🎃 October Art Challenge 2023 [FULL LIST]
October’s charm lies in its falling leaves and Halloween excitement. 🍁 Check out 15 must-know Instagram October Art Challenges!
October Art Challenge 2023 list is here! The 10th month of the year brings a certain enchantment with its falling leaves, brisk winds, and the anticipation of Halloween. 🎃🍁🍂
It’s also the perfect time for artists of all backgrounds to engage with the art community, develop a positive drawing habit, and immerse themselves in the world of art challenges. 🎨
In this post, I’ll give you an extensive list of 15 Instagram October art challenges. *These challenges go from the biggest to those a little bit less popular (but still worth noticing!)
1. Inktober
Hosted by: Jake Parker
Description: Inktober is an annual art challenge created by artist Jake Parker that encourages artists to create one ink drawing a day for the entire month of October. The goal is to improve your inking skills, explore new ideas, and connect with a global community of artists.
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cwp2swNrBAX
2. Drawlloween
Hosted by: Mab Graves
Description: Drawlloween is a whimsical challenge that combines Halloween themes with art. Artists are tasked with creating spooky, imaginative artwork every day of October, following a unique daily prompt.
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwmDZGdsNA6
3. Drawtober
Hosted by: Timothy Von Rueden
Description: “This year’s 7th annual Drawtober event will challenge artists to create with the theme of exploring different rooms and what creatures or mysteries lurk within them!”
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cwopl3AMbGz
*One of my favorites (I actually participated in the Drawtober challenge a few years ago, and was even featured on Drawtober’s Instagram account! Check it here.).
4. Goretober
Hosted by: Various artists
Description: Goretober is not for the faint of heart. This challenge invites artists to delve into the horror genre, crafting gruesome and eerie artwork throughout the month. It’s a thrilling experience for those who love the macabre.
Prompts: Check the #goretober2023 hashtag on Instagram.
5. Witchy Art Challenge
Hosted by: Various artists
Description: This challenge celebrates the mysticism and magic of October. Artists are encouraged to explore witchy themes and create spellbinding artwork inspired by folklore, witchcraft, and the occult.
Prompts: Check the #witchtober2023 hashtag on Instagram.
6. Lindentober
Hosted by: Heidelinde
Description: If you’re passionate about nature and all the things mystics, get ready for Lindentober. Lindentober is an art challenge divided into 4 weeks. For each week, there are three prompts that make me think of forrests, night, and magic, such as “horns”, “runes”, “Blue Moon”, or “Nocturnal Bloom.”
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwsAYOgK3BK
7. Stingotober
Hosted by: @purplefishtank
Description: Quite straightforward: Stingtober is @purplefishtank‘s Inktober replacement.
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwqHARLOdTY
8. Stilltober
Hosted by: Victoria Georgieva
Description: Any painters out there? Get ready for Stilltober — “an alternative list to the popular Inktober challenge with the prompts aimed at painters (still life, landscapes, etc.) rather than illustrators.”
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cwp0mlKIBZZ
9. Happytober
Hosted by: Marylou Chalon
Description: If you’re not really into spooky art, and would rather draw something kawaii, then Happytober is the choice for you. As the name suggest, Happytober focuses on drawing all things nice, cute, and happy.
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cww1XRKIbPB
10. Queen Squirrel Art’s Drawtober
Hosted by: @queensquirrelart
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwqU2ODP7pV
11. Peachtober
Hosted by: Sha’an d’Anthes
Description: “🍑 @peachtober is a set of 31 peachy prompts — welcoming creatives of ALL disciplines and styles to participate. There aren’t any rules — I just want us all to have fun! 🌈”
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwoZ4TcxKtH
12. Melotober
Hosted by: @melosprout
Description: Another challenge for those loving everything that’s snug and comfortable. “Melotober is an October art challenge filled with cozy and mellow prompts.”
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwoYlwxModT
13. Nonsensetober
Hosted by: @elmiedoavolar
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwuwJMfq6X9
14. The Last Day Of Summer
Hosted by: @smalltownspells
Description: Summer’s all over, but why not recall the last days of it? “The Last Day of Summer is all about nostalgia and childhood whimsy.”
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cwxb0GZRBuH
15. Seatober
Hosted by: @sharkingdaily
Description: “I would like to bring our art and ocean community together this way, to inspire and support each other, while sharing our love for the deep blue! 🌊🐠🐙”
Prompts & rules: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw7omYpt7JV
Quite an offbeat challenge, I would say, but really interesting!
October Art Challenge. Summary
These October art challenges offer a diverse range of themes and prompts.
I hope you’ll find something for you. Whichever challenge you decide to participate in, remember to post your work on social media to share it with fellow artists!
Seel also: September Art Challenge 2023 [FULL LIST]
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