402+ ‘Art’ Writing Prompts
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Discovering a New Art form
Write about an artistic hobby you’ve always been curious to try and imagine what it would be like to take…
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Journey into Colors
Draw a picture of an imaginary friend and use words to describe all the colors you’ve used to bring them…
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Transformative Disguise
A spy must assume the identity of an internationally renowned celebrity to retrieve top confidential information. How does the fame…
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The Art of the Swap
Pen a persuasive letter to someone in your life, proposing a trade of two belongings.
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Tale of the Magic Brush
Write a story about a magical paintbrush which brings to life anything it draws or paints.
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Ministering Monet Masterpiece
Imagine you are a famous artist painting your next great masterpiece. Describe how you feel and what you are creating.
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After the Last Curtain Call
Describe the life of a great performer or artist after they have lost their gift.
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Tech Alter Ego
Imagine you could invent a robot version of yourself and list all the features it would have.
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The Easter Bunny’s Diary
Imagine you are the Easter Bunny and write a diary entry about your busiest day – Easter Sunday.
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Technological Domination
Pen a story set in a world where technology has advanced to the point it controls human life completely.
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The Magic of Art
Document the process of creating a piece of art or craft, detailing each step and the final result.
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An Enchanted Painting
Imagine you can step into a famous historical painting. Describe what you see, hear, and feel.
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Valentine’s Sorcerer
Imagine being a sorcerer tasked with creating love potions for Valentine’s Day.
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Festival Farewells
Write about the final night of Dia de las fallas, when all the sculptures are set ablaze.
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Master of Disguise
Devise a character who switches identities in a high stakes game, leading a dual life as both a hero and…
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The Unseen Enemy
Create a narrative where the antagonist remains a mystery until the end, misleading the protagonist and readers.
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Egg Harmonics
Eggs play a vital role in Easter, but in your world, they vibrate, making music only on this day.
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The Painter’s Sketch
Illustrate an artist passionately falling for their muse during the creation of a masterpiece.
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The Final Exhibition
A renowned art dealer is found murdered at his gallery, leaving behind only peculiar art pieces as clues.
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Global Music Journey
Choose a musical instrument from a foreign culture, research, and write about its history, use and importance within that culture.
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Garden of Dreams
Imagine a garden that grows not just plants but also your deepest desires, dreams, and emotions.
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Invisible Art Heist
Write a story about a famous piece of artwork that mysteriously vanishes from a museum without any visible traces.
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Inside the Painting
Select your favorite painting or artistic piece of work and imagine stepping into its world. Describe your experiences and interactions…
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The Magic Paintbrush
Write a story where you have a magic paintbrush that can bring your drawings to life.
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Painting by Words
Imagine a famous painting and use it as a prompt for your story. Describe the characters, setting and plot inspired…
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School of Silly Stereotypes
Create a story about a school where everyone’s profession is the exact opposite of what you would expect.
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Expression Through Art
Detail how a particular form of art serves as an outlet for personal expression and dive into its therapeutic attributes.
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The Great Debate: Art vs. Craft
Argue for or against the separation of art and craft in terms of hierarchy and value.
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Role of Art in Society
Investigate the role and importance of art in society, using a few historical or contemporary examples for support.
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The Art of Critique
Write a detailed review of a recent art exhibition, art film, or live performance that you attended.
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Artistic Influence
Discuss an artist who has greatly influenced you and evaluate their impact on your personal and artistic growth.
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The Art of Distraction
Present a suspect who deliberately behaves suspiciously to draw attention away from the real culprit.
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Alien Artist
Design a graphic novel with an alien as a graphic artist looking for inspiration on Earth.
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Apocalyptic Renaissance
Imagine a zombie apocalypse that triggers a renaissance of arts and culture.
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Autumn Knitting Tales
Write a story woven around the theme of knitting, with November as the backdrop.
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The Art of Hygge
Write a story about what Hygge – the Danish concept of comfort and well-being, means to you.
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The Extracurricular Excel
Describe an extracurricular activity you participated in and how it enhanced your school life.
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Renaissance Christmas Revels
Invent a Christmas feast held in the Renaissance court of a European monarch.
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Enchanted Artistry
In a world where art comes to life, imagine a young protagonist who is an artist with the ability to…
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The Subtle Art of Revealing
Construct a character who has a secret and reveal it casually in conversation without changing the overall tone and pace.
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Journey to the Candy Land
Imagine you’re on a quest to find a magical candy kingdom. Describe your journey and the challenges you face.
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The Art Within Meteorology
Consider how various meteorological phenomena have been represented in art and literature.
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Artistic Assassination
Capture a tale where a famous sculptor murders using his immaculate sculptures.
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Culinary Catastrophe
Imagine a world where a renowned chef uses exotic foods as his modus operandi for murder.
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My Special Talent
Describe a special talent or skill that you possess, providing a backstory of how you discovered and nurtured this talent.
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The Color of Emotions
Link each emotion to a color and create a piece of art based on the most prominent emotion you’re feeling…
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Exploring Artistic Styles
Sketch or paint your favorite famous artwork in your journal, then write about what you love about it.
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Animating Inanimate
Choose an inanimate object and write as if you were that object coming to life in a painting.
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Art Styles Through Time
Choose one object and describe it in three different artistic styles (Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism) and discuss how each style changes…
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Masterpiece Creation
Describe in detail a mythical masterpiece painting that tells a story important to you.
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Art’s Evolution
Choose two artworks from different periods by the same artist, compare and discuss the evolution of their style.
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Abstract Analyzation
Write an essay about an abstract art piece, interpreting what you feel it represents.
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The Elements of Art
Choose an artwork and break down its elements – Line, Shape, Color, Texture, Space, Form, and Value.
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Dual Lightsaber Mastery
Detail how Ahsoka’s unique dual lightsaber combat style contributed to her character’s individualistic and distinct representation.
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Prehistoric Picasso
Imagine you’re a prehistoric artist tasked with telling the story of your tribe’s greatest hunt on a cave wall.
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Underneath the Rising Sun
Write a story where your character journeys through Edo Japan and interacts with the samurais, traders and artisans.
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Castle Whisperings
In your story, revisit a famous Irish Castle in the middle ages. Narrate a significant event that unfolded in the…
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Shoemaker Tales
Write about your profession as a leprechaun cobblers, crafting shoes with precision and a touch of magic.
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World Tour from Home
Describe your favorite foreign country hobby or activity you discovered through books or media.
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No More Junk Foods
Write a persuasive essay on why junk food should not be served in school cafeterias.
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Customizing a Personal Pokemon Partner
If you could have your ideal, personally customized Pokemon as a companion, what would it look like and what abilities…
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Journey To Become a Pokemon Master
Write about a young trainer’s relentless journey towards mastering the art of Pokemon training.
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The Shape of Creativity
Write about an object of your own creation, imagining it to be as wondrous and unique as Rowena Ravenclaw’s diadem.
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Disguised Dialogues
Engage as the ghost writer hired to write secret coded messages for a powerful entity.
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Mastering the Monologue
Write a monologue from the perspective of a beloved fanfic character, expressing their deepest fears, hopes, or secrets.
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Romancing the Renaissance
Write a love story between characters from 21st-century popular culture who find themselves in the enchanting yet tumultuous period of…
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Hidden Secrets of Naruto
Imagine if Naruto had another secret art other than Rasengan. What would it be and how would it impact the…