Pixelation

General => General Discussion => Topic started by: khorin on February 02, 2007, 12:46:21 am

Title: Dithering
Post by: khorin on February 02, 2007, 12:46:21 am

I'm quite new to pixel art and am currently working on my first piece. I've realized I like dithering so much but I think I may have overused it. Would that be a bad thing for a piece? Anyway, I guess my real question is: when is dithering appropriate to use or not? I guess if used correctly it shouldn't be a problem but I want to know what you guys think.

Thanks!

Title: Re: Dithering
Post by: Solitaire on February 02, 2007, 01:13:51 am

It really depends on what your making..if there is a small amout of shadow you may want to dither it to seem brighter.There is also a type of shading called toon shading which all the collors are solid and there is no dithering involved.There are a few topics on how to do different types of dithering and when they are usefull.I would say to search for that.Hope you become a great member here.Good luck!
-CK-

Title: Re: Dithering
Post by: khorin on February 02, 2007, 02:58:25 am

Thanks, I hope so too. I can't wait to post my work!

Title: Re: Dithering
Post by: miascugh on February 02, 2007, 08:32:44 pm

My suggestion would be to simply post what you have so far, and let us tell you specifically if dithering was used appropriately; this is what this board is for. And making mistakes is a vital part of every learning process.

Title: Re: Dithering
Post by: AdamTierney on February 05, 2007, 06:26:25 pm

Ben (Monsoon) always does some gorgeous dithering.

(http://www.monsoon2d.com/images/pixelart/manlove.gif)

- Adam

Title: Re: Dithering
Post by: khorin on February 06, 2007, 08:41:39 pm

Ahhh thanks for that fine example.