#dELFcember day 31 (and a complete challenge!), prompt - #yoursElf ....to which I say that *I* don't exist in the #tockthegnome world (that I've been mostly focusing on) but Mariatu certainly does! She's been a part of the story since before Tock herself even existed, and certainly stands more for me than any other character (and Misu, for my Wife 💙). She stands for much of who I thought I wanted to be when I created her as a teenager, and much of who I do want to be in the world now. She's evolved with me, and for that I am very grateful. The #gnome she's holding is based on the #uppsala Gnome from the books by #rienpoortvliet and #wilhyugen, in honor of my Gnomishness (even though dear Maraitu ended up #elven ! Which, honestly, just shows how far back she goes - but that full story is for another time). Prompt list from @monicamarinhoart - thanks for sticking with me for another challenge, everyone. Absolutely taking a break from these now. And I hope everyone has a safe, smooth end to 2018, with a blessed and bright start to 2019! #drawingchallenge #completechallenge #challengecomplete #elf #elves #bonusart #fae #faerie #pencildrawing #bodypositive #sizepositive #traditionalart #fantasyart #magic #growth #selfcare #gratitude #happynewyear https://www.instagram.com/p/BsD3YpFgLJ2/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=4iuifhcksl0y