pixivision - Illustration features tagged monochrome

Drawings in Black & White - Shades of Grey

Fri, 30 May 2025 17:00:00 +0900

Composed of only black, white, and the infinite gradients in between, these illustrations possess a distinct atmosphere that color can’t replicate. Stripped of vibrant hues, these works draw attention to the essence of the art: the character’s expressions, the strength of composition, and the subtle mood of the scene.

Get back to the basics with this collection of illustrations rendered without color.

Drawings in Black and White versus in Color - Beauty in Both

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 17:00:00 +0900

On the one hand, we have a swirling kaleidoscope of colors, a bright and explosive world that stops you in your tracks and demands your full attention. On the other is a quiet interplay of light and shadow, with varying shades of black, white, and gray creating striking portraits that take your breath away. Whichever type of illustration you prefer, both are equally stunning and bring something different to the table.

Are you Team Silent-and-Monochrome or Team Loud-and-Colorful? Have a look at the following illustrations and find the beauty in both!

Drawings Featuring White and Black Themes - Like Yin and Yang!

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 17:00:00 +0900

The black-and-white duo is a timeless combination, isn't it?
Now, we know what you're thinking. Black and white? Isn't that a little cliche? Well, let us assure you that the absence of color sometimes paints the most captivating stories!

Whether it's characters in ethereal white or shrouded in mysterious black, each drawing in this feature will be sure to pique your interest. Enjoy!

Black-and-White Drawings VS Vibrant Colors - Which Do You Prefer?

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 18:00:00 +0900

Richly colored illustrations can have quite an impact on the viewer. There’s an almost psychedelic quality to drawings like these, giving you the impression that you’re glimpsing another world.

Contrast the effect with that of black-and-white illustrations. It takes another set of artistic skills to color with only hues of black, white, and gray. While these drawings might seem muted when compared to their vibrantly colored counterparts, they can still manage to leave a strong impact.

Which do you prefer?

Drawings Tagged with “Greyscale” - A World Colored Like an Overcast Sky

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0900

Grayscale illustrations (spelled as “greyscale” on pixiv) are those that are mostly gray in color. Somehow, even the character’s expressions seem to be like an overcast sky. Adding a dash of color can emphasize something you want for effect as well. It’s hard to look away from the warped atmosphere this color method brings to a work.

How might you use grayscale in your works?

Drawings of Black and White - The Contrast Between the Two

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0900

Do you not feel at peace when you see the beauty of compositions with black and white in contrast with each other? The clear distinction of the two in opposition is gorgeous.

Do you have a favorite way to create complementing characters?

Monochrome Drawings - Images Swelling with Color

Fri, 22 May 2020 18:00:00 +0900

Monochrome pictures are drawn using a single color. Yet despite this, these monochrome drawings are bursting with color.

This time we are featuring monochrome drawings. Enjoy.

A collection of black/white-themed drawings - Games of Light and Shade

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 18:00:00 +0900

Like black and white on printed paper, the colors in these illustrations complete and complement each other.

Enjoy the juxtaposition of colors in this collection of drawings!

Drawings of White VS Black Sailor Uniforms - The black and white colors of youth.

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 18:00:00 +0900

A white sailor uniform has a neat and innocent charm that complements a girls' pureness. Despite being as perishable as a white lily or snow, this color shines brightly under the sun and has a beauty that coexists with the flow of life.

On the other hand, a black sailor uniform defines a girl’s dignified strength. The color black is born from a mixture of various colors, just like the heart of a growing lady that is filled with many complicated emotions. The black uniform, therefore, perhaps can be likened to a life-sized representation of a girl's mind.

We are featuring illustrations of black and white sailor uniforms. Which do you find more fascinating? Enjoy!

Which world do you want to see? Colorful VS Monochrome Drawings

Sun, 02 Sep 2018 18:00:00 +0900

When you look at an illustration that is painted in more colors than you normally see in real life, it makes you feel excited, like you've entered someone's dream.

