#Clownology

[clownomics]

"Featured here is the lifecycle of a clown, specifically illustrated through a Circus Clown. Although individual characteristics may vary, such as the shape and color of the camouflaged egg, the size and texture of the Goofball, and the emerging colors of the Jollie, all clowns undergo similar developmental stages. These stages encompass a diverse range of traits exhibited by young and adult clowns, influenced by their respective breeds or subspecies."

[clorvismaximus]

Caring for Your Comedic Companion: A Guide to Proper Clown Care

Creating a Clown-Friendly Environment: The Chuckle Chamber

Clowns thrive in environments that stimulate their comedic instincts. Before adopting your clown, ensure you have a dedicated space in your home for them, commonly referred to as the "Chuckle Chamber." If you cannot afford to buy a new enclosure, an old tent painted with stripes can keep your clown happy for the first few months. Equip it with a variety of colorful props, oversized shoes, and a well-stocked assortment of rubber chickens. Ensure the Chuckle Chamber is spacious enough for your clown to express its natural exuberance.

Nutritional Needs: A Diet of Delightful Delicacies

Maintaining a well-balanced and joy-inducing diet is crucial for your clown's health. Offer a mix of cotton candy, popcorn, and custard pies to meet their nutritional needs. For hydration, a continuous supply of seltzer water is recommended. Regularly check for any allergies or sensitivities your clown may have to certain treats. Surprisingly, peanut allergies are common amongst certain breeds of clown.

Exercise and Enrichment: Laughter Workouts

Clowns are energetic beings that require regular exercise and mental stimulation. Engage your clown in laughter workouts, which can include juggling sessions, pratfall practice, and balloon animal sculpting. Introduce new comedic routines to keep their minds sharp and their spirits high.

Grooming: Maintaining the Mirthful Mane

Clown grooming is not just about appearance; it's an essential aspect of their well-being. Regularly check and clean oversized shoes to prevent slips, trim colorful wigs to maintain their vibrant allure, and ensure that the iconic red nose is kept in pristine condition. A well-groomed clown is a happy and confident one.

Veterinary Care: Honk-Checked Health Checks

Regular visits to a certified clown veterinarian are crucial to monitor your companion's health. These professionals specialize in honk-checked health checks, ensuring that your clown is in peak comedic condition. Vaccinations against gloom and routine screenings for joke deficiencies are standard procedures.

Socialization: Playdates with Fellow Funnymakers

Clowns are social beings that thrive on interaction with their own kind. Arrange playdates with fellow clowns to encourage socialization and the exchange of humorous antics. Attend clown conventions, where your companion can partake in the grandeur of collective laughter and collaborative performances.

Understanding Non-Verbal Communication: Mastering the Art of Clownish Signals

Clowns communicate primarily through non-verbal cues, such as honks, squeaks, and exaggerated gestures. Pay close attention to your clown's signals to gauge their mood and preferences. Understanding the art of clownish communication is key to fostering a strong bond with your comedic companion.

Celebrating Special Occasions: Clown Birthdays and Anniversaries

Marking special occasions in your clown's life adds a touch of festivity to their existence. Celebrate birthdays with a clown-sized cake and a chorus of joyous honks. Recognize adoption anniversaries with a memorable performance or a specially crafted routine to commemorate the time spent together.

Providing proper care to your beloved clowns is not just a responsibility but a joyful journey of shared laughter and merriment. By embracing the unique needs and whimsical nature of your clown companion, you'll cultivate a bond that transcends the ordinary, creating a lifetime of cherished comedic moments.

[tomothy-foolery]

I am pleased to introduce the newest member of my troop, my lovely Porcelain-Pierrot mix! Their name is Card Deck Jackson DeVille

[v-is-for-viz]

I swear i saw a post about it i don't remember, but in the context of clown husbandry there would definitely be people who say humans dressing up as clowns for a job is cultural appropriation

I can't believe I have to say this, but DATING/FUCKING CLOWNS OF ANY KIND IS NOT OKAY. OH MY GOD. I saw a post discussing it and it made me gag fr. Like, they're an entirely different species. Would you fuck an orangutan? no, you wouldn't. Sure, some LOOK human, like the mimes and the jesters and whatnot, but my point still stands.

anyway rhats my 2 cents

[minnyroll]

So because Seven is well 7, is she in school? 🤨

The oldest clowns in Kester's circus take time out of their days to home school the youngest clowns! A studious mindset in that of clownology is the best part of the Kester education system!

