Part one of a graphic explaining an art event called Blacktober. It reads, "Blacktober is a month-long event that takes place during October, centering Black & Mixed Black creatives. Following a prompt list, Black creatives can post Black reimaginings of their favorite fictional characters, their OCs, writing, cosplays, and much more. There was a second part to this event that was largely overlooked - A collaboration between Black and Non-black creatives where anyone can draw Black OCs made by Black artists. Black creatives who want to see any of their characters drawn by others can post their OCs while using the hashtag blackocshere."
Part two of a graphic explaining an art event called Blacktober. It reads, "If you're Non-black and want to help out, you can repost/share content from the blacktober tag, or you can choose a character from the blackocshere tag and draw them for OC-tober (Please credit the creator of the character by providing at least one of their handles in your post). Participating in Blacktober is completely optional. If you choose to, please take any necessary safety precautions to protect your peace, such as limiting your interaction settings and turning off comments and/or DMs." At the bottom, the text reads, "This year's Blacktober was organized by Mel(@goldgauntlet) and Pluto(@sailorplutoirl), who are not affiliated with the original organizers.
Daily Prompt List for Blacktober 2025, made by goldgauntlet and sailorplutoirl. The list, in order, says, List for Blacktober 2025, made by goldgauntlet and sailorplutoirl. The list, in order, says, "1. Resilience, 2. Redeemed Character, 3. Mysterious/Obscure, 4. Magician, 5. Friendship, 6. Superhero, 7. Supervillain, 8. Shine, 9. Shadow, 10. Alternative Fashion, 11. Tsundere, 12. Shoujo, 13. Shounen, 14. Fairytale, 15. Innocence, 16. Sun, 17. Autumn, 18. Racing, 19. Witch, 20. Family, 21. Time, 22. Horror Game/Movie, 23. Moon, 24. Wind, 25. Rest, 26. Party, 27. Weapon, 28. Rain, 29. Ghoulish, 30. Eclipse, 31. Vampire."
Weekly Prompt List for Blacktober 2025, made by goldgauntlet and sailorplutoirl. The list, in order, says, "1. Indie: Post anything about an indie project that you're interested in, or one that you're working on yourself! 2. Idol: Showcase (fictional) idols or musicians, be it fan content or your own. 3. Element: Water, Earth, Fire, Air, the weather - Post whatever you want with this theme! 4. Halloween: The final week ends on a big celebration! Post about candy, scary costumes, etc. to really get into the Halloween spirit!"
It's that time again everyone! Blacktober! I along with @goldgauntlet.bsky.social created not one, but 2 Blacktober prompt lists, as well as a safety guide for Black artists next month!
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