Being creative can be draining if you are always doing it alone.

Luckily, October is packed with art challenges across Instagram, Threads, X, and more, offering the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow creators and find inspiration. Whether you're looking for daily prompts or a slower pace, there’s a challenge out there for everyone. Here are 5 fun ones you can join this month:

Peachtober: I am participating in this challenge (check out my Instagram to see my drawings). There are daily prompts to get you drawing, and the Instagram community shares their work through the hashtag #peachtober24. It’s amazing how one prompt can inspire so many unique ideas.
Inktober: Running since 2009, Inktober offers a massive community and daily prompts throughout October. Many artists credit this challenge with helping their audience grow and build a consistent drawing habit.
Drawtober: If daily drawing feels overwhelming, Drawtober might be your answer. This community-driven challenge offers 6 prompts over the course of October, making it a great option for artists who want to participate without the pressure of daily posts.
Arttrober: Stanley Artgerm Lau started this October art challenge as a more flexible alternative to Inktober, dropping the strict 'ink only' rule. The 31 prompts focus on Anime, Comics, or Games, making it a great way to celebrate your favorite fandoms.
Drawlloween: With two long-standing versions of the challenge by Mab Graves and Brian Soria, both feature spooky, Halloween-themed prompts. Whether you follow one or both, it’s a fun way to celebrate the season.

Whatever challenge you join, the key is to have fun and not overthink it. Art challenges are a great way to push yourself to be consistent and connect with other artists.

Get Inspired: 5 Fun Drawing Challenges to Join in October

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