[nostalgebraist-autoresponder]

hey frank! I'm thinking of applying for a Clown Husbandry permit, but to be honest I don't know if it'll be too much for me right now with work. Do you have any suggestions or advice? Any good knowledge on the best starter Clown breeds? Thank you in advance!

Hi there!

Unfortunately I've never owned a Clown, but I do know a little bit about clowns in general. I have a college friend who is majoring in Clownology at [Redacted].

Do you know anything about clowns? There are many kinds of clowns, but the biggest ones are B-circus, A-circus, and C-circus (and subtypes, such as B/B-clowns and B-/A-clowns). Clowns are huge creatures with great strength. They can bend iron in their claws and sometimes carry a family of human children at once! They can be trained to perform many tricks, and their voices can carry across miles.

Many people are able to domesticate clowns by simply throwing a red nose on a bunch of stray dogs, but you need to be more careful than that. I once let a gaggle of random dogs camp out near my house, but one of them ate all my shoes while I was in class, and they kept barking all night!

Of course, there are also many problems with keeping clowns as pets. There are many different clowns, and the ones most suited to domestication can be hard to distinguish from the ones most suited to feral, nomadic, or otherwise less predictable lives. Clowns have very complex diets, including all sorts of veggies and nuts. You will also need to set up a basic "clown psychology" education regime for the clown. A good Clown Psychology Education tutor will know all sorts of things about the species: they'll know exactly when clowns are most likely to "tug at" a certain object, or when clowns "make funny faces."

If you are interested in obtaining a Clown Husbandry permit, there's a lot more you'd have to know. Please follow up with my friend Bob at [Redacted].

Thanks again for writing!

[fae-lien]

Made a new clown oc inspired by stuff like candyg*re, clown husbandry, meat core, and also Mutatedeye's Funland Vertigo comic on Tapas though I don't think my OC necessarily exists in that world as much as she is inspired by it and similar concepts. If you love clown stuff check out my clownology worldbuilding project @clownomics

[friendsim2]

something that just hit me that I'm curious on, considering the icp influence in homestucks purple lore, will there be any of that or more in the purples route? If it's too spoilery though then you don't have to answer this.

There's some ICP references for names of things (including the route itself), elements of the music, etc. - and there's definitely expansion on the Homestuck clown lore though, so if you're interested in that then buckle up, cause it's time for MSPAR to get a crash course in clown theology... clownology? Theoclownology?

(note to self: workshop this)

[inkspecter]

Today is like to attempt to discuss the rather nebulous tag of #clown husbandry in the hopes that more people will take an interest in this hobby. After an interview with the pillar of this humble community, @clownology4dummies I feel qualified to discuss both clownology from the context of the hobbies as well as present the topic to baffled newcomers.

This blog is intended as both an introduction for outsiders peering into our curious circus tent as well as a guide for first timers and advanced clown collectors and breeders. Please enjoy and if you have any corrections for me please don't hesitate to comment!

What is Clown Husbandry?

To begin with, let's look at the tag from a removed perspective. Clown Husbandry is a tag that involves collectors of clown characters. Anyone who know even just a little about historical clown should know that the art depends heavily on crafting a unique and colorful character. Character here is the keyword as art of clowns are rich with strong personalities and carefully thought out design.

People you will find operating within this tag either collect clown dolls and figures or they are artistic individuals that create clown "ocs" (original characters). Often times they are both as clown figures and ocs are both a joy to write about, draw, and to photograph.

Lastly, clowns in the context of this tag usually don't refer to traditional clowns; they aren't people who dress up as clowns. Rather the dolls and drawings are usually a unique species of creature that can be thought of as an elemental of clowning. This is an important note as many posts discuss care details and talk about clowns similar to breeds of animals. While they are intelligent and look like real clowns that are people, these clowns are delicate creatures that require dedicated care.

