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BAI don’t love @inktober the way I used to. I loved the initiative, the sense of community, and the flood of amazing creativity. But lately it feels… off. Like the plot is missing.
1️⃣ So many wonderful drawtober prompts get snowed under by the sheer weight of Inktober.
2️⃣ It feels more like a pageant than a practice space, showcasing the picture-perfect rather than the joy of learning together.
3️⃣ The spotlight often falls on certain styles, which makes me fear people bend their art to fit what’s “seen,” not what they actually want to draw.
(4️⃣ And let’s be real, the all-or-nothing mentality? It can feel like failure if you don’t make it. I’ve felt that before, even though art shouldn’t be something you can fail at.)
So Ellen, you say, why still participate? Because social media loves trends, and art accounts don’t live in a vacuum. I’ll join in, but hopefully as an example: a more open mentality that shows anyone who loves art can connect, share, and create. Perfect or not.
I’ll also give a little hint as to what the subject of my #inktober2025 will be this year… 🪲🕷️🐞
#inktober2025 #inktober #drawtober #artreels #artistsoninstagram #artoftheday #makearteveryday #artcommunity #creativeprocess #progressnotperfection #sketchbook #letsdrawtogether #bamberandembie
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