As an artist I can confirm, there's a certain romance in capturing the moment as it is. Drawing from a photo is good, but is just not the same.
So, nice excuse, Chokki chan
You get exactly one teacher like this in art school and the rest are hyper-opinionated narcissists who put down students to feel better about their own failed careers. Don’t go to art school, kids. Just build your portfolio, watch instructional YouTube videos, and practice at home. Take all that tuition money and buy supplies and studio equipment.