Pixel Art Avatar Design: From Basics to Customization
Separating the Traits into Layers
A course by Jude Buffum , Pixel artist
About the video: Separating the Traits into Layers
Overview
“In this lesson, you’ll separate parts of your base character, such as the eyes and the mouth, into different layers. From there, you’ll create variations of those parts to start building your customizable avatar. ”
In this video lesson Jude Buffum addresses the topic: Separating the Traits into Layers, which is part of the Domestika online course: Pixel Art Avatar Design: From Basics to Customization. Create your pixel art avatar in Photoshop and make your profile picture unique..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, you'll separate the parts of your base character, such as the eyes and the mouth, into different layers. From there, you'll create variations on those parts to start building your customizable avatar. Alright, so the first thing that we're going to do is take each of the traits and put it on its own layer. Let's start with the eyes using the Rectangular Marquee tool. draw a selection around that eye Hold down Shift to add to selection and draw a selection around the other eye. And then what we want to do is we want to subtract the white space around the eye. So we're going t...”
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Course summary for: Pixel Art Avatar Design: From Basics to Customization
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Character Design, Digital Illustration, Pixel Art
Jude Buffum
A course by Jude Buffum
Jude Buffum is a seasoned professional illustrator with over two decades of experience, having collaborated with renowned brands such as BMW, Taco Bell, Sony, and UPS. His expertise lies in the vibrant world of 8-bit pixel art, a style deeply inspired by the classic video games he cherished during his childhood in the 80s. Jude's formal education in Graphic Arts and Design, obtained from Tyler School of Art at Temple University, has been foundational in his journey. He has also enriched the academic realm by teaching Illustration and Design courses at universities like Temple and the University of the Arts in Philadelphia.
Passionate about merging traditional and digital techniques, Jude brings a unique perspective to his creative process. His work, often infused with nostalgia and humor, reflects his lifelong fascination with vintage gaming. Beyond the studio, Jude's interests in travel and mixology add layers to his artistic endeavors, providing a well-rounded approach to his craft. His accolades include awards from prestigious organizations such as American Illustration and the Society of Illustrators, underscoring his impact and dedication to the art world. Jude's work not only celebrates the past but also paves the way for future artistic exploration.
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