Presenting the June pixiv Monthly International Illustration Awards Winners

The pixiv Monthly Illustration Awards (aka pixivMILA) are our monthly awards event designed to showcase outstanding original creations from pixiv's international community!

Winning creators get the chance to be featured on our official social media platforms and to win a cash prize!

We are incredibly thankful to all the creators worldwide who support our platform, and we are committed to giving back by highlighting their artistic talents and increasing their visibility.

Now, let's jump right into the June pixivMILA winners!

Selecting the winners was no easy task, given the embarrassment of riches we had in terms of quality, originality, and individuality, but we persisted nonetheless!

Keep scrolling to see the works that stole our hearts this month!

First Prize

uphill

by Chi@貓貓

From the pixiv PR team: The vivid colors and sunlight filtering through trees evocatively depict early summer, conveying both the feel of the season and time of day.

The light filtering through the trees is not a single shade but a blend, with shadows along the foreground path depicted in green tones, incorporating a diverse palette into a single illustration.

The piece masterfully balances the amount of detail in each of its parts, using variations in density and silhouette to create a palpable sense of depth. In particular, the detailing from the ground near the girl's feet to the background impressively crafts a convincing three-dimensional space.

アナログ水彩画の練習

by EUDETENIS

From the pixiv PR team: This artwork catches the eye from afar. Its lively use of vitaminic yellows against complementary blues creates a dynamic visual impact. The interplay of shadows and the luminous quality of the inner blue highlights introduce a unique summer atmosphere that sets it apart from the other winning entries. The use of a limited color palette in the bangs reflects the artist's mastery of analog techniques.

pixiv Art Debut Award

夜巡

by Ao1Pinata

From the pixiv PR team: The night scene depicted here is deeply cinematic, reminiscent of a dramatic movie sequence.

Each window in the background is uniquely rendered, and the skillful depictions of the structure of the stairs and buildings adds credibility to the space. The composition is simple yet effective, created with essential lines that draw attention not only to the charming girl, but to the entire setting.

Congratulations to all the pixivMILA creators featured this month!

pixiv is working hard to give the spotlight to creators all around the world!

We hope to see more of your amazing works on pixiv soon!