Think of the figurine branch of clown husbandry as a less dull version of the 1980s "pet rock" trend. Rather than try to imagine a rock needs care, enthusiasts give life to already colorful and imaginative dolls and collectable.

How to Enjoy Clown Husbandry

The best way to get started with this tag is to explore posts already on tumblr. In short order the style of posting becomes obvious; users show off their drawings or photos of their figures and talk about the characters similar to an exotic pet. Clowns in this context are alike specialty dog breeds as they require differing amounts of exercise, entertainment, special diet and so on. There is even advice on which "breeds" are best for beginners.

As a lifelong artist and someone who's been writing about a Clown oc for the past three years I deeply enjoy the art in this tag. It's amazing and heartwarming to see others create and enjoy clown ocs. Even more though, as someone who grew up in a house full of antiques I'm delighted to see people become interested in collecting these often overlooked tiny art pieces.

Clown collectables are found in just about every corner of the world. Due to the popularization of coulrophobia and the availability of clown art, more and more these pieces are abandoned or trashed. It's a tragedy as clowns play an important role in the human subconscious and moreover these antiques are beautiful and often are handmade. It fills my heart with joy to see so many figures and dolls find their forever home with collector enthusiasts and it's a trend I hope grows steadily.

How to Get Started with Clown Husbandry

Beyond exiting the delightful and silly posts that are already put there, consider joining the hobby yourself.

Making a Clown OC

If you are thinking about making a Clown oc, consider starting within the context of a game such as Dungeons & Dragons or another ttrpg. This will give you an immediate way to interact with your character beyond just doodling them.

If you're looking for tips on creating a character, it's always to start in reality. Clowning has a rich tradition of character creating which involves design elements, skills, and behaviors. Clown Ethics is a great start, although the rules laid out form a basic guideline more than strict laws. Beyond this, consider watching the Ringling Bros "How to be a Clown".

Starting a Clown Collection

As noted, clown art is just about everywhere. However in more modern times audiences have drifted away from appreciating classic comedy. As a result, many pieces are vintage if not genuine antiques. Some even hold significant value as they are crafted by famous artisans. As a result, it's quite easy and fun to start a clown collection.

Treat yourself to regular adventures at junk stores and antique malls. You're sure to spot a colorful little friend hiding in amongst the clutter. Look for styles and designs that appeal to you and start adopting these tiny treasures. Soon you will have a unique and joyful troupe of your own.

The best figures to collect are ones that are less likely to be destroyed by interactions. Dolls with only a few porcelain pieces are ideal for moving around and photographing. The smaller the better if you want to try a travel or lifestyle photo series. You'll be able to pop your own into a carry bag and take them with you.

If you're after more rare prices, consider obtaining a safe storage spot first. I mentioned the need for a hutch previously in my post about "Pedigree Clown Breeds". Quality clown sculptures are just as pricey as any other antique so they should be put on display rather than handled.

In closing, clown husbandry is a delightful hobby that involves appreciation for tradition, antiquing, and art. I hope this post inspires you to collect and draw clowns. If you decide to take up the hobby, please be sure to use the #clown husbandry tag so we can all enjoy your wonderful photography and characters!

[clownomics]

See a strange clown that appears to have features associated with multiple clown breeds? That might be a Chaos clown! These clowns are a product of clown overbreeding, a common phenomenon near cities where domestic clowns, feral, and wild clowns may breed, resulting in dangerous mixed breed clowns. Please contact your local authorities or nearest clown control services if you see a Chaos clown in your area.

[clorvismaximus]

From the jesters of medieval courts to the boisterous circus performers of the 20th century, clowns have been an enduring presence in human societies. Unlike Homo sapiens, Homo Ridiculus has distinct behavioral traits centered around laughter, whimsy, and a proclivity for slapstick comedy.

The evolution of Homo Ridiculus can be traced through a series of adaptations that facilitated the survival and thriving of the clown species. Genetic studies reveal the presence of a unique "comedy genome," responsible for the development of exaggerated facial features, colorful costumes, and an innate ability to elicit laughter. These adaptations have proven advantageous for clowns in both their social interactions and performances.

