Fanart - From Pixiv

: Published in the Electronic Journal of Contemporary Japanese Studies , this paper explores Pixiv through cultural, historical, and politico-economic lenses. It discusses how users communicate via visual media and examines the platform's relationship with traditional Japanese dōjinshi (fan comic) culture and the "gift economy".

: A more recent study focusing on the "crowding out" effect of AI tools. It found that while comic artists remained relatively stable due to the need for stylistic consistency, individual illustrators saw a decline in post uploads following the launch of AI features. Fanart from Pixiv

Several academic papers analyze the culture and technical impact of fan art on Pixiv. Here are prominent research papers and articles that explore the platform's role in the global art community: : Published in the Electronic Journal of Contemporary