pixivision - Illustration features tagged sitting

Drawings of W-Sitting - Winning Stance

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0900

W-sitting, where one sits on the ground with their legs bent away from them (forming a “w” shape), is a relaxed and adorable pose. Whether chilling in a cozy room or enjoying the great outdoors, characters sitting in this position always radiate peaceful energy.

Sit back and relax with this collection of illustrations featuring w-sitting.

Drawings of Characters Sitting - Sitting Pretty

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0900

Sitting may be a simple part of everyday life, but there's more to it than meets the eye. Whether cross-legged on the floor or poised elegantly in a chair, every pose tells a different story. The way a character sits can change their whole vibe, making this pose a fun and expressive choice for artists to play with.

Stay seated for this collection of illustrations featuring sitting poses!

Drawings of Characters Squatting - Down to Earth

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0900

Squatting is a charmingly unguarded position that pops up now and then in daily life. The low angle and upward gaze add a touch of innocence, sparking curiosity about what’s caught their attention.

Stay grounded with this collection of illustrations featuring characters squatting.

Drawings of Train Rides - All Aboard

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0900

Passing strangers, faces gazing out of windows, scenery rushing by… These quiet moments aboard trains make for fascinating motifs in illustrations. What seems like an ordinary commute can mark the start of a journey or movement of the heart.

Get on track with this collection of illustrations featuring train rides.

Drawings of Characters Resting on Laps - Lap of Luxury

Tue, 06 May 2025 17:00:00 +0900

When you’re feeling tired or just need a little comfort, closing your eyes as you rest your head on someone’s lap can be incredibly soothing. Illustrations capturing those tender moments radiate warmth and can melt away your worries just by looking at them.

Take a rest with this collection of characters lying their heads on laps.

Drawings of Characters Sitting - Lean Back and Take a Seat

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 18:00:00 +0900

How often do you think about the way you sit? As it is something most of us do several times a day, there might be more ways to sit than there are people who sit! (You can't prove we're wrong.) How someone sits can tell you a lot about that person, including whether they’re nervous, confident, or too restless to sit still. The angle from which the character is drawn also plays a huge part in the impression they give, and can accentuate the beauty of their legs! And, of course, not all compositions feature a chair—because who decided only chairs are made for sitting?

What type of sitter are you? Are you Team Prim and Proper, Team Always Slouching, or Team I’m Incapable of Sitting in Chairs?

Drawings of Characters in a Deep-Squat Position - Compact and Comfy

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 18:00:00 +0900

How low can you go? If you’re flexible enough, you’re probably capable of squatting all the way down like the characters in these illustrations! Sometimes known as the “resting squat” or “flat-footed squat,” this position is often assumed by people who want to relax but don’t want their butts to touch the ground. Characters drawn in a deep-squat position can also feel more approachable, as they will likely have their guard down while in this pose. Moreover, doesn’t this pose create a beautiful silhouette you can’t help but trace with your eyes?

How often do you sit in this position, and do you find it as relaxing as these characters do?

Drawings Featuring Girls W-Sitting - Off-Duty Mode ♡

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0900

How do you sit when you’re not working or studying? petan zuwari, aka W-sitting, where you’re fully seated on the floor with your knees bent and feet splayed outside your hips in a “W” shape, might not look it, but many find it to be a comfortable position to sit in. Besides being surprisingly comfy, this pose is utterly adorable, and it can really send the message that you’re off-duty and ready to relax!

Feeling flexible? Have a look at the following illustrations and try out petan zuwari for yourself!

Drawings Featuring Staircases - The First Step is Always the Hardest

Tue, 21 May 2024 18:00:00 +0900

One way to make your drawings more dynamic and exciting is by incorporating staircases. What lies at the bottom or top of these stairs? Could it be bliss or doom that awaits? If there are multiple characters in the scene, what’s their relationship to each other? Even something as commonplace as a staircase can take on an entirely different meaning when used as the stage for an event in a drawing.

Which of these staircases would you prefer to climb or descend?

Drawings of Characters Sitting Cross-Legged - Feeling at Ease

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0900

Do you have a go-to pose when sitting on the floor? Many people opt to sit cross-legged for maximum comfort, sometimes without even realizing it. Not only is this pose good for relaxing, but it’s also an essential pose in yoga and meditation. If you have yet to do so, try sitting with your legs crossed, closing your eyes, and taking several slow, deep breaths—you may find yourself feeling more grounded after a few minutes!

