistoric through modern times. Join us to learn about the history of erotic art and how it connects to the fandom.
Rubber Meet and Greet [18+]
A meet and greet for every version of latex critter out there.
Furry Found Footage: Furry like Me
Furry Found Footage scours thrift stores, bargain bins and dumpsters to collect the strangest, funniest, stupidest lost furry video footage: public access TV puppet shows, forgotten cartoons, even old home videos of 90s era furmeets and furry conventions. Come see the world premiere of our third video collection. 'Furry Like Me.'
The Northern Lights Live Podcast [18+]
This will be a live recording of the Northern Lights podcast with a live audience. This will also include a Q and A session for the hosts of the podcast along with shout outs and guest speakers to appear on the podcast.
When Furry Met Kinky [18+]
Whether you're new to kink and/or furry fandom or experienced - come find that special someone, play partners, platonic friends, or see what unfolds. Single or not, whatever your orientation - participate in icebreakers, games, & bead codes for badges to help identify desires so that you can find compatibility.
Adult Dragon Panel [18+]
Welcome to the last year of the Adult Dragon Panel. What is the ADP? It's an event where contributors can share their adult works in front of "enthusiastic" like minded people and has been going on since 2007. Please come join creators that you know, some you don't with your host Kiteless in this event's last year under the Adult Dragon Panel name. This panel is 18+ and badges will be checked so please bring your badge.
Dance feat. DJ Mixer & MC Phor
DJ Mixer will be playing 80s freestyle, electric funk and hip-hop.
Dance feat. AudioDile
AudioDile will be playing house, electro, progressive and nu-disco.
Saturday, January 14, 2017
58 eventsDance feat. Addix
Addix will be playing electro house and progressive house.
Dance feat. DJ NeonBunny
DJ NeonBunny will be playing west coast style.
Con Ops
The center & home-base of Further Confusion operations. Come here to get information, check lost-and-found, and check in if you're a presenter or panelist.
Dealers Den Setup
Live Animals Show
Featuring REAL EXOTIC LIVE ANIMALS, this event will educate you on the creatures we as a community so love. Prior years have featured fennec foxes, lemurs, servals, and a host of surprise critters.
Registration
Come register and get your badge! We look forward to welcoming you to the con.
Gaming Open
The gaming room is open, and ready for you to come play! Check out our library of tabletop and video games! (Bags will be checked at the door)
Introduction to Clip Studio for Comics and Illustrations
Clip Studio is a powerful art program, but can be tricky to jump into. Join us as we walk you through the process of setting up a comic/illustration, and understanding the nuances of the program to get the most out of it for your art.
RARsuit Roundtable
Dragons! Werewolves! Demons and monsters! A meet-and-greet for active and aspiring builders, performers and fans of costuming and fursuiting outside the "cute" box. Ask questions, get construction tips, share your real-life monster stories and discuss the appeal of this growing segment of the fandom. RAR!
Vacuum Forming a Fursuit Head and Follow Me Eyes
Fursuit headbases can be made of a variety of materials. Aside from carving foam or casting resin or fiberglass, a personal vacuum forming system can be used to make heads cheaply and quickly. This panel will describe how to purchase a vacuum form machine or source instruction manuals on how to build your own. It will also cover the various in's and out's of vacuum forming from the model base to finished product, types of plastics, and process of forming. A portion of the panel will also involve casting basic eye blanks from resin or epoxy and how to turn those blanks into finished follow-me style eyes. Panel presented by Komickrazi Studios.
AAE Board Meeting
The annual meeting of Anthropomorphic Arts and Education, the non-profit agency hosting Further Confusion.
Dance Competition Auditions
Are you ready to REP YOUR TURF? Audition for the dance competition! You might just have what it takes to strut your stuff on stage.
Puppy Play 101 [18+]
Belly rubs, treats and squeaky toys; it’s great to be a human puppy! Come pet some cute pups and learn about this fun community! Hosted by BAY-PAH. For more information please see www.baypah.com. Ruff!
Resources and Tech for Writers
There's a dizzying array of software, hardware and resources, both online and off, for both established and aspiring writers to use. We'll talk about our favorites (and least favorites), from Scrivener to InDesign, writing guilds to libraries, and all points between.
Dealers Den
Dealer's Den is the place to find excellent artists and craftspeople selling their wares! Come take a look around; you never know what you might find!
