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Drawings of Red Spider Lilies - Enchanting Blooms

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0900

In Japan, around the autumn equinox, red spider lilies bloom like crimson flames. Often used as a motif in art, their vivid color evokes a sense of fleeting beauty tinged with something darker. Elegance and eeriness intertwine in this haunting flower.

Spin a web with this collection of illustrations featuring red spider lilies.

Drawings Featuring Kinmokusei Flowers - Fall is in the Air

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 17:00:00 +0900

If there’s one thing that signals the arrival of fall in Japan, it’s the smell of kinmokusei flowers! Kinmokusei, otherwise known as fragrant olive flowers or sweet osmanthus, are considered one of Japan’s three most distinctly scented flowers, alongside daphnes (jincho-ge) in early spring and the common gardenia (kuchinashi) in early summer. With their signature star-like petals and sweet and heady fragrance, these orange-yellow blossoms dance in the wind, carrying the scent of autumn with them everywhere. You can almost hear the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot and smell the crisp autumnal air through these illustrations, don’t you think?

What scents remind you of autumn the most?

Drawings Featuring Red Spider Lilies - Beckoning from the Other Side

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 17:00:00 +0900

As the days get shorter and the nights longer, one flower starts to bloom in earnest: the red spider lily. Commonly known as higanbana in Japan, red spider lilies are said to have over a thousand different names, many of them disturbing, such as 死人花 (shibitobana, lit. “corpse flower”) and 地獄花 (jigokubana, lit. “hell flower”). Due to their poisonous nature and blood-red petals, it’s no wonder they’re strongly associated with the dead in Japanese culture. Regardless, they have an eerie beauty that’s hard to ignore, don’t you think?

Knowing their symbolism, do these illustrations featuring red spider lilies feel different to you now?

[Featured Articles] Drawings of Flowers - Have a Bouquet-tiful Day

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:00:00 +0900

Here on pixiv, you can find many themed articles featuring illustrations from our wonderful users uploaded daily!

For today’s article, the pixiv team has handpicked a wide range of flower illustrations. From illustrations featuring seasonal blooms to breathtaking floral portraits, today’s article is sure to satisfy all flower enthusiasts!

We hope this collection helps you find your new favorite drawing or gives you inspiration for your next illustration project!

Drawings Featuring Kinmokusei Flowers - Autumnal Scents!

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 17:00:00 +0900

The kinmokusei, known as the fragrant olive or sweet osmanthus, is more than just a flower; it's an aromatic herald of autumn. With petals that resemble tiny stars, these blossoms cluster on branches, subtly shifting from pale yellow to a zestful orange. These dainty darlings dance in the autumn breeze, painting gardens and parks with their hue. For many, the kinmokusei isn't just a flower; it's a memory, a feeling, a sign of the season's gentle shift.

Enjoy this collection of drawings featuring these pretty flowers!

Drawings Featuring Red Spider Lilies - Beauty with an Otherworldly Aura

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 17:00:00 +0900

Known by a number of names in Japan, the red spider lily is a gorgeous flower that is considered the beacon of fall, which is when they're usually seen blooming along highways and byways. They're even planted around rice paddies because their toxins help ward off would-be pests and invaders.

Red spider lilies are associated with death and were once believed to guide souls to their next reincarnation, which makes it fitting for Kikyo (from Inuyasha) to be surrounded by them.

Have any of the illustrations below stunned you with their beauty?

Drawings Featuring Gerberas - As Fresh as a Daisy

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0900

Gerberas, a member of the Asteraceae family, are beautiful flowers with colorful petals. Coming in a variety of colors, like red, orange, and pink, these flowers give off an energetic and lovely impression. They are said to represent hope and progress in the language of flowers.

Nazuna Nito (from Ensemble Stars!) has a smile almost as bright as the bouquet of gerberas he’s holding.

Hopefully, some of the illustrations below will be a bright spot in your day!

Drawings of Autumn Foliage - Gorgeous Fall Colors!

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 18:00:00 +0900

It’s that time of year again! The time when autumn-themed illustrations start to see a resurgence in popularity on pixiv. And it’s no wonder, considering how delightfully colorful some of these pictures are.

Kyojuro Rengoku (from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba) may be the Flame Hashira, but his hair fits well with autumn foliage. Naganohara Yoimiya (from Genshin Impact) looks simply radiant.

Do the leaves change color in your area?

Drawings of Cosmos Flowers - A Symbol of Innocence~

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 17:00:00 +0900

Cosmos flowers bloom in the fall, dyeing the world hues of pinks, purples, reds, yellows, and more. It’s common in illustrations to see them paired with characters dressed for brisk autumn weather. If you’re into flower symbolism, cosmoses are often thought of as representing innocence.

