Presenting the June pixiv Monthly International Illustration Awards Winners - Marvel at the skillful use of perspective!

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.

From the pixiv PR team: The artist's intended theme is powerfully expressed through the illustration alone, without the need for words.

The mermaid's ephemeral and sorrowful expression is delicately portrayed, and the ethereal beauty of the setting harmonizes beautifully with the disturbing dystopian elements like tubes and IV drips. The texture differences between the fluidsーin the aquarium near the bathtub and the IV bagsーare also depicted with remarkable precision.

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.

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.