Art Show
Come see a fantastic display of art from some of the community's best creators! Pieces will be available to bid on, so you might just take some home.
Fursuit Lounge (Marriott)
Need a place to cool off? Come on in and hang up your head! We have water and fans available for you, so you can fursuit safely.
Fursuit Lounge (SJCC)
Need a place to cool off? Come on in and hang up your head! We have water and fans available for you, so you can fursuit safely.
Artemis
The Artemis™ Starship Bridge Simulator Have you ever watched an episode of Star Trek™ and wished that you could have worked on the bridge of the Enterprise™? Wanted to pilot the starship like Sulu, to fire the weapons like Worf, to provide sensor information like Data, or even to command the whole ship like Janeway? The Artemis Starship Bridge Simulator gives you an opportunity to do just that! Groups of players take control of stations on a virtual starship bridge, working together to defend the starbases of the sector from invading aliens! Each station has information no other station has, and can command the ship in ways no other station can, so communication between the players and between the captain is crucial. Notably, the captain has no controls at all, relying on the rest of crew to correctly operate the ship and to display what information is needed on the main screen. The controls of each station are easy to learn, while still providing much opportunity for mastery. The positions available are Helm, Weapons, Science, Communications, and Engineering, as well as the Captain, and there are some ship classes that also allow players to fly independently controllable fighter craft as well!
Artemis Flight School
Interested in the phenomenon of the 'Artemis Starship Bridge Simulator,' but have never played before? This panel will cover all of the workstation controls of the starship, fleet protocols, standing orders, and helpful hints that will give you the skills to succeed on the bridge of the Artemis! The class material will take 20-30 minutes to cover, and a short training flight will be provided afterwards. If you miss these sessions, or if you prefer on-the-job-training to a classroom learning style, just ask one of the uniformed flag officers on duty in the Artemis room who will be more than happy to provide specialized instruction.
History of Anthropomorphic Art
Explore and survey the history of anthropomorphic art from prehistoric through modern times. Join us to learn about the history of anthropomorphic art and how it connects to the fandom.
Fursuit Head Construction Part 1: Carving
This is the 1st of a 3 panel series. In this panel you will learn how to carve a head out of foam. We will be demonstrating the carving process live and answering questions and sharing useful tips for first time crafters and old pros alike!
Lupinball: The Game by Furries for Furries
Wolves playing fire-dodgeball in a Bomberman-style arena? Yes, this is a thing! Lupinball is the hot new arcade party game, playable in local multiplayer or online! Try it out against other attendees!
Exploring the Fandom Through Data
Come join Makyo from [adjective][species] to explore what it means to be a furry using data from seven years of the Furry Survey and several other resources. We'll investigate the demographics and interests of the fandom to see what it is that makes us who we are.
Life in the Universe
Will we ever answer that ultimate question: Is there other life in the Universe? [42 of course!] We'll take a highly scientific but easy to understand look into the world of astrobiology and some real-right-now missions like NASA's Kepler Space Telescope are laying the groundwork for future missions.
Mindfulness and Transformation in Action
Being present and mindful is at the heart of nearly every philosophical tradition. This workshop will introduce the fundamentals of Buddhism and Philosophical Ontology, teach some practices that are useful in diffusing and bringing possibility to everyday situations, and will end with a short mindfulness meditation.
No Bones About It, Pup 201 [18+]
So you have a handle on the basics of puppy play but are barking for more? Pawsome. Come join the Dogs of VAC Pack as we dig deeper into headspace, relationship dynamics, collars, training and other puppy play topics. Your barks will guide the discussion. It doesn’t matter if you identify as Pup, Pet, Fur, Handler, Trainer, or just need to satisfy your curiosity, everyone is welcome. So come with your ears perked and ready to learn. VAC Pack exists for the purpose of bridging the gap, removing stigmas, and finding commonality in the communities we love, be it Pup, Fur, Kink, or Leather through education and leadership. www.vacpack.org
Unleash Your Inner Animal
One of the appeals of the furry fandom is the opportunity to become any animal you would like. In this panel/workshop, we will explore what that means. How did you identify your animal persona? What does being your animal open up for you? This workshop takes attendees on a shamanistic journey in order to experience their subconscious, share stories, and reflect on animistic traditions. We will expand our awareness of ourselves and each other, and come to make better friends with our inner animal.
