So uh, I'm not a pro artist myself, but from what else I've heard: Tracing is good, in private! It can help you better understand the anatomy of the thing you're drawing and how to draw it better, but ultimately you should try drawing the thing on your own (with reference if needed) and improve from there. Drawing it on your own also makes sure it fits in with your art style. Hope I'm not making you take a step in the wrong direction ggradfjeif ''}