I'm sad to hear about Critique Arena. I was ready to bring on more intensity for that this year, as I gradually build my portfolio.
For those who may be looking for a different option of having a monthly prompt challenge, I did some research while prepping for the new year, and I even made a couple lists of my own.
My Disney list (50 prompts, 1 character/illustration each)
My Harry Potter prompt list (10 prompts) is for September, and I just have animals for this, but you can easily switch it up.
I'll be sharing my progress here as I try to draw every day in 2023.