Bunnies!
In its 11th consecutive year, this is the panel for all things Lagomorpha, the rabbit, hare, and pica. Discussions include legends and mythology, as well as care and bringing these furry little characters into ones home.
Fursuit Parade Staging
Come line up for the Fursuit Parade! We will be taking a group picture BEFORE we start the parade, so try your best to be on time!
Fursuit Parade
Animals on Parade! Our costumed attendees will parade through the convention center. Gather along the route to catch a glimpse! We will take a photo of the gathered suiters before the parade begins. For an up-to-date listing of our fursuit parade route, visit furcon.org/parade.
Full-Time Furry Artist
In this panel, FaroreNightclaw shares all the tools, tricks of the trade, and experience it has as a full-time artist who's worked in the fandom for over 10 years. Covers relevant topics like pricing, attracting and retaining customers, setting schedules, artist's block, handling bad transactions, and more. Expect to take notes!
Webcomics 101
Wanna make a webcomic, but have no idea where to even start? Let Chu guide you through a crash course to all the basics of comic-making and putting your stuff online. This course will cover do's and don'ts, how to get started and how to keep going, traditional and digital art tools, tips, and tricks, and even what a webcomic is and why making one is such a good idea in the first place!
Approaching Your First Fursuit
Formerly "How to Eat an Elephant", this panel focuses on the mental approach to building your first fursuit, and how to avoid common pitfalls that can kill momentum. Discussion of design, basic materials, and stories from our many failures in making furry costumes.
Intro to Poker
Come participate in this hands-on crash course in poker! Topics will include basic gameplay, table etiquette, and introductions to several variations on the game.
BAY-PAH Human Puppy Mosh [18+]
Belly rubs, treats and squeaky toys; it’s great to be a human puppy! Come play with some cute pups or pup out yourself with other human puppies on our 2" padded mats! If you have never been to a mosh picture any regular dog park but with human puppies all playing and having fun! No gear necessary, pup hoods/mitts/harnesses allowed, knee pads and hand protection highly encouraged, strict no nudity policy enforced- see dress code and complete mosh rules and FAQ's at baypah.com. All genders and orientations are welcome to play. 18+ Hosted by BAY-PAH Ruff!
Unleash Your Inner Animal and Boink Its Brains Out [18+]
Supercharge your experience in the fursuit parade by unleashing your inner animal beforehand and then boinking its brains out after. The second half of our two-part workshop shows you how to give yourself animalistic astral orgasms that transcend the physical world and make your FurCon a FurCon to remember!
What's Your Problem?
Your surefire story was rejected? The panelists talk about common errors (and maybe a few not-so-common ones) that get manuscripts turned away by editors.
Photoshoot
Strike a pose! Our expert photographers will make you look great. Stop by to get some professional photos taken, of you or your whole group! If you are organizing a large group reserve a time on furcon.org/meetups.
Smash Bros Tourney
Show us your moves! Sign up early, and smash your opponents in our annual tournament!
Mascha and the Conspirators
Let Mascha and her Conspirators transport you to amazing places with their mix of jazz, standards, and the occasional surprise. Feel free to dance in the aisles -- our audiences often do!
Dance Competition Rehearsal
Dealers Den Closing
Closing time! One last call to… get out.
2017 FC Poker Tournament
Come play in the annual Further Confusion poker tournament! No-limit Texas Hold'Em is the game. Come show off your poker prowess; players of all skill levels welcome. Prizes will be memberships for next year's con!
Art Show Rolling Close
Dance Competition
The best of the best on the dancing scene will wow you with their skill as they compete for stunning prizes and glory on our stage!
Hydration Station
Come take a break from your partying, and get hydrated! We'll have water available for you in the middle of the party floor for you to quench your thirst!
Furoticon - How-to-play and Tournament! [18+]
Come learn how to play Furoticon, one of the hottest games in the fandom! We will have Demo Decks available for anyone who wants to play Furoticon. Feeling competitive? Participate in a tournament! Stop by the Tail Kiss Studio dealer table to learn more and get your cards!
Photoshoot
Strike a pose! Our expert photographers will make you look great. Stop by to get some professional photos taken, of you or your whole group! If you are organizing a large group reserve a time on furcon.org/meetups.
Karaoke
Come show us your singing skills and have fun with friends! Everyone is welcome, and everyone is a star.
