If something hurts my eyes, I tend to go with a plain black background. Or maybe a soft yellow background similar to old drawing paper. I mean, if you aren't using the grid, then why even have it visible?

1. Your textures are too noisy. Simplify them a bit to take advantage of pixel-art's minimalist qualities. You shouldn't be drawing individual blades of grass.

2. Your colors are a bit under saturated. Muted tones work great for pixel-art meant to create a moody, realistic tone. I'm not sure if that's what you're going for.

3. Converting your image to grayscale shows a lack of meaningful tints and shades. Your image is muted by too many gray tones. Try altering the contrast or playing with the values of your palette a bit.

That's all. Any questions?

Hey dude,

first things first:

1. Try creating a run cycle/walk cycle

2. post that ish here so we can berate and criticize...erhrm...help and inform you.

Go on, on yer bike!

Experienced Pixel Artist/Animator

Name:Barry Burce
Email: barry.burce@gmail.com
Skype: barry.burce

Hi There,

My name is Barry, but I commonly identify as Absolute 8 within the online indie games scene.
I've basically been creating pixel art for use in games for around ten years. I'm versed in programming and vector art as well, but pixel art for games is definitely my passion.

I am in a position where I can invest full-time in the creation of pixel art for commercial projects so I'd like to offer my services for those that need it.

I've attached a few active examples of my work below. Feel free to contact me with details about your project and we can discuss an agreement to work together.

Looking forward to teaming up and making indie game history with whomever takes up the challenge.

Sincerely, Absolute 8


Title image created with Gameboy palette constraints


Various animations in gameboy palette



Various other game mock-ups

If you have a need of any style of pixel art not listed here please feel free to inquire further.