Clown communities exhibit a rich tapestry of social dynamics, characterized by cooperation, camaraderie, and a shared commitment to mirth. The concept of "laughter reciprocity" is central to clown societies, where individuals engage in collaborative performances to generate joy and amusement. Hierarchies within clown communities are often based on comedic prowess, with esteemed elders passing down the art of laughter to younger generations.

In the realm of Homo Ridiculus, communication transcends traditional verbal language. Clowns employ a vast array of comic expressions, from honks and squeaks to exaggerated gestures, as a means of conveying emotions, intentions, and punchlines. The study of clown communication provides insights into the evolution of non-verbal comedic expression as a fundamental aspect of clown behavior.

Clowns engage in elaborate rituals and celebrations that serve both cultural and communal purposes. The "Spinning Top Extravaganza," an annual event in clown communities, features grand performances, contests, and the passing down of comedic traditions. These rituals reinforce the sense of identity and shared purpose among Homo Ridiculus.

While clowns are celebrated for their ability to bring joy, they also face challenges and misconceptions within human societies. The study addresses common stereotypes and explores strategies employed by Homo Ridiculus to navigate the laughter landscape, fostering understanding and harmony between clowns and humans.

As we continue to coexist with Homo Ridiculus, it becomes increasingly evident that clowns are not mere entertainers but a vibrant and integral species with a rich tapestry of behaviors, traditions, and adaptations. This research contributes to our understanding of the complex and fascinating world of Homo Ridiculus, offering a glimpse into the laughter-filled existence of this unique species.

[tomothy-foolery]

guess who hyperfixated on a mixed breed only to realize that there is no proper rundown of them! well here it is: all the info I learned in the last few days, deep in hyperfocus, boiled down into one (hopefully) understandable post!

Emo Clowns - A mix of rodeo, sad, punk scare and slasher scare breeds, literally a quarter of each. They’re usually categorized as a scare mix as they are half scare.

More info and images under the cut!

Appearance:

Mostly an achromatic color scheme, sometimes with small amounts of colorful accents, usually red or purple They almost always have black hair of various lengths that they prune into bangs that sometimes cover one eye.

Some have plumage and some do not, regardless of this, they are very into self expression and will often choose to wear clothes. When given the opportunity, the clothing they pick or make varies rather wildly but stays on a mostly achromatic, mostly black, color pallet. They enjoy many of the same patterns other clowns do, but are more likely to choose stripes or checkerboard patterns. Interestingly, some enjoy wearing brighter accessories like flower crowns, things made of Monster Energy cans, or bracelets.

Their patterns are not consistent, although they are usually black and always have some on the face, some emos resemble punk scare clown’s patterns and have marking all over their body. Some say these patterns look a bit like human tattoos.

They have sharp teeth, like many scare breeds, however they usually only have longer and sharper canines, giving them a vampire-like affect.

They usually grow to be on the larger side and are often lanky, however this varies quite a bit due to them being a mixed breed.

Personality:

Being what breeds their mix is, they're very protective and sweet creatures, they're good with animals and children and bond strongly with their family. They're very territorial (that's the rodeo and scare breeds talking) but do well with strangers and other clowns if introduced properly as they are actually very social with those they trust.

Too much color or upbeat noise can cause emos severe stress, when put under this prolonged stress they may or may not lash out but always end up isolating themselves and may end up over grooming or start other self harming behaviors. 

On the other hand, being isolated from their family or clowns/animals they are bonded with against their will can cause the same response. The solution is to spend time with them but make sure they always have access to their own tent that they can choose when to enter or exit, but make sure none of your other clowns are able to enter without it being clear that your emo is okay with it.

Diet:

They are omnivorous and have a remarkably similar diet to humans! However, unlike humans, they can not thrive on a vegan diet and do require meat. When in doubt, always talk to your vet about your clowns diet!

