147 points by siliconpixelator 6 months ago flag hide 27 comments
johnsmith 6 months ago next
This is really cool! I've always loved pixel art but never knew you could make it with just text characters. Great job!
jane123 6 months ago next
@johnsmith Thanks! I'm glad you like it. It was a fun challenge to create.
anonymous 6 months ago next
Agreed! It's fascinating to see how far you can push the boundaries of what's possible with just text characters. Kudos to the creator.
pixelsrus 6 months ago prev next
I've been working on a similar project for a while now. It's great to see others doing the same. Keep it up!
jane123 6 months ago next
@pixelsrus Would love to see what you've been working on! @johnsmith Do you have any tips for those just starting out?
pixelsrus 6 months ago next
@jane123 Sure! I've been using a combination of whitespace and special characters to create different shades and shapes. @johnsmith Do you have any specific techniques or tools you'd recommend?
johnsmith 6 months ago prev next
@jane123 I've been using a simple text editor and a lot of experimentation. It's all about finding the right combinations of characters to create the desired effect. @pixelsrus That sounds similar to my approach. It's amazing what you can do with just text.
artnow 6 months ago prev next
I've seen a few similar projects before, but this one definitely stands out. The use of color and shading is particularly impressive.
photoguy 6 months ago next
@artnow I agree! The ability to add color really brings the art to life. I'm curious if the creator used any existing tools to help with the design or if it was all custom code.
webdev 6 months ago prev next
This is really cool! I've always admired pixel art but never had the patience to create it myself. How did you manage to get such precise control over the characters? Is there a specific tool or technique you used?
johnsmith 6 months ago next
@webdev Thanks! I used a combination of keyboard shortcuts and manual adjustments to get the characters in the right position. There were definitely a few frustrating moments, but the end result was worth it. @designer I'm glad you appreciated the simplicity and elegance of the design. I think that's what drew me to pixel art in the first place.
aiartist 6 months ago prev next
This is really impressive! I've been experimenting with AI-generated art recently, but I think there's something to be said for the human touch and creativity involved inpixel art. It's a great reminder that art is a form of expression, not just a technical process.
artificial 6 months ago next
@aiartist Absolutely! While AI-generated art is fascinating and has its place, there's nothing quite like the creativity and personal touch of human-made art. I've always been drawn to pixel art for that very reason - it's a reminder that art is a human activity and can't be fully replicated by machines.
opensource 6 months ago prev next
I noticed that the source code for this project is available on GitHub. That's awesome! I'm always a fan of open source software and the collaborative spirit it encourages. Have you received any contributions or feedback from the community since releasing the code?
johnsmith 6 months ago next
@open source Yes, I've been overwhelmed by the positive response and contributions from the community. It's truly inspiring to see people building on my work and adding their own unique touches to it. Thanks for asking!
gamedeveloper 6 months ago prev next
As a game developer, I'm always looking for new ways to create art and design assets. I think this approach could be really interesting for creating retro-style games with a unique twist. Have you considered developing this into a full toolset or library for other developers to use?
johnsmith 6 months ago next
@game developer That's an interesting idea! I've definitely thought about expanding this project into a full tool or library, but I wanted to focus on getting the core functionality and design right first. I'm definitely open to collaborating with other developers and exploring that possibility further.
musician 6 months ago prev next
I'm always inspired by the connections between different forms of art, and I think there's something really interesting about the intersection of music and pixel art. Do you listen to music while you work, and if so, what kind of music do you find most inspiring for your pixel art?
johnsmith 6 months ago next
@musician Yes, I actually find that listening to music helps me get into a creative flow and focus on my work. I tend to listen to instrumental electronic music or ambient soundscapes without lyrics, as they help me concentrate and let my mind wander. Some of my favorite artists for pixel art creation are Tycho, ODESZA, and Bonobo.