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Yap with the best of them on Messages
We recently launched Messages, and now it's your turn to join in on the fun. The absolute best part of an online community is gabbing with friends old and new across the world.
In the middle of the night, those geographically close can't always crash out with you about the finale of a show that just dropped. Or maybe you're bored during the day and need a pick-me-up from that one group chat that's guaranteed to bring a smile to your face with a thoughtful conversation or well-timed joke.
Don't wait for the party. Start it! Create a new chat or channel with a handful of deviants and start yapping.
Looking for ideas on who to invite?
Deviants who submit to your favorite Group
Your ride-or-die squad
Your favorite creators
Your biggest fans
A group of people you'd like to mentor
Enjoyers of a common fandom
Remember: Messages has a Requests tab, so you won't be inserted into a Group Chat or channel without your acceptance.
Need topics to get the ball rolling?
Create a chat for your favourite fandom. Who's your OTP?
Start a "Question of the Day" Group Chat and see how unhinged some of the answers can be.
Host photography tips or an art critique chat to share advice and learn with those who share your interest.
Dive into a roleplay (RP) chat.
Start a collaborative creative writing chain.
Kick off a “Draw This in Your Style” discussion or a monthly art challenge.
Who knows? Your chat just might become the next legendary hangout.
Once you've started a chat and are looking for new members, drop the description or topic in the comments below and invite those who reply!
Then scroll through the comments looking for other topics that strike your fancy!
One feed for posts and art
We’ve heard your feedback that posts (journals and status updates) can sometimes be easy to miss. Whether you’re trying to keep up with your favorite artists or make sure your own updates reach your watchers, it’s important that posts receive the same visibility as artwork.
You can now find posts more easily in:
Deviants You Watch: Posts and deviations are now merged into a single feed, so you can view everything in one place with fewer clicks.
Subscriptions: Your Profile’s Subscriptions tab is now merged similarly, helping subscribers catch every update you share.
This change is rolling out gradually. If you don’t see it yet, keep checking back!
Save the Date: Q+A with triruntu!
Let your interest in drawing birds take flight! @triruntu is a digital artist specializing in painting birds, well-known for her project posting a beautifully detailed bird each week. She's prepared a fine feathered friend for you to draw by following this easy tutorial.
Leave a comment on this journal for @triruntu to answer during the Q+A session starting at 12/15/2025 at 9AM PST! [ Time converted]
Now is your perfect opportunity to ask questions about her tutorial, her beloved weekly bird series, her unique creative process, or any other bird-related inquiries you might have!
Draw a Bird
If you haven't yet tried @triruntu 's terrific tutorial on how to paint a bird, there's still plenty of time to spread your wings! Let your creativity soar and submit your drawing to earn a special Feathered Friend badge for your profile!
Take Part!
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