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Logiedan August 13th, 2010 5:04 PM

Pixelpusher's Dot Contest
 

Welcome


Welcome to Pokécommunity's 2010 Get-together! This specific contest is called the Pixelpusher's Dot Contest. For this competition, you'll have to create a pixel art piece that matches the theme and abiding the rules of course.

What is Pixel Art?


Definition
Pixel Art
is a form of digital art, created through the use of raster graphics software, where images are edited on a pixel level. Graphics in most old(or relatively limited) computer and video games, graphic calculator games and many mobile phone games are pixel art.

Image filters (such as blurring or alpha-blending) or tools with automatic anti-aliasing are considered not valid tools for pixel art, as such tools calculate new pixel values automatically, contrasting with the precise manual arrangement of pixels associated with pixel art. This includes brushes and such like brushes from photoshop or GIMP that gives off anti-aliasing.

Saving
Pixel Art is preferably stored in a file format utilizing lossless data compression, such as run-length encoding or an indexed colour palette. GIF and PNG are two file formats commonly used for storing pixel art. The JPEG format is avoided because its lossy compression algorithm is designed for smooth continuous-tone images and introduces visible artifacts in the presence of dithering.

Tutorials

Anti-alias


Saving


Shading


Lineart


Credits to Wikipedia for pixel art information. Pixel joint and it's members for the tutorials

The Contest



http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/e/eb/Bag_Pok%C3%A9_Balls_pocket_icon.png Rules
  • You are only allowed to enter new pixel art pieces specifically made for this event. No using pixels that you already made.
  • This is open to everyone. Anyone can enter abiding the rules and theme/restrictions of course.
  • Participants must enter their piece before the deadline.
  • The piece must be 100% scratch. Pixel overs will not be accepted.
  • You may post your WIPS(Work in Progress) and you can update/edit your entry ONLY before the deadline.
  • Please for the sake of the human race, save it as PNG format. If you accidentally saved it as JPEG, it is not a problem. You may enter the entry but it may be more difficult to judge on it.

http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/9/99/Bag_Key_items_pocket_icon.png Theme and Restrictions
The theme to the contest is:
Pokémon Scene - For this theme you will have to create a scene with however much Pokémon you would like to be in the scene. You may make the Pokémon sleeping, eating or maybe in an intense battle. Your scene can be placed at a mountain, a cave, it really is your choice.

Canvas - Atleast bigger than 100px x 100px
Colours - Unrestricted. (as much as you'd like) When posting your entry, please add in how many colours you used.
Transparency - Yes you allowed transparency.
Animation - Yes you are able to choose to animate it or not. Your score however may or may not be affected from the animation. (it depends on the quality of the animation)

http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/6/64/Bag_TMs_and_HMs_pocket_icon.png Judgement
Your entries will be marked on;
Creativity - /10
Skill - /10
Theme - /10

The judging may take long, the results will be announced when the judging is complete.

*note: remember judges, when judging you will have to explain why you chose this certain entry to be in first, second or third place. You are also allowed to add in your own comments and criticism.

http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/e/e7/Bag_Battle_items_pocket_icon.png Awards
You will be awarded an emblem for:
1st Place Emblem
http://i33.*.com/2a4tuc.jpg
You get this by winning 1st place in the contest.
2nd Place Emblem
http://i35.*.com/1zfoaja.jpg
You get this by winning 2nd place in the contest.
3rd Place Emblem
http://i36.*.com/6ehjqg.jpg
You get this by winning 3rd place in the contest.
Participation Emblem
http://i36.*.com/jkdmbm.jpg
You get this by participating in the contest.

http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/c/c6/Bag_Mail_pocket_icon.png Conclusion
I wish you all a goodluck, get to spriting!


Hosted by, Logiedan, UltimaSilva. Judges are, Ben. , Chibi Robo and Logiedan as a backup judge. Staff Supervisor is Scarf and thread approved by Scarf.

Kevin August 13th, 2010 5:19 PM

There's 2 thread of these xD Just needed to tell you that. Ohh...
I'm so bad at pixel art Dx
If I try, I get a participant emblem though... Hm..

Logiedan August 13th, 2010 5:26 PM

Yeah, I talked to Luke about deleting the other. Also, you should try! You still get something out of trying, so it won't be a total loss if you lose.

Negative-Zero August 13th, 2010 7:26 PM

ooh, an event i might not suck at, can i give it a go?

Logiedan August 13th, 2010 7:35 PM

Yes, of course. Just remember the rules~
This contest is open for everyone.
Edited the thread, please take note of the bold.
Colours - Unrestricted. (as much as you'd like) When posting your entry, please add in how many colours you used.

Bloo August 14th, 2010 7:47 AM

I'll givve it a try! I just ogged in after a while to see the get-together was in progress! EDIT: Are we allowed to make trainer sprites for this?

Shiny Politoed August 14th, 2010 9:24 AM

My Entry is Call "Campfire ;)" and it used 26 colors

http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab30/Neonpopcorn/Campfire.png?t=1281852764

Logiedan August 14th, 2010 12:18 PM

yes you are allowed to use trainers in your scene.

