Lava Inspired Character

On the 19th of October, in our Visual Design class, we were shown how to achieve the lava effect on rocks and how to apply it on them. We did a small test on a picture of a sculpture. We edited it and added the lava to see how it would like as a "Molten Creature". I am quite satisfied with this one:

Then, at the end of the class, we were asked to create a character of our own, using this newly learned lava technique. 

It took me 2 weeks to post this because I took the time to research about the meaning of volcanoes (which eventually had no significance), look up references and try to create a character. I decided to base my character off on "Forest Sprites/Spirits". Those creatures that protect the balance of the forest - in this case a Mortar Sprite that controls the balance of lava and mountains (volcano) so it remains dormant.

I need more time to finish it because I ran across to a few more issues about the design of this character but eventually finished it and I am very pleased with the final outcome:

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Here is a mood-board of the references I used which guided and inspired me through the character's creation: