As long as you bring your creative thoughts into an AI artwork. sometimes it's just the easier thing to do. But it can stunt personal growth as an artist, Not using AI is best for improving art skills. Either way, Do whatever you feel is right, and don't feel pressured by any side that might try and bully you
I don't mind AI images, they're only as strong as the AI alongside the creative power of those instructing it with their visions. Sure, stock images exist, but when you make a unique image that can't be found anywhere else, even with the assistance of AI, it still came from your mind, which makes it powerful in it's own right. I do think if you created it solely from your own mind, and artistic ability, it would be far superior, but I still enjoyed everything you've produced regardless. No matter the process, I still enjoy the things that come from your brain, just keep going in the direction that makes you feel most comfortable. It'll reflect in your work 😺
Regarding the part at 14:34, my opinions on this have changed I have a video talking about it ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jPPptaW7aAA.htmlsi=PbjIh2T9FXRcpueW
your drawings are Extremely Special in a very deep way, you are a amazing artist! you have your own quirks when you draw, and the way you draw them just brings the images to life honestly. Thank you for showing these!
Had this in my watch later for a while, got some time to watch through it. I really liked the page around when you got scarlet/violet that has all the tiny doodles packed in together. Thanks for showing this all!!