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Inktober

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What is Inktober?

Inktober is an annual month-long event when a prompt word will be posted for each day of October.

What is Inktober 52?

Inktober 52 is what happens during the months that aren't October. A new prompt will be posted once a week (typically Thursdays.)

How do I join in?

Simply draw by hand something based on or inspired by the prompt word. It can be inked traditionally (on paper,) or with a digital "ink" brush. The drawing can be anything from a simple doodle to an elaborate illustration. The color of the ink is negotiable.

Rules

  1. Be kind. Constructive criticism at most, if requested. We welcome artists of all skill levels and varying levels of free time to commit. This community is meant to encourage people to create art.

  2. No AI-Generated work The marks in your work must be physically drawn by (your) hand.

  3. Submissions must meet the theme of this community Your work must be based on the given prompt. Late work based on expired prompts are still eligible for submission.

From Inktober.com:
Jake Parker created Inktober in 2009 as a challenge to improve his inking skills and develop positive drawing habits. It has since grown into a worldwide endeavor with thousands of artists taking on the challenge every year.

Past Inktober Events
Inktober 2025 Directory
Ink52 2025 Directory

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"That majestic, slightly chaotic aerial acrobat of the insect world. Equal parts dragon and dart, this little speedster zips through the air like it’s late for a very important pollen appointment. Whether you see dragonflies as nature’s glittering helicopters or the original fantasy familiars, there’s plenty of inspiration packed into those iridescent wings.

Inktober 52 is here to remind you to keep it classic: ink and paper, raw and real. No undos, no filters—just the brave beauty of black lines and bold choices. So lean into the whimsy, the weirdness, or the wonder. Will you sketch an elegant close-up? A sci-fi mech with gossamer wings? A sword-wielding bug knight on a leaf battlefield? The only rule is: get drawing. And remember—if your pen starts buzzing, it’s working.

Let’s see those dragonflies take off!"

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As always, you’re free to create a separate post for your own stuff if you wish, or you can post it as a comment in this weekly prompt post. I will corral any individual posts and post them here as a comment.

Rules:

  1. Please remember to be kind. All skill levels are welcome here.
  2. AI art is not allowed.
  3. Submissions must be based on the given prompt, but either traditional or digital mediums are welcome.

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If following the Inktober prompt isn't your style but you would still like to do a weekly prompt with a community here on Lemmy, please check out and support !52WeeksofArt@lemmy.world by @Okokimup@lemmy.world

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