Okay well, this is the first time i've properly tryed pixel art, but here's what i got so far:



Problem is, i don't like the way the tree's are shaded, and i'm not good at shading, how can i improve them? I'm also stuck with making the grass and dirt, i don't like the one i've made very much and i'm not to sure about making grass =)

Also, i've been trying to make a tent, i made a nice outline:



But i'm at a complete loss for how to shade it, can anyone help me =)