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pixiv Requests is a feature that allows you to
commission creators to make the piece you want.
These fan-driven (*) requests can inspire
new and exciting creations!
When fans and creators connect, their passion for art only grows stronger.
Experience this unique opportunity with pixiv Requests.
*"Fan" refers to the requester.
Fans can pay creators to commission the work they want
Creators can accept fan requests, create the commissioned work, and receive the payment
With pixiv Requests, you can commission any type of work that can be posted on pixiv.
Illustrations
Ugoira
Manga
Novels
I found a creator on pixiv who shared my favorite niche and sent them a request.
It was amazing to see my ideal tropes and story brought to life!
I wanted to turn my original character into a unique piece of merchandise to keep to myself, so I reached out to a creator whose style I love.
I got my original character drawn in the cutest way possible!
I asked a creator I follow on pixiv to continue one of my favorite works.
Being part of the creative process of one of my favorite creators was so rewarding!
I was nervous about getting commissions, so I started with simple requests.
The fans' excitement was beyond my expectations!
pixiv Requests has given me the chance to work on new and exciting projects.
The experience and rewards have really boosted my motivation to create!
Narrow down your search for works by creators who are currently accepting requests using tags, or find creators among those you follow who are marked as "Accepting requests".
Outline your request and propose a reward based on the creator's target price. Your interaction with the creator will be limited to this single exchange.
Once the creator posts the finished work, your request is complete! Share your thanks and admiration for their work with a fan letter.
Use tags to filter works and find a style that matches your preferences!
...to see more works of your favorite character or niche!
...a cute illustration of your original character, specifically a girl!
...illustrations of characters for playing TRPG or to use when streaming!
Use tags to narrow down your search for
creators who are accepting requests.
...filtering your list of followed users to show only those who are accepting requests.
Here are some useful hints for sending requests.
If you're not sure about what to write, you can use a template.
If you're interested in a creator who has accepted requests in the past, you can also view the requests others have sent by visiting the Requests tab on their profile page.
You can also piggyback on someone else's request (aka "co-request") by adding the same amount to an existing request. For more details on the co-request feature, please check the Help page.
Base your decision on the target price set by the creator.
The time and effort required to create a piece can vary depending on the number of characters, the detail of the background, the length in case of a novel, and so on.
When in doubt, offering the target price is your safest bet.
When entering your request, you can choose to send it anonymously.
If you do so, your account information will not be visible to the creator or anyone else.
pixiv Requests does not allow any direct interactions with the creators, including discussions or revisions.
Please refrain from using direct messages or the comments section to discuss request details or set deadlines. Make sure to include all your requirements and expectations directly in the request text itself.
In your terms, you can set the conditions for what kind of requests you would like to receive, such as the type of work and the target price. Once you publish your terms, they'll be open for requests.
Review the details and rewards of the requests you receive, and accept only the ones you feel comfortable with. You should decide whether to accept a request within 7 days of receiving it.
You have 60 days from the date you receive a request to complete and submit the work. Simply finish the piece within this timeframe and upload it to pixiv to complete the process!
Here are some useful hints for soliciting requests.
You are not required to accept all requests that come your way on pixiv Requests. What’s most important is that you feel excited about creating!
Additionally, if you miss the deadline, don't worry—there are no penalties.
If accepting new requests becomes overwhelming, you can pause your terms anytime.
You can set your prices starting from a minimum of 3,000 JPY up to 30,000 JPY, which can go up to 300,000 JPY depending on how you wish to manage your offerings.
We recommend setting a price that feels right for you, and you can vary your terms based on different price points.
*The displayed currency will always be Japanese yen.
pixiv Requests does not allow negotiations or revisions through direct messages or comments.
If you receive any messages related to request content on pixiv, there’s no need to respond.
You hold all the rights to the artwork created through requests.
Fans are allowed to use the artwork only for personal purposes.