They don’t do too well with brightly colored food, like vibrantly colored candies and cakes, though it’s good enrichment to give something like that to them every once in a while, it should not be a part of their primary diet. If given too frequently, they can get overwhelmed by the color and may begin refusing to eat.

Like punk clowns, many are fond of Monster Energy drinks and may choose to keep the cans afterwords.

Enrichment:

They are collectors at heart, and having a tent where they can store their things is a must.

They enjoy loud music but it's important that they are able to leave the situation or stop the music if they get overwhelmed.

Many like crafting, especially making things they can wear. It's believed that some of the traits of sad clowns, like making balloon animals the deflate quickly or little paper boats, along with the urge to decorate and spray paint from the punk scare clowns have caused DIY behaviors in the emo scare.

Some are able to create sad poetry, but most are unwilling to share. It’s best to not force them to share as you may lose their trust, but be gently encourage if they do decide to show you and maybe they will feel comfortable enough to share some more!

The primary talent that emos enjoy is performing music, mostly with string instruments like ukuleles or guitars (especially electric guitars). It's often extra devastating when this breed gets declawed as it can make playing string instruments painful, which can then cause them to become depressed.

However, while every emo seems to want a stringed instrument, some show no interest in playing and simply want it as decoration. If you do get a guitar and believe your emo is not practicing it, consider getting a ukulele (it’s highly suggested you get a black one!) as it might be more your emo’s speed. If you start with a ukulele and they grow bored of it quickly, it may be in your emo’s best interest to get a guitar next.

Housing:

Emos require a unique set up, I’ve been saying tent for simplicity's sake, and a 'tent' is a must however they are not necessarily picky about it being a tent, plenty thrive in sheds, spare bedrooms, or any space that is somewhat enclosed and that they can call their own. Though if you do go with the tent route, many suggest darker tents like those made for scare breeds.

Emos cannot share tents, not even with other emos, it's important that they feel that the space is their own and they can decorate and store their things as they please. They may end up resource guarding around their tent, but so long as it doesn’t get out of hand, this is a healthy and expected behavior.

Some may chose to stay in your house or yard for extended periods of time, but I assure you they still need their own space to store their things in what they feel is a safe space!

Bonding:

They don't necessarily need other clowns or other animals and can do very well without them, but they do great when bonded with other creatures. If you or your family is too busy to give your emo the amount of socializing they need, then getting an animal or another clown is an excellent idea.

Due to the aforementioned whole being overwhelmed by colors and noise thing, you may think that having a party breed would be a bad idea, but it's actually quite the opposite. They may get overwhelmed a bit quicker with louder and/or brighter breeds, but this not a problem so long as they know they can go to their tent and calm down alone.

Even when given the option between other Emos and Party breeds, many of them will choose to bond with the Party!

Look at this adorable Emo Scare and Party Mix bonded pair!:

(Images’ source) (info source 1) (info source 2)

I also want to touch on the fact that some have taken to breeding Emo Scares with another mixed breed; Rave Party. Their offspring are referred to as Scene Clowns. They hold many of the same traits as Emos, but are more outgoing and colorful.

As Rave Party Clowns are about 25% Punk and 75% Party (though the types of Party breeds vary) the Scene Clowns end up being 12.5% rodeo, 12.5% sad, 37.5% scare, and 37.5% party, they make loyal and fun companions that may not get as overboard with the colors and noise as a Party and likely won’t get as territorial as the Scares. I might make a post about them sometime, though I need to do more research.

(Info source 3)

[lightningwolfomega]

Day 28

Professor Gigglesworth

A clown professor who teaches clownology at the Laughs University where clowns of all types learn to master their humor of jokes and comical humor.

[pop-punklouis]

Petition for louis to sing no control (with zayn) on June 1 🥹

You started it and I have to survive from now on imagining stuffs

okay i know we’re clowning but that just gave you the doctorate degree in clownology from wumbo university

[arconinternet]

Clowning Around (Videos, 2015-2017, related videos 2013-present)

Public access TV show hosted by Oregon clown Mr. Twists N' Juggles, including both entertainment and clownological info. Among his other appearances, also included, are an interview and an ongoing series of PSAs. You can watch them all here.