I have started testing image ideas much earlier in the workflow instead of waiting for a full design pass. For concept art, campaign visuals, mockups, and product storytelling, early image drafting helps me see whether a direction feels clear before more time gets spent polishing it. One tool I have been trying for that stage is ERNIE Image . What makes this workflow useful is speed. A quick draft can expose weak composition, unclear mood, or a prompt direction that sounds good but does not hold up visually. That is especially helpful when the goal is not a final asset yet, but a fast decision about whether the idea is worth developing. I do not see AI image drafting as a replacement for final creative work. I see it as a way to reduce wasted effort earlier. If the rough version already communicates the idea, the next round is easier to justify. If it does not, it is better to find that out before the heavier work begins.…