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"Get ready to unleash your inner doodlehound, because it's time to ink some four-legged fluffballs. Whether you sketch a mischievous mutt mid-zoomie, a pampered pooch in a pearl collar, or a pup so abstract it makes Picasso bark—this prompt is your chance to sit, stay, and draw. Remember: Inktober is all about ink, paper, and going back to the basics, so leave the digital bones behind and let those pens wag with joy. Now go fetch some inspiration!"

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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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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 or Fridays.)

How do I join in?

Simply create art based on or inspired by the prompt word. All mediums are welcome, provided they are created by human hands and minds. The submission can be anything from a simple doodle, a sculpture, 3D model, papercraft, painting, etc.

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 works must be physically created by (your) mind and hands. All non-AI mediums welcome!

  3. Submissions must meet the theme of this community Your work must be based on a prompt from an official Inktober list. 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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