Drawing Animals: Stylizing Anatomy Using Shapes
Animals come in all shapes and sizes, but how can you visually break down those shapes and stylize your animal drawings in ways that bring out the personality of your character? This panel will help you use reference to locate the shapes within animal forms to draw and then exaggerate them to show personality. Be sure to tweet @KikiDoodleTweet your favorite animals and see if they are selected to be drawn!
Fursuit Maker Mingle
Calling all fursuit makers! We have a pretty unique job, let's all get to know each other. Come join us for a casual get-together where we can hang out and share our experiences as makers. See you there!
Cosplay and Burlesque [18+]
Ever wondered what your superheroine/hero or anime star does when the sun goes down? Have you ever wanted to cosplay your sexy side? Cosplay and Burlesque is all about that! Lady Shadow shares performance tips, tricks and moves and can help cosplayers brush up on their current performance routine. This is a classroom event that will involve movement and participation. For female and male audiences, 18 and older.
Jackbox Party Night
Got a wicked sense of humor and a smartphone or tablet? Come join us for some wacky Jackbox fun! We'll be playing Quiplash, Guesspionage, and possibly a third game if there's time. Audience members will play along with our panelists and perhaps even some famous fuzzy friends! Warning: some content may be risque!
Speed Dating [18+]
OwO What's this? Speed Dating! There will be snacks and games. Make some new friends! Shy furries are encouraged to attend.
Adult Furry Writing [18+]
Adult stories are a mainstay in the furry fiction world. Listen to some experienced authors talk about how (and why) to create effective adult stories.
Dance feat. Ikkuma
Ikkuma will be playing progressive EDM.
Dance feat. Recca and Computation
Recca and Computation will be playing electrohouse, futurebass, trap and dubstep.
Sunday, January 15, 2017
63 eventsDance feat. Tekfox
Tekfox will be playing trap.
Dance feat. Midekai
Con Ops
The center & home-base of Further Confusion operations. Come here to get information, check lost-and-found, and check in if you're a presenter or panelist.
Dealers Den Setup
Registration
Come register and get your badge! We look forward to welcoming you to the con.
Gaming Open
The gaming room is open, and ready for you to come play! Check out our library of tabletop and video games! (Bags will be checked at the door)
Fursuit Lounge (SJCC)
Need a place to cool off? Come on in and hang up your head! We have water and fans available for you, so you can fursuit safely.
Efficiency in Photoshop Painting
Utilizing our years of game dev art experience and insight we can pass on our knowledge to improve your painting workflow through the use of tried and true industry techniques. This will increase your productivity, speed, and workflow. We will cover painting techniques as well as shortcuts and tools to make your art life easier!
Fursuit Head Construction Part 2: Furring
This is the 2nd part of a 3 part panel series. In this panel, you will learn how to address fur to your costume head. We will demonstrate live how to pattern, sew, secure and shave furs. We will be answering questions throughout the demonstration.
Silk & Steel: Tai Chi
Experience the peace of mind, balance, and strength that comes through the practice of tai chi. Though soft on the outside it possesses a powerful core. No experience necessary, come and learn the basics with us. Fursuits welcome!
Circus James' Circus School
Come and learn basic circus skills like juggling, balancing, and plate-spinning! Also a show and stories about life in the circus.
Holistic Veterinary Medicine
An overview presentation on Holistic Veterinary Medicine for pets including Eastern and Western medicine, laser therapy, Acupuncture and Chiropractic techniques. Open to all pet owners and lovers!
Dinosaur Meet and Greet
Lets party like its 65 million years ago! Its time to don those horns, scales, feathers and claws and come meet your fellow dinosaurs of the fandom. There will be games, prizes, news, and an open discussion about why we love those "terrible lizards."
Dragons
Here we will discuss our favorite creatures, dragons, within the fandom and in other cultures including: European, Oriental, and other-worldly. Discussion can include (but is not limited to) art. literature, and mythology. Open to anyone regardless of age.
Brainstorming in Real Time
Don't just stop at your first idea—it's probably not your best idea! We'll talk about generating ideas and show you the value of brainstorming in real time, mining for idea gold. Leave this panel with free story ideas!
Super-sponsor Luncheon
Our Sunday lunch buffet is an exclusive perk for super-sponsors of the convention. Let us thank you for your generosity.
