Need help sparking creative conversations in your drawing community? Would You Rather questions are an easy way to get members thinking, sharing, and laughing together. These templates help you encourage playful, imaginative engagement in seconds.
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Would You Rather questions tap directly into the imaginative spirit of drawing communities. By presenting two intriguing or quirky scenarios, members are nudged to compare, visualize, and even debate their creative preferences. This not only gets people talking but also encourages them to think outside the box and share insights into their artistic process or style.
The playful format breaks the ice, making it easy for both new and seasoned members to participate without pressure. It fosters a sense of camaraderie, as everyone reveals their unique perspectives and reasons. Over time, these lighthearted prompts build trust and connection, boosting overall engagement and helping members feel seen and valued.
Would you rather only draw with pencils forever or only use ink pens?
💡 Example: "I would pick ink pens because I love bold lines. What about you?"
Would you rather draw your favorite character blindfolded or with your non-dominant hand?
💡 Example: "Blindfolded! It sounds hilarious. Which would you try?"
Would you rather sketch every day for 10 minutes or once a week for 2 hours?
💡 Example: "Daily drawing keeps me inspired. What about you?"
Would you rather only draw animals or only draw people for a year?
💡 Example: "People, for sure! I love portraits. Which would you choose?"
Would you rather draw a giant mural or a tiny detailed mini-artwork?
💡 Example: "Mini-artworks are my thing. Anyone else?"
Would you rather have unlimited markers or unlimited colored pencils?
💡 Example: "Unlimited markers would be a dream."
Would you rather draw outdoors in the park or indoors at your desk?
💡 Example: "Outdoors for the fresh air! How about you?"
Would you rather illustrate a fantasy world or a futuristic city?
💡 Example: "Fantasy worlds are my jam. What would you pick?"
Would you rather only use black and white or only use bright colors?
💡 Example: "Bright colors make me happy! Which would you choose?"
Would you rather draw something from memory or from observation?
💡 Example: "Observation helps me improve. Anyone else?"
Would you rather create fan art or original characters for a month?
💡 Example: "Original characters! Love inventing new stories. What about you?"
Would you rather draw with only one color or with every color except your favorite?
💡 Example: "One color would be tough! Which would you pick?"
Would you rather spend an hour shading or inking your drawing?
💡 Example: "I love inking for the crisp lines. You?"
Would you rather draw with a group or solo?
💡 Example: "I prefer solo drawing for focus."
Would you rather have your art displayed in a gallery or go viral online?
💡 Example: "Gallery for me! Which would you choose?"
Would you rather draw with music or in silence?
💡 Example: "Music always inspires my sketches."
Would you rather collaborate on a comic or an illustrated storybook?
💡 Example: "Storybooks are so fun! What about you?"
Would you rather draw your own pet or a mythical creature?
💡 Example: "Mythical creature for sure! Which would you draw?"
Would you rather participate in a daily drawing challenge or a weekly one?
💡 Example: "Weekly keeps me motivated! How about you?"
Would you rather use only digital tools or only traditional tools for a month?
💡 Example: "Digital is my comfort zone. Which would you choose?"
Would you rather draw a detailed cityscape or a peaceful landscape?
💡 Example: "Landscape for the calm vibes. What about you?"
Would you rather only draw at night or only in the morning?
💡 Example: "Nighttime is my creative hour."
Would you rather draw using only circles or only straight lines for a day?
💡 Example: "Circles all the way! Who dares try this?"
Would you rather draw from a photo or from life?
💡 Example: "Life drawing feels more real to me."
Would you rather share your sketches or keep them private?
💡 Example: "I mostly keep mine private."
Would you rather draw every day for a year or take a month-long art break?
💡 Example: "Every day! Breaks are hard. What about you?"
Would you rather illustrate a children's book or design a video game character?
💡 Example: "Video game characters are so cool. Which would you choose?"
Would you rather draw with a time limit or no erasing allowed?
💡 Example: "No erasing would be wild! Anyone else?"
Would you rather create a self-portrait or a portrait of a stranger?
💡 Example: "Self-portraits help me learn. What do you prefer?"
Would you rather draw a scene from your favorite movie or favorite book?
💡 Example: "Book scenes spark my imagination. How about you?"
Would you rather be able to draw realistic faces or amazing scenery?
💡 Example: "Faces are my dream skill. Anyone else?"
Would you rather sketch with charcoal or watercolor pencils?
💡 Example: "Watercolor pencils blend so well! What about you?"
Would you rather draw in a busy coffee shop or a quiet library?
💡 Example: "Coffee shop for people watching."
Would you rather draw fan art for a popular series or for a lesser-known gem?
💡 Example: "I love supporting hidden gems. You?"
Would you rather design your own sketchbook cover or your favorite artist's?
💡 Example: "My own! It would be super personal. What about you?"
Would you rather draw a detailed map or a fantasy creature?
💡 Example: "Fantasy creatures are so fun. Who agrees?"
Would you rather draw with your favorite artist for a day or get a year of free art supplies?
💡 Example: "A day with my art hero would be priceless! What about you?"
Would you rather draw your dream home or your dream vacation spot?
💡 Example: "Dream vacation spot for sure!"
Would you rather fill a sketchbook in a month or finish one large canvas?
💡 Example: "Sketchbook for the variety! What would you do?"
Would you rather draw every day for fun or only for commissions?
💡 Example: "Drawing for fun keeps me passionate! You?"
Would you rather your art be known for its color or its detail?
💡 Example: "I want to be known for color!"
Pick a template from the list and post it as a standalone question or as part of a themed discussion day. Encourage members to explain their answers and tag a friend to join the conversation. Use images or quick sketches to illustrate the two options if your platform supports visuals. Consistency is key, so try sharing a Would You Rather prompt weekly or biweekly to establish a fun tradition.
All platforms: Use engaging visuals if possible, such as sketches of the two options. On chat-based platforms, pin the Would You Rather post for ongoing replies. On forums or social media, use hashtags like #DrawingWouldYouRather for easy tracking. Encourage replies with short explanations or quick doodles. Adjust timing based on your community's peak activity windows.
Absolutely! Prompts contrasting traditional mediums (like watercolor or graphite) with digital tools (such as Procreate or Photoshop) spark lively debates and help members share insights about their preferred workflows, challenges, and tools.
Frame your prompts around well-known artistic styles or genres—for example, 'Would you rather master hyperrealism or develop a unique cartoon style?' This encourages members to share their experiences and preferences, and can inspire themed community challenges or discussions.
Yes! Including prompts that reference popular drawing challenges or events (like Inktober, Sketchtember, or Art Fight) taps into shared experiences and can boost engagement, as members love to discuss their strategies, time management, and creative limitations.
Balance your prompts by referencing scenarios familiar to all levels—for instance, 'Would you rather spend an hour perfecting line art or jump straight into coloring?' This invites thoughtful responses from both newcomers learning the basics and seasoned artists honing their workflow.
Definitely! Prompts such as 'Would you rather overcome art block with daily doodles or by studying master artists?' or 'Would you prefer tackling hands or faces in anatomy practice?' validate members’ struggles, foster relatable conversations, and can lead to peer support.
Reference app-specific features or tools in your prompts, e.g., 'Would you rather use Procreate’s QuickShape tool or Clip Studio’s vector lines for clean sketches?' This sparks technical discussions and helps members share tips and tricks relevant to their preferred platforms.
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