let me paint you a picture...

This is you

and then there is life

and your inner critique

We often think of challenges as doing something big and hard, but really, a challenge can also be simply going against the mass.

Think about that Magikarp that became Gyarados.

 

 

 

 

We do not believe in

hustle culture.

Making manga could be joyful and freeing, and human, despite all challenges.

 

 

 

Challenge those that have been holding you back from creating:

- your inner critic

- distractions that are taking your attention away from creativity

- the worry of about others cutting corners with AI

        So what?

        So,

        - your inner critic is invited to sit in the corner with all the other inner critics. 

        - you’re not expected to do all the challenge prompts, but the ones you do, do it with your heart.

        - You can join anytime, even half way.

        - Art comes first: Prompts are designed to be done over 2 days each.

        - No AI.

         

         

         

         

         

         

          Got it, how do I join?

          Step 1. Choose your challenger profile:

          The Wholesome Challenger

          Start drawing, posting, and sharing on social media during the month of August 2024.

          The Hero Challenger

          A Wholesome Challenger who go the extra miles to give others help by participating in the challenger chat and give feedback, actively sharing others’ works and help build the community.

          The Wizard

          A helper and friend of the challenge, who enables us to elevate #MANGAugust by clicking Or, you might be a brand/company who is willing to sponsor the challenge - please get in touch with me directly.

           

          Step 2.  Read me:

          Click here to view full screen

           

          Resources:

          1. Announcement Carousel and Prompt List

          2. Pinterest tips

          About me

          I am @piggyhammer, a manga/comic artist and the creator of the #MANGAugust challenge. I am based in Bristol, United Kingdom.

          I work independently as an artist and collaborate with authors and brands to tell cohesive visual narratives that send powerful messages.

          #MANGAugust was created in 2022 and has been running annually, proudly supporting manga makers worldwide to tell their stories and getting into the industry.

          This year's #MANGAugust was brought to you with the help of these original heroes:

          @aaronsayart

          @akogare_creative

          @clouddevereaux

          @daaliart

          @endeiveur

          @luv_animates