Sunny (aka kore.cob) is a star in the fandom, always brightening our days (pun intended) with her memes and textposts! Learn more about this uber fan and lovely creator in our interview with them!

2021 marks the second year for the fandom’s Octoblore art/cosplay/fanfic challenge! Read on for the experience of ten artists who took part this year - the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned.

Fan artist and editor Natalie @kores_diary made a series of paper dolls based on the ladies of Lore Olympus!

Planningwithsacentity is a 23 years old civil engineer from Spain who is currently studying a major degree. When not studying she loves to watch comedy series/movie, doing crazy makeup to go nowhere, and pretending that she’s good at writing stories and drawing (she is!).

Cosmic is a college student from Texas. When not tormenting her OCs, she rewatches Bojack Horseman or Tuca and Bertie for the 1058th time.

“You can learn so much from studying other’s work and putting your own spin on it.” -Riley

“Every time I look at my art and smile, I know that every moment was worth it.” - Mielle

“Finished” is better than “perfect”. Beating yourself up over perfection isn’t productive! - Chela

Holden is an adult who lives in the Yee Haw United States who has a full time job in a pharmacy and spends a considerable amount of time thinking about a blue man and a pink woman.

“Practice doesn't necessarily mean perfect, but it does mean progress. The teacher in me knows this from experience! Be resilient, and you will start to see progress.” -Jo

“You’re never gonna jump out of the gate with complete mastery of something. You’re going to fail, but you’re also going to learn and get better.” - Cat