드로잉과 스토리텔링 중심의 온라인 참여형 챌린지 연구 - 잉크토버 2023 챌린지 참여 작품을 중심으로 -

Abstract

Background Illustrators and cartoonists require a consistent and healthy drawing habit in their daily lives. While drawing can be done individually anytime and anywhere, engaging in group activities with shared goals and designated time frames can lead to positive effects on efficiency and motivation. Although short-term challenges have become a cultural phenomenon and research on them has increased, there is a need for researchers to directly participate in studies focusing on challenges rooted in drawing and storytelling, which have evolved over an extended period. Methods With a focus on drawing and storytelling, the researcher participated in the prominent "Inktober" challenge, completing drawings based on a provided list of 31 prompts. Subsequently, the artworks were posted on a personal Instagram account for one month in October 2023, and reactions to the works were observed. Result The analysis focused on the conceptualization and expression of the top-performing four artworks based on the number of likes among the completed 31 pieces. Ultimately, works that evoked more than mere visual appreciation by conveying emotions, humor, or thoughts through unique storytelling and distinct concepts received positive responses. Conclusion Findings from participating in the Inktober challenge suggest that individuality in artworks stemmed from storytelling based on personal experiences. Sharing artworks on personal accounts encourages sustained participation. Forming sustainable drawing habits that do not disrupt daily life routines is crucial. However, a limitation lies in the limited opportunity for direct communication among participating artists within the community due to the individual-centric nature of online-based challenges.