Dealers Den
Dealer's Den is the place to find excellent artists and craftspeople selling their wares! Come take a look around; you never know what you might find!
Art Show Pickup
Come pick up the art you bought in the art show!
Fursuit Lounge (Marriott)
Need a place to cool off? Come on in and hang up your head! We have water and fans available for you, so you can fursuit safely.
Artemis
The Artemis™ Starship Bridge Simulator Have you ever watched an episode of Star Trek™ and wished that you could have worked on the bridge of the Enterprise™? Wanted to pilot the starship like Sulu, to fire the weapons like Worf, to provide sensor information like Data, or even to command the whole ship like Janeway? The Artemis Starship Bridge Simulator gives you an opportunity to do just that! Groups of players take control of stations on a virtual starship bridge, working together to defend the starbases of the sector from invading aliens! Each station has information no other station has, and can command the ship in ways no other station can, so communication between the players and between the captain is crucial. Notably, the captain has no controls at all, relying on the rest of crew to correctly operate the ship and to display what information is needed on the main screen. The controls of each station are easy to learn, while still providing much opportunity for mastery. The positions available are Helm, Weapons, Science, Communications, and Engineering, as well as the Captain, and there are some ship classes that also allow players to fly independently controllable fighter craft as well!
Shaolin Kung Fu: Wu Bu Quan
Get a taste of the ancient Chinese tradition and learn the set oft seen in the training montages of movies! Wu Bu Quan (Five Step Fist) teaches the foundational stances and flow of Shaolin kung fu. No experience necessary and be prepared to exercise. Fursuits with good range of movement, stable feet and good visibility welcome!
Artemis Flight School
Interested in the phenomenon of the 'Artemis Starship Bridge Simulator,' but have never played before? This panel will cover all of the workstation controls of the starship, fleet protocols, standing orders, and helpful hints that will give you the skills to succeed on the bridge of the Artemis! The class material will take 20-30 minutes to cover, and a short training flight will be provided afterwards. If you miss these sessions, or if you prefer on-the-job-training to a classroom learning style, just ask one of the uniformed flag officers on duty in the Artemis room who will be more than happy to provide specialized instruction.
Alternatives to Fursuiting
Costuming goes far beyond the fur and foam critters you see running around. Spandex, vinyl, rubber, body paint, silicon, kigurumi and perler beads are just a few other ways people use to become their favorite animal. Bring your unique costume and cosplay creations and share in this roundtable discussion.
Ving Tsun: Basics
During this session, we'll practice Siu Nim Tao and Chum Kiu hand-art forms. Combined, these forms make up about 90% of the basic hand, body movement, and posture vocabulary that you'll find in Ving Tsun. If you've ever seen Tai Chi practitioners performing in public or on TV, it's kind of like that, only more stationary.
Furrywood: Voice Acting
There's no better way to learn about voice acting than by stepping up to the microphone yourself! In this audience participation panel, we'll record scenes from a prepared stack of scripts, with volunteers providing the talent. Recordings will be edited and posted on http://furrywood.com
Have SpaceSuit - Will Travel
So you want to explore the galaxy zipping around everywhere like some kind of rocket-age jetsetter. You're going to need a lot of help and technology, and this panel will be getting you up to speed on just exactly what you'll want and need for your perilous voyage to the planets and stars ahead.
Philosophy and Furry
Curious about the ways in which we find meaning? How do furries actualize themselves in the world? Come learn about philosophy within furry from Corgi and Makyo.
Paleo Furs
Welcome to the Paleo panel! Here we talk about anything prehistoric in both the furry fandom as well as the world! Come nerd and get questions answered by a real paleontologist, me!
The Latrans Dis-Union (Coyote Meet)
Calling all yotes! This is your chance to shine, or at least to gather. We'll share some of the lore about our wonderful, mischevious guiding spirit.
FC: Unleashed! Rehearsal
Adult Art Auction [18+]
Did your favorite adult piece get enough bids to go to voice auction? Come here to make sure you're the one who takes it home!
Photoshoot
Strike a pose! Our expert photographers will make you look great. Stop by to get some professional photos taken, of you or your whole group! If you are organizing a large group reserve a time on furcon.org/meetups.
