The Fursuit Commissioning Experience
This short survey is conducted as part of research for my Master's Thesis. All responses are anonymous. Thank you for sharing your experience about the topic!
How many fursuits have you commissioned?
None
1
2
3
4 or more
What is the maximum amount you would be willing to spend on a custom fursuit commission?
Under $1,000
$1,000 - $2,500
$2,500 - $5,000
$5,000 - $7,500
$7,500 - $12,500
Above $12,500
What waiting time would you consider acceptable for your ideal maker?
Less than 3 months
3-6 months
6-12 months
1-2 years
2 years+
How important are the following factors when choosing a fursuit maker? (1: Not important; 5: Very important)
Rows
1
2
3
4
5
Artistic style
Price
Waiting time
Communication quality
Previous customer reviews
Reputation of the maker
Facility to obtain a commission slot
An interesting and active "fursuit family"
Which fursuit makers appear exclusive to you?
Person A: Has plenty of customers, their waiting list is currently 3 years.
Person B: Auction-only selection with high prices. Each commission slot sells for over $15,000.
Person C: Selective application process. They receive 100 submissions and can only take 10 commissions.
Person D: Strong community reputation, getting a fursuit from them will grant you a lot of social media presence.
Person E: Invite-only commissions, you have a know them personally to commission them.
It is important to me to own a fursuit for participating in the furry community.
Disagree
1
2
3
4
Agree
5
1 is Disagree, 5 is Agree
It is important that my fursuit feels unique.
Disagree
1
2
3
4
Agree
5
1 is Disagree, 5 is Agree
I value makers who are difficult to book because demand is high.
Disagree
1
2
3
4
Agree
5
1 is Disagree, 5 is Agree
I would be willing to wait longer for a maker I consider top-tier.
Disagree
1
2
3
4
Agree
5
1 is Disagree, 5 is Agree
Recommendations from other furries influence my purchasing decisions.
Disagree
1
2
3
4
Agree
5
1 is Disagree, 5 is Agree
I prefer commissioning an artist whose values and morals align with my own.
Disagree
1
2
3
4
Agree
5
1 is Disagree, 5 is Agree
How important are the following during the commission process? (1: Not important; 5: Very important)
Rows
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2
3
4
5
Frequent updates
Transparency
Professional Communication
Interactions on a more personal level with the artist
Work-In-Progress photos
Fast replies
Feeling involved in the project
What would make you be willing to pay 20% more for a fursuit commission?
Higher build quality
Better communication
Faster completion
Stronger reputation
More involvment in the creation process
Safe & fast shipping
Other
If you selected "Other", could you describe what would justify a higher price for you?
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