As we get more Frequently Asked Questions we will be updating this page accordingly. Do you have a question about Artober? Please use comment section below to ask questions. Thanks!
Q: What is Artober?
A: Artober is a month long art challenge created by Craft N Canvas that is focused on improving drawing and sketching skill set and developing positive habits. Every day for the month of October anyone participating in the Artober challenge creates a drawing and posts it online. Remember to use the hashtags #artobercnc and #craftncanvas if you want your art to be seen by everyone.
Q: Where is Artober?
A: There is no official location or convention for Artober. Wherever you live and create is where Artober is.
Q. Can I work digitally?
A: Yes.
Q. Can I do calligraphy?
A: Yes. If calligraphy, typography, lettering, etc is how you create your art, then by all means do that every day for Artober. We’ve even heard of writers taking on the Artober challenge and crafting a poem or short story every day that follow the prompts.
Q: What is a good pen to use for Artober?
A: Any Pen that can scribble .
Q: Can I use markers or watercolors?
A: Yes. You can use markers as your inking tool or to color. You can also use watercolor. However, the Artober challenge is about simplifying your options as an artist and seeing what you can create with a white sheet of paper and black ink. If you are going to use color try to limit yourself to just one color.
Q: Do I have to use the official prompt list?
A: No. The prompts are there to help spark your creativity. If you have another great idea, go for it!
Q: Do I have to use the prompts in order?
A: Nope. You do not have to follow the order of the prompt list. If switching the order of the prompts helps tell the story you want to tell feel free to change the order.
But the cool thing about following the prompt list in order is seeing what everybody creates on the same day using the same prompt and how much variety and creativity there is inside of a single word.
Q: Do I have to use our own designs or can I use designs from my favorite game/film/cartoon etc.?
A: You can draw whatever you’d like . Just remember to follow copyright laws, and respect the original creator’s wishes.
Q: Where are this year’s prompts?
A: here
