I think sometimes when you spend a lot of time working on a piece (be it artwork, literature or whatever else), whatever impact it would have on the viewer, you become used to, so it loses its initial punch. As a result I think a lot of artists/creatives in general have a lower view of their work than others... Or at least, I think so, because I adore this piece! The texturing throughout is fantastic, and so is your choice of colours... I love it!
THE SECRET OF NIIIIIHM
the crystal ball that water the glow the smoke you did a good job <3