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Sitting at the water's edge, feet submerged, watching the ripples spreading softly across the surface, is sure to chase the heat away. In these illustrations, characters spending quiet, unhurried moments by the sea or poolside exude a refreshing, captivating atmosphere.

Take your shoes off for this collection of illustrations featuring feet & legs in the water.

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As hot days stretch on, nothing sounds better than drifting lazily in a pool or lying by the water's edge. There's something about giving yourself over to the water that feels like stepping into another world, cradled in refreshing weightlessness.

Drift away with this collection of illustrations featuring characters in water.

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Adorning the water's surface in vivid colors, water lilies and lotus flowers carry a quiet, otherworldly beauty. With glimmers of light dancing across their bright petals, it's easy to see why they have long been celebrated in fine art and sacred iconography alike.

Float into this collection of illustrations featuring water lilies and lotus flowers.

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The rippling surface of the water, a falling droplet, a burst of spray surging upward in a single explosive moment… These illustrations are so precisely rendered that you can almost feel the refreshing water pouring over your fingertips.

Submerge in this collection of illustrations featuring beautifully rendered water.

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The shoreline, where waves endlessly crash against the land, is a place of restless, captivating beauty. The spray that leaps up with each breaking wave, the shimmer of sunlight dancing across the water's surface… These uniquely beautiful sights can only be found here.

Wade into this collection of illustrations featuring the water's edge.

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When something drops into the water or brushes the surface, ripples spread outward in concentric circles. Illustrations featuring these fleeting moments of motion are strangely enchanting. Artistic depictions of ripples often carry a sense of stillness and lingering emotion, as if time itself has been gently captured on the canvas.

Make waves with this collection of illustrations featuring ripples.

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Slip into a hot spring and feel the warmth slowly seep into your core, easing your body and melting your worries away. Each spring has its own unique mineral qualities, making it tempting to hop from bath to bath and savor each one.

Soak it all in with this collection of illustrations featuring hot springs.

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Bathtubs come in all shapes and sizes, from classic clawfoot tubs to modern models with jets and mood lighting. They're the perfect spot to kick back and soak your stress away while enjoying your favorite show or tunes.

Turn on the tap for this collection of illustrations featuring bathtubs.

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On pixiv, the tag 半水面 (lit. half-submerged) is often used for illustrations where part of the canvas is beneath the water. These artworks highlight the vivid contrast between land and sea, the shimmering beauty of the water’s surface, and the dynamic movement of the waves.

Hold your breath for this collection of illustrations featuring half-submerged scenes.

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From puddles in the road to serene lakes and ponds, the world mirrored on the surface of water is surreal yet beautiful. These illustrations capture not just the reflections of the sky and surrounding scenery, but sometimes reveal things that shouldn’t be there at all…

Stare into another world with this collection of illustrations featuring reflections in water.

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From leisurely boats drifting along gentle streams to rugged fishing vessels crashing through ocean spray and cargo ships shrinking into the distant horizon, sea-faring vessels come in many forms. They may not be part of everyone’s daily lives, but they anchor themselves deep in our collective imagination. The sight of a sailboat gliding across the water or a lone figure aboard a ship is enough to get you wondering what story lies behind the scene.

Set sail with this collection of illustrations featuring boats and ships!

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A face doubled in glass or on the water’s surface… Illustrations use reflections as a portal to another world just beyond reality. The line between the real and the surreal blurs, creating mysterious and enchanting imagery.

See double with this collection of illustrations featuring reflections.

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Crystal-clear surfaces, bursts of water leaping playfully into the air, ripples that dance elegantly in the light… These artworks portray water so vividly you can almost hear the gentle sound of it splashing. From intricate details to breathtakingly realistic textures, the clarity and beauty of these depictions of water are truly captivating.

Stay hydrated with this collection of illustrations featuring beautifully rendered water.

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You can almost hear the soft ripple of water in these tranquil waterside scenes with characters gently surrendering themselves to the water’s embrace. The shimmering, dreamlike quality of these illustrations creates scenes plucked straight from a fairytale.

Make waves with this collection of illustrations featuring characters in water.

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When the hustle and bustle of daily life wears you out, what could be better than relaxing in a toasty hot spring? Just imagine escaping the noise of the city, stretching out in a spacious bath, and letting the warm, gentle waters melt away your stress. It’s pure relaxation at its finest.

Unwind with these stunning illustrations featuring hot springs that are sure to leave you rejuvenated.

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Naturally occurring patterns can be found everywhere in our lives, one of the most common being ripples. Easily set off by something as minor as a raindrop or a pebble, these rings continue to expand and move along the surface of the water as though Mother Nature herself were painting them. Although beautiful enough on their own, artists on pixiv have taken ripples to another level to create otherworldly images that will make you rethink the way you view these undulating rings. Sometimes, all it takes is a single drop of water to reveal the truth or put a story into motion.

Did any of the illustrations below cause a stirring in your heart?

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Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the rippling, glistening water’s surface? The good news is you can find out by exploring the #半水面 (lit. “half-underwater”) tag on pixiv, which is used for illustrations featuring POVs of scenes both above and underwater! This style of drawing offers viewers a unique perspective that isn’t visible to the characters themselves, making us feel like we’re witnessing a private and intimate moment. It’s also a great way to create a contrast between the “real” world and the imaginary, resulting in fantastical scenes you won’t find anywhere else!

The next time you’re submerged in water, try imagining what worlds of wonder lie beneath your feet—the answer may surprise you!

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Who is that face I see, staring straight back at me? Bodies of water can serve as mirrors, but not always—sometimes, they show you what isn’t apparent on the surface but what’s real on the inside. At times, ghostly memories of days long past, and other times, alternate universes demanding your attention, these watery reflections seem to beckon the viewer to open the door to different possibilities.

Go ahead and wade into this ethereal world of reflections, but be careful—one drop in the ocean might be all it takes to shatter the illusion.

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