Pixel art maker
Draw pixel art and sprites right in your browser: pick a grid size, colour the squares, mirror for symmetry, and download a crisp PNG.
#000000Tips for drawing pixel art
- Start with the outline in a dark colour, then fill the shapes.
- Use Mirror for faces, characters and items that are the same on both sides: draw one half, get both.
- Keep the palette small: 4 to 8 colours look clean and read well at small sizes.
- Shortcuts: B pencil, E eraser, G fill, I pick a colour, Ctrl+Z undo.
Prefer paper? Print a pixel art grid. Have a photo? Use the image to pixel art converter. Finished? Turn it into a Perler bead pattern or a cross stitch pattern.
Questions
How do I make pixel art online?
Pick a canvas size, choose a colour and click or drag on the grid to colour squares. Use Fill for big areas, Mirror to draw symmetrical sprites, and download your pixel art as a PNG.
What size canvas should I use?
16 × 16 for icons and simple sprites, 32 × 32 for characters, 48 or 64 for detailed art. Small canvases are quicker to finish and look more like classic pixel art.
Is my drawing saved?
Yes. Your drawing is saved in this browser as you go, so you can close the page and come back to it. Download a PNG to keep a copy.
Can I start from a photo?
Yes. Click Start from a picture and the photo is turned into pixels at your canvas size, ready to tidy up by hand. Or use the image to pixel art converter for more options.
Can I turn my pixel art into Perler beads or cross stitch?
Yes. Click Make it with Perler beads or Cross stitch it and your drawing opens in the pattern maker, one pixel per bead or stitch, matched to real Perler or DMC colours.
Is it free?
Yes, free with no sign-up and no watermark. It works on phones and tablets too.