Check out the illustrations below and get nice and comfy with these characters!

Drawings of Characters Resting Their Head on Someone’s Lap - A Sign of Trust

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 18:00:00 +0900

One of the biggest signs two people are comfortable with each other is when one rests their head in the other’s lap. Not only does this gesture require a certain level of trust, but it’s also a show of vulnerability, as you’re essentially surrendering yourself to the other person. It can also feel incredibly intimate, and the warmth emanating from your companion’s lap can make you feel like a child who’s protected and cared for.

Don’t these characters look absolutely peaceful and at ease with each other? Some of them may be napping, so be careful not to wake them up!

Drawings of Characters Sitting - Sit Like a Boss

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 18:00:00 +0900

Sitting is something we do every day, yet it’s surprising just how many ways there are to do it. Spread your legs apart for a dynamic and assertive pose; close them, and lift your heels slightly to appear more prim and proper; lift one leg and keep the other down… The list goes on and on. Sitting doesn’t always have to be on a chair either—it could be on a swing, a staircase, or even on the rooftop of a derelict building. While some ways of sitting may be less comfortable or worse for your back than others, they all make for interesting compositions to draw.

What’s your favorite way to sit? We hope you enjoy today’s feature, and don’t forget to get up and stretch every now and then!

Drawings of Characters Hugging Their Knees to Their Chest - Lost in Thought

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 18:00:00 +0900

What’s your favorite go-to sitting position? For many, hugging your knees to your chest can be a great way to self-soothe and get instant relief from sensory or emotional overwhelm. There’s something comforting about making yourself small and compact, perhaps because it feels like you’re retreating into a little cocoon, free from the noise of the outside world. And get this—it’s also a popular yoga pose for rebalancing your mind!

Have a look at the illustrations below and enjoy the many expressions each character wears while in this seated fetal position, ranging from peaceful to brooding.

Drawings Featuring Girls W-Sitting - Cute, Relaxing, and Flexible ♡

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0900

Petan suwari, sometimes called ahiru (duck) suwari, is when a person is fully seated on the floor with their knees bent and feet positioned outside their hips in a “W” shape. While this might seem uncomfortable at a glance, it’s actually a popular go-to sitting position for a lot of people! Do you like sitting this way too?

Take a look at these adorable illustrations of girls relaxing in a W-sitting position and marvel at their flexibility!

Drawings Featuring Staircases - Up and Down and All Around

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:00:00 +0900

Staircases are a perfect stage for added drama; what scene doesn't get an added boost of drama by having a character climb, descend, or even fall down some stairs? pixiv is filled with illustrations of characters really feeling their feelings while hanging out on some stairs, whether it's joy or sadness.

That said, we strongly recommend being careful while on stairs. Instead, why not take some time to indulge your inner drama queen by checking out the illustrations below?

Drawing of Characters Side Sitting - Pretty Perfectly Perched

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 17:00:00 +0900

Having your character sit in a position where both legs are off to either side is a great way to give them a relaxed aura. It’s sure to leave an impression, either adorable or alluring, but also creates interesting angles that help accentuate different aspects of your character like their clothing or their hair.

The punk rock-inspired look that Marnie (from Pokémon Sword and Shield) is sporting stands out all the more thanks to her posture, don’t you think?

Are there any illustrations below you could sit and stare at for a while?

Drawings Featuring Spiral Staircases - Round and Round We Go

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 17:00:00 +0900

The use of spiral staircases is a good example of taking something ordinary and giving it an extraordinary or fantastical impression. When looking at them from various angles, spiral staircases seem to stretch on forever, making the background seem less like a finite space and more like you’re being drawn into a completely different world.

Hatsune Miku certainly has an ethereal glow around her as she gracefully descends from who knows where.

Are curious to know just what lies on either end of some of the staircases below?

How to Draw Sitting Characters! Model Sheets Collection

Tue, 16 May 2017 18:00:00 +0900

Have you ever had troubles drawing a character sitting down? Whether it's on a chair or on the ground, it's hard to make such poses look natural and realistic. But worry not! Today we put together an amazing collection of sheets that will help you forget your problems. How do thighs look when someone's sitting? What are the differences between the male and the female body when sitting down? You'll find the answers to these and many more questions in this collection of reference sheets. Are you ready to learn how to draw some super-realistic illustrations?

These materials are free and traceable, but please be sure to read captions and notes before you use them. Enjoy!