Bloo August 14th, 2010 2:18 PM

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/8180/piplupflies.png<http://img842.imageshack.us/img842/8180/piplupflies.png This is my WIP(Work In Progress. Piplup can fly! With the help of the floating bubble around him. EDIT: NEW WIP

Rabbit August 14th, 2010 3:59 PM

Mm, sprite scenes. I have a pretty epic idea for this one...if I can pull it off...when is the deadline?

Netish August 14th, 2010 5:23 PM

my entry
 
my entry entitled: "Meowth Gets Pwned" -used 21 colors
WIP !!! Sorry I didn't realize the spray thingy in paint wasn't allowed X_X I'll remove the part that has it and do it by hand. (And change it to gif XP )
http://www.pokecommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=6343&pictureid=46553

Logiedan August 14th, 2010 5:51 PM

@Rabbit
The deadline at the end of the Get-Together. The judging process will take quite a while but the results will be posted when the judging is finished.

@Netish
As a spriter, I despise JPEG format, but nonetheless your entry is accepted.
Edit: After close examining, I noticed that this is actually just a drawing, you also used the spray paint thing tool. :/ NOT ACCEPTED.

Negative-Zero August 14th, 2010 7:06 PM

heres my wip:
http://j.imagehost.org/0474/1_104.png

nmorr August 14th, 2010 7:08 PM

Alright, I'll do it, at least try my best!

Logiedan August 14th, 2010 9:10 PM

@ShinyPolitoed
Your entry is not accepted as it is not pixel art, it is more of a mere drawing using MS Paint.
Here is his entry:

Shiny Politoed August 14th, 2010 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Logiedan (Post 6072133)
@ShinyPolitoed
Your entry is not accepted as it is not pixel art, it is more of a mere drawing using MS Paint.
Here is his entry:



changed it :P It still up there ^ in my first post :)

Logiedan August 14th, 2010 10:16 PM

Correct, look at my above post. Netish's entry is not accepted.
Keep spriting! c:
Quote:

Originally Posted by Logiedan (Post 6071566)

@Netish
As a spriter, I despise JPEG format, but nonetheless your entry is accepted.
Edit: After close examining, I noticed that this is actually just a drawing, you also used the spray paint thing tool. :/ NOT ACCEPTED.

Your entry is accepted btw.

Shiny Politoed August 14th, 2010 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Logiedan (Post 6072316)
Correct, look at my above post. Netish's entry is not accepted.
Keep spriting! c:


Your entry is accepted btw.

i saw so i edited my post :P

Jung August 14th, 2010 10:40 PM

My entry. :D

Took so long to make it. XD actually like an hour.
From scratch! All in paint.. using pencil and bucket fill. xD.
Used 9 colors



PatJamma August 14th, 2010 11:27 PM

Here is my pixel art for the contest:
http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx169/PatJamma/Random%20Things%20on%20PC/magikarpworking.jpg
The simple life of a magikarp
7 colors were used to make this

Logiedan August 15th, 2010 12:57 AM

It has come to my attention that people may not know what pixel art is. There are entries that I have to disqualify because they are just drawings from MS Paint and stuff.
READ THIS WHOLE UPDATE. NO "TL;DR'S"
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What is Pixel Art?


Definition
Pixel Art
is a form of digital art, created through the use of raster graphics software, where images are edited on a pixel level. Graphics in most old(or relatively limited) computer and video games, graphic calculator games and many mobile phone games are pixel art.

Image filters (such as blurring or alpha-blending) or tools with automatic anti-aliasing are considered not valid tools for pixel art, as such tools calculate new pixel values automatically, contrasting with the precise manual arrangement of pixels associated with pixel art. This includes brushes and such like brushes from photoshop or GIMP that gives off anti-aliasing.

Saving
Pixel Art is preferably stored in a file format utilizing lossless data compression, such as run-length encoding or an indexed colour palette. GIF and PNG are two file formats commonly used for storing pixel art. The JPEG format is avoided because its lossy compression algorithm is designed for smooth continuous-tone images and introduces visible artifacts in the presence of dithering.

Tutorials

Anti-alias


Saving


Shading


Lineart


Credits to Wikipedia for pixel art information. Pixel joint and it's members for the tutorials

Scytha August 15th, 2010 1:13 AM

Just asking, can I use a nintendo sprite as a base, but heavily edit it? By heavy I mean REALLY heavily edited.

Logiedan August 15th, 2010 1:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scytha (Post 6072572)
Just asking, can I use a nintendo sprite as a base, but heavily edit it? By heavy I mean REALLY heavily edited.

You are still using it as a base. No matter how much you edit it while having it shown and stuff, it doesn't count as 100% scratch as the rules state. You may use it and look at it as a reference for anatomy and NOT for lineart. I'll compare your entry with the official to make sure you did not copy.(i will do this for everyone's entry as well)
tl;dr:
No,you can not use the base.

Scytha August 15th, 2010 1:33 AM

Ok. Thanks, I was just wondering.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Negative-Zero (Post 6071839)

Hmmm. That voltorb looks like the official sprite....

Logiedan August 15th, 2010 2:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Negative-Zero (Post 6071839)

I'm assuming this entry isn't complete. But so far it is accepted.
I compared the Voltorb and Gulpin sprites with their official sprites and they differ in size. Especially the Gulpin. Though the Voltorb looks very similar to the official, it is still different.

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