Fursuiting: The Do's and Don'ts
A fursuiting panel featuring two local suiters, Lupita and Blitz who will talk about what to do and what not to do with your fursuit. From cleaning to wearing. We will discuss topics such as when to take your suit off, appropriate suiting environments, and more. Questions are always welcome.
Shooting Fursuits Like a Boss
Let's go start to finish on how to do a fursuit photoshoot. We'll take the shot, process with Lightroom, edit in Photoshop, then put it online.
Animalympics: Full Movie Showing
"Faster, farther, furrier!" This is the motto of the competing continents for the Animalympics! The 1980 film by legendary Lisberger Studios went unbroadcast due to the boycott of the 1980 Olympic games, and now is your chance to see the complete movie of action, comedy and heart!
Art Auction
Did you get into a bidding war over your favorite work of art? Come here to finish the battle, and win that piece!
Ving Tsun: Chi Sau
This session will cover something that looks like a game of patty-cake to everyone not familiar with the art. Sounds easy, right? I'll let the student experience a whirl-wind tour of the stages needed to get to chi sau, including dan chi sau, luk sau, jip sau, jao sau, tsui ma, and finally chi sau itself. Prior experience NOT required. Attendance to Ving Tsun: Basics panel is recommended, but NOT required.
Pokemon RNG Demonstration
A demonstration of the lesser known technique for finding and catching flawless as well as flawless shiny Pokemon. I will show you how to use your computer to search for possible Pokemon, and then how to make them appear in game. We will be working in Pokemon Black 2, and Pokemon White.
The Love - Sex - Fur Guide to Safer Sex [18+]
Interested in what all goes into having a happy, healthy, sex-positive relationship with your partners? Curious on how to stay safe while playing? Come join us in an open panel discussing safe and healthy sexuality.
Write Now!
Having trouble starting that short story? We'll present a simple structure for thinking about your story--then you'll take half an hour to actually start writing it!
Charity Auction
We're proud to be bringing back our Charity Auction for 2017! All attendees are invited to bid on some unique and fun items, with all proceeds directed towards our 2017 charity: Nine Lives Foundation. Let the bidding wars start! *NOTE: any last-minute contributions should be delivered to the Art Show before the close of sales on Saturday! Sign up here if you have an item to donate to the auction! http://www.furtherconfusion.org/charity/
Fursuit Head Construction Part 3: Finishing Detail
This is the final panel in our 3 part series. In this panel, we will go over finishing details such as nose, eyes, teeth, finishing work, and airbrushing as well as airbrushing alternatives. We will be demonstrating live the finishing techniques we have been constructing since the first part of the panel. By the end of this panel, we will have crafted a head start to finish!
Making of a Duct Tape Dummy
This panel will show beginning to cut-off of a DTD aka a Duct Tape Dummy. We will discuss how to start the DTD, which can be difficult, how to apply the tape correctly, how to mark it up, and cut it off the person without hurting them. We will discuss typical problems you may come across and how to fix them.
Breakdancing 101: Learn to Break!
Sup Bboys/Bgirls?! Name's Bboy Flitch! Ever want to try breakdancing or learn some dope moves to use in comps? Well this panel is for you! Me and my crew will go over the basic fundamentals of breaking to help you on your way to some dope skills!
Whose Fursuit is it Anyway? [18+]
For those Furries who Love Whose Line Is it Anyway, this is your chance to Join in on the fun! We will be doing the Scenes from a Hat style with 4 participants improv acting various scenarios at a time. Participants are randomly selected.
Pluto: A New Horizon
No one could have predicted the incredible surprise that was Pluto thanks to NASA's New Horizon mission. Now that all the data has been downlinked from the spacecraft, we'll go over the history of Pluto, why we explored it, how we did so and why it was such a mind-blowing science-changing event.
YOUTUBALOO VIII: Undertubaloo Was a Mistake
One year since a room of confused undertale fans and one lulz poster waited for over an hour in the hilton during a benny hill tier equipment calamity, the cru returns with the top videos and short clips of the year, featuring a special intro video, with SPECIAL GUESTS!!
Furry Writers' Guild
Come learn about the Furry Writers' Guild, meet other writers, and discuss the present and future of furry writing!
FC: Unleashed! Rehearsal
Dealers Den Closing
Closing time! One last call to… get out.
FC: Unleashed!
Further Confusion's variety show. Come watch a colorful cast of characters as they show off their special talents just for you. From comedy, to music, to poetry, this show has it all! As the last main stage event of the weekend there will be brief closing ceremonies at the end of the show.
