After a few years writing novels about worlds with Anthropomorphic characters, sketching, etc. I was accused of being a furry. Naturally that meant dismissing a long ago seen CSI episode and looking them up. Uhmm. Hi! I had no idea such a world existed both in terms of fun, creativity, camaraderie, etc! The last 2 weeks have been spent doing homework on creating a fur suit to match 2-3 of my main book characters. Why make just 1 when the 3rd should be even more improved? If I can make custom camping hammocks and research the best what worked/what didn't and start with the easiest (a pure white leopard-like feline called a Ghost Ranger) then hopefully I can have a really nice fursuit by the time Anthrocon comes around. Yep, totally new to the scene, already debating reservations for Anthrocon!
I'm not sure if there are other like minded furries near Knoxville, TN but toss up a paw and say hi!