InkTober remains a beloved annual challenge for Indian digital artists seeking creative inspiration and community engagement on Instagram.

The InkTober Challenge – 31 Days 31 Drawings

The air has started to get a bit colder as October comes to an end, and with this comes the end of InkTober 2017.  Started by Mr Jake Park way back in 2009, InkTober is a challenge for artists to fill the 31 days of October with 31 drawings. Every year InkTober releases the Official InkTober Prompt List with 31 themes; one theme to be drawn each day. And with the release of this year’s Prompt List artists on Instagram took to create beautiful art for all of October. When it comes to being on point with the latest Instagram trends, the Instagrammers of Hyderabad never stay behind. The artists in Hyderabad have given us an artsy treat. Here are two amazing artists who have covered all the 31 themes.

Abhishek Dhar (Instagram Handle: @abhishades)

The computer science engineer from Chattisgarh who has now made Hyderabad his abode for over a year had always wanted to explore arts and designing. Upon getting a positive feedback on his art from his audience in Banglore, this year Abhishek took to making the best of InkTober

Sketching is easy he says, but telling a story that touches our soul, now that’s where the challenge comes in.

A post shared by Abhishek Dhar (@abhishades) on Oct 23, 2017 at 11:38am PDT

A post shared by Abhishek Dhar (@abhishades) on Oct 24, 2017 at 11:00am PDT

A post shared by Abhishek Dhar (@abhishades) on Oct 31, 2017 at 11:35am PDT

Fatima H (Instagram Handle: @about.blank)

This biotechnologist reads a ton of books, marvels over the infinite galaxies spinning around us, and pours her heart out in her art and writings. She has her own way of looking at the world which totally reflects in her art. That’s the reason we love artists so much. Here’s the best of Fatima’s InkTober.

A post shared by Fatima H. (@about.blank_) on Oct 2, 2017 at 9:11am PDT

A post shared by Fatima H. (@about.blank_) on Oct 14, 2017 at 8:19am PDT

A post shared by Fatima H. (@about.blank_) on Oct 27, 2017 at 9:12am PDT

While these two Instagrammers finished the 31-day challenge, a few more amazing artists from the city have put up art worth our attention.

Sagarika Paaleti (Instagram Handle: @youniwerse )

A post shared by Sagarika Paaleti (@youniwerse) on Oct 16, 2017 at 7:09am PDT

Karthik Abhiram (Instagram Handle: @dailymoviesketch)

A post shared by Daily Movie Sketch (@dailymoviesketch) on Oct 26, 2017 at 1:23pm PDT

Poulomi M (Instagram Handle: @po.z.here)

A post shared by Poulomi M (@po.z.here) on Oct 7, 2017 at 1:08pm PDT

because who doesn’t like Jughead!?

With such a wonderful InkTober this year, we definitely can’t wait for October next year. Till then, don’t forget to keep an eye out for these amazing artists from Hyderabad.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is InkTober 2017 and when did it start?

InkTober is an annual worldwide drawing challenge created by Jake Park in 2009. Artists complete 31 drawings during October, following official prompt lists released yearly. The 2017 edition encouraged creators worldwide, including Indian artists, to showcase their talent on Instagram throughout the month.

Who are Hyderabad’s top InkTober 2017 participants?

Abhishek Dhar (@abhishades), a computer science engineer from Chhattisgarh based in Hyderabad, and Fatima H (@about.blank), a biotechnologist, were standout participants. Both completed all 31 InkTober prompts, creating emotionally resonant artwork that touched audiences beyond just technical sketching skills.

How can Indian artists participate in InkTober challenges?

Indian artists can join InkTober by following the official prompt list released annually and creating one drawing daily for October. Sharing artwork on Instagram using #InkTober hashtag connects creators with a global community. No registration required; participation is free and open to all skill levels.

What makes InkTober different from other art challenges?

InkTober’s structured daily prompt system encourages consistent creative output and storytelling rather than just technical drawing. The challenge emphasizes emotional connection and narrative depth, pushing artists like Hyderabad’s participants to move beyond basic sketches and create meaningful visual stories daily.

Why did Hyderabad’s Instagram artists excel in InkTober 2017?

Hyderabad’s creative community stayed ahead of Instagram trends by fully engaging with InkTober’s daily challenges. Artists like Abhishek Dhar leveraged positive feedback from previous works to push creative boundaries, while others brought diverse professional backgrounds—from engineering to biotechnology—enriching their artistic perspectives throughout October.