Past Featured Members
May 31, 2005 - Dark Sephiroth
Dark Sephiroth was our 100th member!
So what’s Sephy’s real name?
Josie, but i prefer to be called Sephy when online =P
How did you first find the otaku?
Through my brother (ryudostarwind), he had a site before me and i use to watch him go about it all etc etc. I got interested, and next you know, Sephy has a site of her own XD
How did you first hear of THAT?
Through my babe Shanny of course ^.^
We hear you write poetry, what do you use for inspiration in your writing?
Mines more of an angsty type thing, so i used the bottled up pain, and just the world disasters as inspiration. And by world disasters i don't mean stuff like 9/11 (no offense intended there) but i mean things like child beating, rape etc. Usually i have to be in the mood or the poem won't turn out the way i want it too.
Have you ever had, or ever thought about getting something published?
I think everyone that writes has thought about it. But then i think of the people who will read it, and i decide against it. I don't think my friends could handle the amount of depression that goes into the poems. Luckily my family understands so whenever i complete a new piece i can show them.
If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would it be?
I would be in my baby's arms, Mai (also known as AnimeblueGirl). I do miss her terribly, we worked out a few days ago that we've been going out for at least 5 months. We're so sappy when we get together X3
Closing comments?
Erm, I’m hungry, off to find food XD Ohh and one quick thing *tackle glomps Shanny and licks her cheek*
May 18, 2005 - Snow Fox
Snow fox was THAT's avatar winner on April 30th.
So, what’s snow fox’s real name?
Well, that's probably not something that anyone will learn of over the internet. I have a secret identity I must protect, you know.
How did you first hear of THAT?
I probably first heard of THAT through red tigress. It was a small group of friends then... and I just asked to join ^_^'
Was there anything that first made you interested in art?
Well, I've been drawing since I can't remember. I imagine that Disney movies first caught my attention in terms of animated art, and I remember constantly drawing Disney characters. In my mind, however, I separate my art from my fanart. I started drawing anime-like art after, well, Pokemon and Dragonball Z caught my attention. It was those shows, really, that turned me toward anime, manga, and drawing fanart ^_^'.
What are your tools or programs of choice for your art?
My favorite type of pen to use for my fanart pieces is the sakura micron brand ^_^'. For color... I'd use prismacolor pencils or any watercolors. I actually prefer watercolors to colored pencils. I don't usually use a graphics program to color pieces, but I really wish I knew how ^_^' For banners and buttons, I usually use a Paintshop Pro program. The avatar I made for the contest, however, was handrawn and touched-up in a graphics program.
What is your favorite anime? And why?
Just one? I'd have to go with Miyazaki's Spirited Away. It's so full of life... so sweet and beautifully done. And I could watch it whenever. Close runners-up are Cowboy Bebop for its funky-cool style, Evangelion for its deep psychological conflicts, and Azumanga Daioh for its randomness and cuteness ^_^.
What does snow fox like to do in her spare time?
Well, quite obviously, I spend a lot of time drawing fanart... and working on my various other art projects. I always have multiple art projects going on at once. Um, I also spend a lot of time watching anime and reading manga... but that's to be expected from an otaku, right? Other than that... I'd spend my time watching old Law & Order reruns and Joan of Arcadia.
Anything to say to your fans?
Ah, well, I'd just like to say thanks for all the support ^_^'. Theotaku has a great community... and I'd like to thank everyone who takes the time to look at my fanart or visit my site. I'd especially like to thank those who comment on my fanart... the comments remind me of why I'm doing this in the first place. Feedback is always appreciated ^_^.
Anything to say about being the contest winner?
Ah, well, I'm glad people seemed to like the design I made for the avatar. All the entries were fabulous, it was a wonderful contest.
Closing comments?
It's great to see the progress of an organization like THAT... it just hit the 200 member mark!
Thanks for all the support for my fanart... I really appreciate it ^_^.
May 31, 2005 - Cool Chick
Cool chick had the honor of being our 200th member!
So, what’s cool chick’s real name?
Chassidy
How did you first hear of THAT?
From a banner on someone’s site
What is your favorite anime? And why?
Sailor Moon- she’s so active and just so cool!!
What does cool chick like to do in her spare time?
Write songs and play my guitar
We hear you are in a band, what inspired you to start one?
What inspired me to start a band is that I listened to the band called Simple Plan and me and my friend thought we could forget about our problems by starting a band like them.
What kind of music does your band play?
Our band plays mostly punk and rock music.
Why?
We write our own songs in a punk sounding because most of our songs deal with being ignored because of being a punk.
If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would it be?
I would go to Hawaii. Hawaii is just a calm and peaceful sunny place where you can just lay down and relax.
Closing comments?
Okay, so I'm not gothic just to let you know I just like "some" punk music. So PLEASE don't get the impression I'm goth. I'm real nice and friendly and hope some of ya’ll can drop by my site or PM me! L8RZ!
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