This thread contains information that will help you getting started with PixelShop and with pixel art in general.
General Advice:
- Once you downloaded it please extract the zip file (important!) and start the PixelShop.exe.
- At first the windows will be a bit unorganized, so your first task is to arrange them to your likings.
Manual:
Getting started with PixelShop can be a bit overwhelming at first. To get your started I've assembled
some information to get you started here (the sprites used are copyrighted):
>> Manual
>> Example
Note: These are a bit outdated, but should be helpful nonetheless.
Guides:
A few Guides originally made for Fantasy Online. They still contain some valuable info.
>> Guide: how to make an Icon
>> Guide: Standard recommendations
>> Guide: Different kinds of shading
>> Guide: How to recolor
Video:
If you prefer more visual instructions, here are two YouTube videos that should help you getting started
>> Video 1
>> Video 2
>> Making of video
Note: These are aimed at a slightly different audience, but still contain valuable information.
Pixelart Tutorial:
A good tutorial for pixel art can be found here:
>> Tutorial
If you liked the software and are planning to or have successfully used it in your project,
I would be happy to hear about it on this forum!