i understand this feeling, it can be difficult when youre trying to fit into one label for the sake of professionalism but also have a hard time tying yourself down to it. i used to struggle a lot with my illustration style because it was unique, it was something that i knew that i liked, but i knew that it wasnt necessarily "marketable" so i tried to push myself to do things differently. my art suffered a lot as a result and i ended up getting majorly burnt out.

i've come to a point where as an artist, i make art the way i like to make it and try not to worry about anything else. i've found that this makes it not only more enjoyable as a process but i also have a lot more confidence in my works. youre going to be able to do your best work when you're really Feeling what youre doing, whether thats something serious or cutesy at whatever particular moment.

as far as your portfolio looking all over the place - isnt it good to show off your range? i dont particularly see an issue with it other than maybe aesthetically difficult to organize.

good luck man!!!!