How to shade pixel art

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“~ #PIXELART #QUICKTIP ~ Light direction doesn't always mean highlight direction. This is something to remember, because if you put the highlight on the further edge (not like a bevel) it can make objects look more solid/rigid/sharp - like stone!”

Reposting some older #pixelart tutorials. Two about colors, two about shading simpler forms. Have a great Sunday 💕

Shading styles by mariiiis-dolls on DeviantArt

A VERY quick tutorial/demonstration of how one might shade pixelated fur. Originally made for Tatsie cause she's awesome <3 If you have any ques... Pixel Fur tutorial

Although we all have our preferences, there are no objectively "good" or "bad" colors. There is also no such thing as an objectively "perfect" color choice—there are only choices which, after trying them, we may discern if they are more or less effective in the context of the specific piece

Pixel art can look deceptively easy. You might think because it's low resolution it will hide the fact that you’re an ametur artist....