Create pixel art in your browser. Draw, fill, mirror, and export as PNG, SVG, ICO, or complete favicon package.
173+ pixel art icons. Click any icon to load it into the editor and make it yours.
Pixel art is one of the most accessible forms of digital art. Unlike illustration or 3D modeling, you don't need years of training or expensive software to create something beautiful. Every pixel is a deliberate choice, and that constraint is what makes it so satisfying.
Pixel art emerged in the 1970s and 80s when game developers and computer artists worked within severe hardware limitations. Games like Space Invaders, Super Mario Bros, and The Legend of Zelda turned those constraints into timeless visual styles. Today, pixel art thrives as an intentional aesthetic choice, celebrated in indie games like Celeste, Stardew Valley, and Shovel Knight.
Start with the silhouette. Before adding color or detail, sketch the basic shape of your subject. If the silhouette is unrecognizable, no amount of detail will save it. This is especially important for small canvases like 16x16 or 32x32.
Use limited palettes. One of the biggest mistakes beginners make is using too many colors. Professional pixel art often uses just 8-16 carefully chosen colors. Our built-in palettes like Pico-8, Endesga 32, and Material Design give you curated color sets that work beautifully together.
Master dithering. Dithering is the technique of alternating two colors in a checkerboard pattern to simulate a third color or gradient. Toggle the dithering option in this editor to add depth and shading without expanding your palette.
Embrace symmetry. Many icons, characters, and objects are symmetrical. Use the mirror mode in this editor to automatically reflect your strokes — it cuts your work in half and produces cleaner results.
| Size | Best For | Detail Level |
|---|---|---|
| 16x16 | Favicons, game tiles, tiny sprites | Very low — focus on shape and color |
| 32x32 | Standard favicons, small icons, simple sprites | Low — basic detail possible |
| 64x64 | Detailed sprites, profile pictures, icons | Medium — good balance of detail and constraint |
| 128x128 | Portraits, detailed art, large icons | High — room for nuance and shading |
Start small. A 32x32 canvas is perfect for beginners. Choose a simple subject — a fruit, a potion bottle, a smiley face. Pick 4-5 colors max. Draw the outline first, then fill in the base colors, and finally add highlights and shadows. Export at 4x or 8x scale so each pixel is clearly visible when you share your creation.