Dealers Den Teardown
Time for dealers to pack up their tables and mosey on out! Pick up your items, as there will be no public access to the room on Monday.
Hydration Station
Come take a break from your partying, and get hydrated! We'll have water available for you in the middle of the party floor for you to quench your thirst!
Foxes and Peppers AD Show [18+]
You dirty animals got a sample of everyone's favorite hot mess last year, and due to popular demand, Fox and Pepper are back for another AD show. This 18+ event will feature an hour of cursing, bad covers of songs we don't like, drinking, and maybe some butt stuff. End your FC right with this late-night stupidity. A cash bar will be available for those who would like to join the fun.
Karaoke
Come show us your singing skills and have fun with friends! Everyone is welcome, and everyone is a star.
Creating Mature Art as Therapy [18+]
The last four years have been the most difficult of Stigmata's life. If it wasn't for his personal work and the connections he made through the furry fandom, he doesn't think he'd have survived. In this illustrated talk, Stigmata explains what life has thrown at him and what he did about it to keep his head above water, including what any creative person should do when faced with real suffering. This talk will also showcase unpublished mature work. Q&A to follow.
Yuuki's Hypnosis Discussion [18+]
Back again by popular demand with new content! This panel will discuss the finer points of hypnosis and the furry fandom, what it means to be hypnotized and what the limits and goals of hypnotism are according to what you wish to experience. Goes over any and all questions regarding hypnotism, including kinks!
(Your Panel Here) [18+]
Come take part in an amazing interactive extravaganza! Ever wanted to run a panel but not sure what to talk about? Was unsatisfied with the choices? In this panel, YOU decide the topic and we run with it.
Inflatable Q&A
Show and tell for anyone who has ever wondered what these huge inflatable animals are all about. Custom inflatables have a reputation in the fandom with some representing fursonas. This meet-up is for anyone interested in experiencing awesome, huge, huggable, and expensive inflatable toys in real life. People can come in and can take pictures with them. One must ask permission from the owner if he/she desires to get on one. Any questions asked can be answered by the owner of the toy. All around, this is a fun gathering.
Unsheathed Live! [18+]
Everyone's favorite highly irregular furry writing podcast returns for a Further Confusion tradition! Join Kyell Gold, K.M. Hirosaki, Not Tube, and special guest Lady Gaga. Or a manatee.
Dance feat. DJ Ear
DJ Ear will be playing HARD EDM.
Pub Trivia
Come laugh, buy some drinks at the bar and test your knowledge! Come with a team or be matched with a team when you arrive.
Dance feat. BarkSquad
BarkSquad will be playing house, moombah and dub.
Monday, January 16, 2017
13 eventsDance feat. Kihu
Kihu will be playing dance, hard dance and house.
Dance feat. Vinny
Vinny will be playing glitch hop, electronica, hip hop.
Con Ops
The center & home-base of Further Confusion operations. Come here to get information, check lost-and-found, and check in if you're a presenter or panelist.
Art Show Pickup
Come pick up the art you bought in the art show!
Gaming Open
The gaming room is open, and ready for you to come play! Check out our library of tabletop and video games! (Bags will be checked at the door)
Live Comic Drawing Demonstration
Witness the step-by-step process of making a comic from scratch for the award-winning webcomic, Slightly Damned! Chu will demonstrate how she pencils, inks, letters, and colors an example panel of the comic in Adobe Photoshop.
Bat Chat - Meet and Skreep
Come hear a bit more about bats inside and outside the fandom, and get a chance to discuss your inner bat. Handwings, backwings, no wings. Suit, no suit -- in the end we all just want to flap and skree, don't we? It'll be Chiropteriffic!!
Gaming Pickup & Inventory
If you lent the gaming room anything, thanks! This is your last chance to pick it up!
Hiss and Purr
Had a great time? Wish some things could have been different? Come let us know what you think; we're here to listen and are ready for your suggestions.
Closing Announcements
Join us as we say our last good-byes then dance until the very end.
Dance feat. EarVelvet
EarVelvet will be playing House, Club, Electro and DnB.
Dance feat. Oddy
Oddy will be playing whatever he darn well pleases.
Dance feat. Apollo
Apollo will be playing Trap, Hardstyle and Dubstep.