How might you incorporate cosmos flowers into your illustrations?

Drawings of Kinmokusei - A Sweet Fragrance...

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 17:00:00 +0900

Kinmokusei (金木犀) is a fragrant small tree also known by its scientific name Osmanthus fragrans. The leaves are reminiscent of those of an olive tree, but the flowers are a soft shade of orange, or even yellow, which might be the reason for the character meaning gold (金, kin) in its name.

Typically coming into bloom in October, this tree's flowers and their gentle scent is already in the air in Japan. What flowers are blooming in your region this time of year?

Drawings of Red Spider Lilies - Symbolism at Its Finest

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 18:00:00 +0900

Red spider lilies typically bloom in autumn, and in Japan, the best time to see them is in October. There’s an eerie beauty to them, as the vivid color is reminiscent of blood, and they’re strongly associated with cemeteries and the dead in Japanese folklore.

Knowing that, the illustrations below take on another level of nuance, don’t they? Why do you think Kanao (from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba) is smelling a red spider lily?

Drawings of Susuki Grass Fields - Swaying in the Autumn Breeze

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0900

The color change we see in autumn makes for beautiful scenery while we enjoy our walks through the park or weekend drives through the mountains. One such sight is a field of Susuki grass (ススキ, Chinese silver grass). A fluffy field as far as the eye can see may just leave you inspired.

Hyakkimaru might need Dororo’s (both from Dororo) help to experience Susuki grass. Since these fields are seasonal, visiting one in person might be difficult. But you can see Susuki grass any time through the illustrations below!

Drawings of Autumn Flowers - A Final Burst of Color

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 17:00:00 +0900

Cosmos flowers, dahlias, spider lilies, and fragrant olives... The autumn flowers that herald the arrival of the fall are a lovely burst of color before winter takes hold. Enjoy the scenery, filled with flowers and greenery, before the world grows devoid of life for a season.

What’s your favorite autumn flower?

Drawings of Gerberas - So many colors and meanings!

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 17:00:00 +0900

The colorful blossoms of gerberas can brighten any bouquet or flower bed. Each color has a different meaning, so there's a lot to enjoy about this flower.

Today we're featuring drawings of gerberas. Enjoy the beautiful blooms of spring!

How to Draw Flowers (Big Flowers/Flower Crowns) - Too Beautiful for Words

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 19:00:00 +0900

Flowers are more than just lovely decorations. Each type and color also express a deeper hidden meaning.

Bright petals that exude purity, a wonderful present bursting with happiness, a bouquet that promises everlasting love, or even a single stem that tells a tragic story; today we're teaching you how to draw flowers to capture a wide range of emotions. Whether its a big bunch of gorgeous flowers or a single flower full of symbolism, the possibilities are endless. Enjoy.

Drawings of Cosmos Flowers - The cherry blossoms of autumn are in full bloom.

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 18:00:00 +0900

Cosmos is a flower that blooms in autumn. The Japanese name for this flower is akizakura (秋桜; literally the cherry blossoms of autumn) because its petals resemble the cherry blossoms.

This time we're featuring illustrations of cosmos flowers. Enjoy the colorful autumn cherry blossoms that bloom fully under the autumn sky!

Drawings of Fragrant Olive - The scent of gold.

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 19:00:00 +0900

Fragrant olive (Osmanthus fragrans) is a lovely orange flower. They are often planted in gardens and hold a sweet fragrance that can be enjoyed throughout autumn.

Today we are featuring illustrations of the fragrant olive. Enjoy.

Drawings of Red Spider Lilies - Beckoned to nirvana.

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 19:00:00 +0900

Though the red spider lilies are known to bloom in the fall season, they are heavily associated with the Buddhist services that take place during the equinoctial week. The symbolism they're associated with gives them a bewitching kind of charm that fascinates many.

Today we are featuring illustrations of red spider lilies. Enjoy.

Drawings of Chrysanthemum Flowers - The elegant fragrance.

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 17:00:00 +0900

Chrysanthemum is one of Japan's national flowers and has been cultivated since ancient times. In the language of flowers, chrysanthemum represents nobility and elegance. The definition is perfect for the flower's exquisite appearance.

Today we are featuring illustrations of chrysanthemum. Enjoy.

What a colorful season! Autumnal Drawings

Sun, 01 Oct 2017 17:00:00 +0900

Summer is over, and we can finally say goodbye to the scorching sunlight. Finally, the cool and colorful autumn is here! Trees are dazzling with yellow and red leaves, and seasonal food will make everyone happy. In Japan, autumn is thought to be the season for reading and for art. Because of its perfect temperature and low humidity, you can spend this season doing whatever you want!

Today we feature some atmospheric autumnal illustrations. They will make you enjoy autumn even more!