Introduction to Character Design in Pixel Art

Overview

“I will explain the theory of basic color, reviewing also the color palettes available in Pyxel Edit and how to import different ones. I will also talk about two similar but very different techniques: "group of pixels" and "dithering". ”

In this video lesson Daniel Benítez addresses the topic: Adding color (Basic color theory), which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Character Design in Pixel Art. Create characters for video games where the pixel is the star.

Partial transcription of the video

“Adding Color (Basic Color Theory) In this lesson, we'll look at basic color theory, and I'll show you the color palettes that are available in Pyxel Edit and how to import new ones. We'll also look at two techniques that are similar, but ultimately different: pixel grouping and dithering. Let's take a look. I find the use of color difficult to handle and understand within art, but with practice, we'll learn simple, useful concepts we can use to create more interesting designs. By using color well, we'll convey exactly what we want to instead of just coloring it by only considering if we thi...”

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Course summary for: Introduction to Character Design in Pixel Art

• Level: Beginner
• 99% positive reviews (932)
• 21254 students
• 4 units
• 15 lessons (2h 18m)
• 7 downloads

• Category

  3D & Animation, Illustration

• Areas

  Character Design, Game Design, Pixel Art, Video Games