Year Six Prompts Archive

Below are the prompts for the 2024 edition of the Making Art Everyday project. Click or tap each of the monthly themes below to get a full list of the prompts. Each prompt is linked to a search for reference photos, and relevant tutorials are listed at the bottom of each month’s prompts. This page will be updated as the year progresses.

January's Theme: Food

Food is an excellent subject matter choice for all skill levels because it is universal and easily recognizable. Plus, it offers a wide range of shapes, textures, and colors to work with and the potential for endless creative expression.

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February's Theme: Drawing + Photos

This month, explore ways to incorporate photography into your art! I’ve curated stock photo collections from sites like unsplash.com and pexels.com to use in your artwork, linked to the prompts below. This month’s journal also provides helpful tips and examples about how to approach each week.

Photo Diary

  1. an object you love
  2. someone you love
  3. an activity you love
  4. a place you love

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March's Theme: Nature

In March, we’ll be exploring different ecosystems found in nature such as a tranquil pond, lush jungle, serene seashore, and an enchanting forest. We’ll not only be drawing plant life that grows in these natural places but also the animals, insects, and critters that inhabit them!

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April's Theme: Neighborhood

We’re kicking off a new month of Making Art Everyday, and our theme for April is Neighborhood. Get ready to draw all types of buildings and houses; from towering cityscapes to charming cottages – and even some unique prompts like Objects as Houses.

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May's Theme: Storybook

This month is all about taking inspiration from literature that’s available to use from the public domain. Let your imagination soar as you use descriptive text from these stories to create your own unique versions of characters and objects featured in our drawing prompts.

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June's Theme:
Escape & Unwind

For the month of June, let’s imagine ourselves unwinding in serene, far off hideaways and use our art practice as a sanctuary to Escape & Unwind. Join me in embracing a more mindful and meditative approach to our daily drawing routine. For tips, check out the ‘How to Approach this Month’ page in the June Drawing Journal.

Sketch Sesh Replay

Check out the Sketch Sesh Replay to learn about our theme for June, the new drawing prompts, and insider tips to make the most of your month of art-making. Following that, join me for a live sketch sesh where you can peek into my creative process as I draw a scooter in real-time. Feel free to follow along or draw whatever MAE prompt sparks your imagination.

NEW Map-Making Course + Procreate Brushes

In need of a serene retreat from life’s stresses? Journey into a world of creativity and calm as we explore the relaxing art of map-making together. I’ll guide you in crafting beautifully illustrated maps in Procreate. Along with detailed guidance, you’ll receive all the essential Procreate brushes and tools to effortlessly bring your maps to life, making your creative journey seamless and enjoyable.

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July's Theme:
Summer Camp

We’re heading off to Summer Camp for July’s Making Art Everyday theme. This month, let’s reminisce about those carefree childhood days when we eagerly embraced new experiences. I invite you to dive into the prompts with an open heart and a playful outlook, as we celebrate the joy of art and friendship together.

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Sketch Sesh Replay

Check out the Sketch Sesh Replay to learn about our Summer Camp theme for July, the new drawing prompts, and a look at all the fun activities we’ve got planned for you! Then, you can peek into my creative process as I draw a vintage lantern in real-time. Feel free to follow along or draw whatever MAE prompt sparks your imagination.

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August's Theme:
Animal Alphabet

Each day this month, we’ll draw an animal for every letter of the alphabet! I love alphabet challenges because they offer structure while still leaving plenty of room for creativity. If you accept the challenge, you’ll have 26 animal illustrations by the end of the month, which could even be the basis for your very own ABC book!

Whether you draw the entire alphabet or just your favorite animals from the prompt list, I encourage you to think of your work as part of an art series. To help you, I’ve created this handy dandy 8-page workbook. This Art Maker’s Club exclusive resource will help you set goals, create a plan of action, and even sketch out your thumbnails, all right in Procreate.

Watch the Sketch Sesh Replay

Learn about our NEW Making Art Everyday theme for August: Animal Alphabet while I share my tips and advice for the best ways to approach this month’s drawing prompts. You’ll also get a peek into my creative process as I sketch an elephant in real-time. Feel free to follow along or draw whatever MAE prompt sparks your imagination.

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September's Theme:
Career Fair

This month’s drawing prompts spotlight illustration careers, inviting you to explore and create art inspired by diverse creative paths. Even if an art career isn’t your focus, these prompts are a great way to explore new styles, challenge your creativity, and develop skills that can elevate your personal art practice.

Career Fair Schedule

In Art Maker’s Club, we’re dedicating September to spotlighting Careers in Illustration, with an exciting line-up of live events, tutorials, and industry expert guest speakers to help you turn your passion into a creative career. We’re setting up to have a very impactful month full of creativity, learning, and fun. Here’s an at-a-glance view of all the fun things happening this month. Become a member to join the fun!

Sept 27

4pm PDT

Sketch Sesh Replay

Learn about our NEW Making Art Everyday theme for September: Career Fair while I share my tips and advice for the best ways to approach this month’s drawing prompts. You’ll also get a peek into my creative process as I sketch an ink bottle and dip pen in real-time. Feel free to follow along or draw whatever MAE prompt sparks your imagination.

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September's Theme:

This month-long celebration of creativity is all about unlocking the magic of Procreate brushes—from pencils and paint to ink and beyond. It’s your chance to explore digital tools, experiment with new techniques, and take your digital drawing skills to the next level! 

Brushtober Sketch Sesh

Learn about our NEW Making Art Everyday theme for October: Brushtober!  while I share my tips and advice for the best ways to approach this month’s drawing prompts. You’ll also get a peek into my creative process as I sketch a hedgehog in real-time. Feel free to follow along or draw whatever MAE prompt sparks your imagination.

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November's Theme: The Secret Life of Objects

This month, we’re slowing down to take a closer look at our everyday objects. These are things we encounter, use, or keep in our lives. These objects might seem ordinary, but when we stop and pay attention, they reveal stories, memories, and meaning.

November Sketch Sesh

Learn about our NEW Making Art Everyday theme for November while I share my tips and advice for the best ways to approach this month’s drawing prompts. You’ll also get a peek into my creative process as I sketch one of our prompts in real-time. Feel free to follow along or draw whatever MAE prompt sparks your imagination.

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December's Theme: Holidays

This month we’re embracing the magic of holidays big and small, cozy and quirky, traditional and wonderfully unexpected. Each day’s prompt is inspired by a real holiday that occurs that day – some you know & love, and others that are delightfully unusual!

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December Sketch Sesh

Learn about our NEW Making Art Everyday theme for December while I share my tips and advice for the best ways to approach this month’s drawing prompts. You’ll also get a peek into my creative process as I paint a Christmas Tree using my Watercolor Wonder brush set. Feel free to follow along or draw whatever MAE prompt sparks your imagination.

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