There’s something delicate and vulnerable about lying on one’s back, sprawled out and facing the sky. It suggests a release of tension, a surrender to rest, and a moment of emotional openness. These illustrations capture that sense of peace, down to the delicate folds in the character’s clothing and the way their hair splays out beneath them.

So lie back, relax, and enjoy these illustrations of characters lying down.

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The way a person chooses to lie on the floor can hint at their inner state of mind and evoke all sorts of emotions. Someone curled up in fetal position could indicate that they’re feeling anxious or vulnerable, while a person lying on their back could simply be relaxing or lost deep in thought, depending on the angle. The position of their arms could also be a key factor in figuring out what they might be feeling.

Do you have a favorite position to sleep or think in? Check out the following illustrations to see if you can guess what might be going through each character’s mind!

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One of the best ways to show your characters’ more vulnerable side is to have them lie on their backs. In this position, people usually have let their guard down and are relaxed. This angle can help accentuate areas that might get less attention in a standing position, like certain clothing or hairstyles.

Sakura Kinoshita and Tomoyo Daidouji (from Cardcaptor Sakura) look so relaxed it’s bordering on blissful, don’t you think?

Do any of the characters below help you feel more relaxed?

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