hey guys! quick statement about the accusations!
I want to address the recent discussion around me using AI images on my skins.
I understand that people have strong feelings about generative AI, and I respect that everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Conversations about ethics, environmental impact, and artistic value are valid, even when we don’t agree.
That said, I want to be clear about my own work and my boundaries.
For the past five years, my creative process has always involved references, drawing, research, and different digital tools. AI images from pinterest is simply one of the tools I may use along the way.
Finding references for my skins has always been a long and arduous process for me, but fortunately I discovered Pinterest and all the pics available there, as well as elsewhere on the internet. I've never hidden the fact that I use photos to achieve the result I want, and it makes no difference to me how a photo was taken, as long as it's suitable as a source material. That does not replace my ideas, decisions, or the time and effort I put into creating. The concepts, editing, and final results are still my responsibility and my work.
СС creators have always used whatever tools help them achieve the vision they have in mind, and creative workflows naturally evolve over time. Using tools does not erase the skill, experience, or intention behind what someone creates.
You are free to disagree with my approach, but disagreement shouldn’t turn into personal attacks or accusations about someone’s character or ethics. We can have different views without hostility.
I respect creators who choose not to use reference pictures, [ai or not] and I ask for the same respect in return for my choices. If my workflow doesn’t align with your values, you’re completely free not to engage with or use my content - and that’s okay.
I’d like to move forward and keep the focus on creating and sharing work rather than continuing conflict. I'm very sorry if anyone was disappointed in me, but I've never hidden the fact that I use reference photos to create my cc.
This will be my final statement, thank you!
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same happened when photoshop became a thing and digital art became reachable for everyone.
Is it an accusation if it's true, or just a statement?
Using AI references is one thing but I would really like a clear stance of whether or not you use AI to generate things like your skins or even to edit your preview images. This announcement just seems to not be really transparent and I really am curious. Do you use generative AI to edit your preview images or not?
Yes, I use generative AI in part of my workflow — for some references and minor preview editing. I started exploring it more after the recent backlash, because I realized that some people had already decided how they wanted to view my work regardless of what I explained. Instead of continuing to defend my process, I chose to focus on improving it. Using AI to generate more complex reference images has helped me create better visuals and refine my work further. Everyone decides for themselves which tools to use, and this is part of mine.
So what you’re saying is that you’ve been using AI to skip the ‘hard work’; everything else is just sugarcoating.
Sure! Whatever speaks to you 🙏🏼
While I mostly disagree with AI usage, I respect your stance and right to use whatever works for you. I also agree that while everyone is entitled to an opinion, personal attacks are never okay. You can be a good person and hold your beliefs without turning it into an internet war. I never understood why people think being good means attacking others’ character. I’m glad you spoke up.
Thank you so much for your opinion! I appreciate that you are respecting me and my workflows! 🙏🏼 As I’ve mentioned before, using references and images in my skins only accounts for a small portion of the work I put into creating them. I’ve never claimed to be a professional artist, I’m just someone who loves this game and wants to contribute as much variety and cool content as I can. I try to make the most of every opportunity I have. It was disheartening when some people dismissed all my efforts just because I used reference images (real pictures, or ai). For some, it was a surprise to learn that I use photo observation techniques to create my skins. But this is how most creators, myself included, have learned to make our own skins. I really admire those who don’t rely on this method and have the drawing skills to create from scratch.. something I personally can’t do without more experience. That’s why I use different approaches to create cool content that people can enjoy as i do! I truly appreciate your understanding and non-judgmental perspective. The last 20 hours have been very challenging for me, seeing comments like this is so refreshing . Thank you!
AI is a tool, nothing more. It does not subtract from someone's creativity. It adds to it. Keep up the good work.
thank you so much for kind words and understanding my statement! <3 lots of love