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March 17, 2026: Notice of improved display speed.

Thank you for your continued support. We have recently implemented Cloudflare (CDN) to improve the overall loading speed of our site. What's changed? Pages load faster. Images and content display more smoothly. Access from overseas...
2026.03.18
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2026-03-14 Removed the region selection function from Mix's posting feature.

The March 14, 2026 update removed the region (country) selection function from Mix's posting feature. This change was made to simplify the posting process. The region selection function has been removed from the posting function on the Mix screen. Along with the removal of the region selection function, "Everyone's Calendar..."
2026.03.15
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Summary of how to use marutto.art

This is the official guide to using marutto.art. It explains everything from how to download individual materials, how to use Minna no Atelier and Anata no Atelier, and even creative experiences for children, all in an easy-to-understand manner, even for beginners.
2026.03.12
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Free illustration sites recommended by free illustration site operators

In this article, I will introduce some free illustration sites that I find to be easy to use and useful as references, from the perspective of the operator of the free illustration resource site "marutto.art." In my daily work running an illustration resource site, I have often come across...
2026.01.31
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Free illustrations recommended for Setsubun

Introducing a free illustration recommended for Setsubun. This illustration combines the elements of "Oni wa soto" (demon), "beans," and "masu" (wooden box). It evokes the image of "Oni wa soto" (demons are outside). Furthermore, by adding animation to the flying beans, it feels like you're throwing beans at the demon...
2026.01.31
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January 2026 | Work introduction

Introducing the January 2026 illustration. Penguins and Apples I created an illustration of penguins harvesting apples. You can create an illustration like this just by combining "penguins," "apples," and "broadleaf trees." Based on this work, I'm going to create an illustration of penguins harvesting apples...
2026.01.30
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Top page design evolution log | marutto.art

The marutto.art homepage was not created with the goal of being complete from the beginning. At that time, we faced certain challenges, considered certain things, and made certain changes. This page traces the evolution of the homepage design, along with the challenges, ideas, and actual changes we made at the time.
2026.01.17
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Your Atelier | Combine illustrations to create ready-to-use materials

"Your Atelier" is a function that allows you to combine illustration materials to create your own unique piece. This video provides a brief introduction to the actual operation and the process of completing the piece. Combining illustrations in your Atelier
2026.01.14
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The choice to create blog headlines with illustrations that children can understand

When writing a blog post, the headline is probably the most time-consuming part. Words alone can be hard to convey. But photos don't quite fit the mood. It's especially hard to find the right visuals for articles aimed at children or content you want to explain in an easy-to-understand way. This article is useful in situations like these...
2026.01.12
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Why did I create this resource site? | All about its features and ideas

Why did I start running a resource site? Because I love drawing. I'm an engineer by trade, and my daily work involves designing, creating systems, running them, and fixing them. This may seem like a completely different world from drawing. Still, I love the idea of ​​"making something," "giving it form..."
2025.12.31
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