On the other hand, a monochrome illustration that is expressed using only the colors black and white prompts you to picture how the illustration would look like in colors and the fact that the illustration lacks color actually makes it look stylish and fascinating.

This time we're featuring colorful and monochrome illustrations. Which kind of illustration do you prefer? Enjoy!

Opposites attract. Black and White

Sat, 24 Mar 2018 18:00:00 +0900

“Black and white” (白と黒) is a tag attached to illustrations with black-and-white theme. Many illustrations feature characters whose image is both black and white or either one of the two colors. Although black and white are two sides of the same coin, they are asymmetrical in comparison to each other, therefore “black and white” itself is a peculiar expression.

This time we’re featuring illustrations with black-and-white theme. Some of these characters compliment each other while others attract each other--enjoy the various expressions of “black and white”!

Just 2 colors! Black & White Drawings

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 17:00:00 +0900

Colorful illustrations are beautiful, but there are some things that can exclusively be expressed by black and white artworks. They are so cool! Artists have some ways of expressing colors even when they're only using two of them. Just take a glance at these artworks and you'll see what we're talking about!

Today we feature a number of black and white illustrations. Enjoy this marvelous, monochrome world!

Girls Look Good in Black Too!

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 18:00:00 +0900

Black is a color that looks good on everyone - especially girls! The contrast between pale skin and chic black clothing is so elegant it makes a girl really stand out. Black, being a shrinking color, also makes a woman's body look slender and nice!

Today we collected a series of illustrations portraying women wearing black. Enjoy!

Is This a Panda Costume?

Thu, 09 Mar 2017 17:00:00 +0900

Pandas are playful animals that love eating bamboo. Their black and white fur makes their eyes look droopy and makes them look fluffy and adorable. Young pandas are so short and stout, they're like living plush toys that you just want to hug tight! Adult pandas grow to be massive. They still look cute, but they are rather ferocious. When they move, it might seem like there's actually a person wearing a costume.

Today's illustrations feature young and older pandas! Enjoy!

I Want to Get Better at Drawings! Coloring Practice

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 18:00:00 +0900

There’re so many different ways of coloring, and everyone has different quirks. For those of you looking for a change in their art style, why not check out illustrations with new coloring styles? Tagged as “Coloring Practice”, they use the same line art template to color in 5 different styles, thick coloring, Gal game, monochrome, anime, watercolor styles. As the base is the same, it is easy to analyze the coloring styles.

Here are some illustrations under the “Coloring Practice” tag. Do try your hand at the various coloring styles!

A Feature on “Black” Drawings

Mon, 19 Dec 2016 17:00:00 +0900

What kind of images come to mind when you hear “black?” It's easy to conjure up images with a depressive or melancholic theme, but black is actually a calming color. It is devoid of any hue but a pitch black sky sparkles brilliantly with the help of stars. Black is a mysterious color that has a quietness that puts viewers at ease.

Today's illustrations depict “black.” Please let these images put you at ease. Enjoy them.

Impressive White Drawings Feature (Color Series)

Sat, 29 Oct 2016 17:00:00 +0900

What images do you think of when you hear the word, white? Brightly shinning crisp white snow piled up on one side of the road, freshly laundered sheets fluttering underneath a blue sky...White has been to represent “chasity” and is used for wedding dresses.

Today we have featured “white” as bright as the morning’s rays shinning in your eyes. Take a look!

Drawings with awesome greys!

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 18:00:00 +0900

Grey's not just for the background! It's not dull or boring. Through effective use of greys, you can make a world feel colorful.
Today's Spotlight features greys that make everything feel nice and calm.
Check them out!

Monochrome drawings!

Mon, 29 Sep 2014 18:00:00 +0900

Fully-colored illustrations are awesome, but it doesn't mean that monochome illustrations aren't! Today's Spotlight features beautiful monochrome illustrations. Thanks so much to mayu＊ for this Spotlight suggestion!
Now, enjoy these awesome worlds in greyscale!
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Even monochrome illustrations are beautiful. It's because they're in monochrome they are even more beautiful. It's so tough to create such great taste through monochrome, so this collection is all about that.