Pixel Art Fundamentals: Learn the Basics of 2D Game Art
Make 2D Art for Video Games Using Libresprite / Aseprite. Create icons, images, HUD, simple animations, game scene
What you’ll learn
Kickstart your pixel art adventure in games with Libresprite/Aseprite.
Craft a complete game scene with characters, HUDs, and icons.
Master pixel shading, highlights, and shadow for depth and detail.
Get creative with lines, dithering, and colour theory essentials.
Develop your unique pixel art style through guided practice.
Export and showcase your pixel creations in games or online.
Tackle dozens of pixel art challenges to sharpen your skills.
Absorb pro tips to speed up your pixel art production process.
About the course
Level Up Your Game with Pixel Art Fundamentals!
Ready to start creating cool 2D game art that pops? Whether you're a budding game designer or an artist wanting to dip your pixels into game development, this Pixel Art Fundamentals course is your playground.
Why Dive Into This Course?
- Quick Learning: No lengthy lectures here—just straight-up, hands-on projects that get you results fast.
- Tools of the Trade: Master LibreSprite and Aseprite, the go-to tools for crafting eye-catching pixel art, from neat game icons to dynamic HUDs.
- Create Awesome Game Art: By the end of this course, you'll piece together your own game scene complete with characters, environments, and animations.
What You’ll Craft:
- Design a Complete Game Scene: Throw down everything from chill furniture to cool characters and slick HUD overlays.
- Master Pixel Techniques: Get the lowdown on shading, highlights, and more to make your art stand out.
- Develop Your Artistic Flair: Start forging your unique style in pixel art—perfect for making your next game or Insta post shine.
- Get Ready to Go Pro: Learn how to export your creations for the gaming world or your digital portfolio.
Perfect For:
- Total newbies to pixel art looking for a no-stress introduction.
- Game enthusiasts wanting to bring their A-game in art.
- Anyone who’s into creating something fun!
Ready to Pixelate Your World?
Jump into the course and start crafting game art that’ll make people pause their play. With our step-by-step guidance and your creativity, there’s no limit to what you can create.
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Make Fonts, UI, & More
Sure we learn about characters and worlds but we also cover other aspects of making your pixel art game come alive.
Master Shading & Pixel Placement
Dark outline or light? How many colours for shading? Orange or Yellow for highlight. You'll know it all by the end of this course.
Instructors
Reece Geofroy
Hi, I’m Reece!
I have been tinkering with pixel art and game development since I was 16.
Growing up in a large family; video games were a huge part of my childhood. Inspired by my older siblings trying to create my own games, I eventually made it my goal to one day start my own game studio and develop video games for a living. Fast forward to the present day, I am the CEO of Boundless Games, creating modernized-pixelated games influenced from the games I grew up with.
I have also garnered a fanbase for myself online through my game development YouTube channel, where I discusses the realities of full-time game development, help beginner pixel artists find their way, and teaches valuable lessons that I’ve learned from my own past mistakes and current obstacles.
Curriculum
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