Mastering the Basics of Digital Pixel Art and Perspective Drawing

Mastering the Basics of Digital Pixel Art and Perspective Drawing

Date(s) & Location(s):
June 15 - 20, 2025 in Durham, NC
June 22 - 27, 2025 in Durham, NC
July 6 - 11, 2025 in Durham, NC
Grades Eligible:
Rising  7th 8th 9th
Course Description:

This course aims to introduce students to two essential artistic disciplines: digital pixel art and perspective drawing. These skills are fundamental in digital game design, animation, and conceptual art. The course will be divided into two segments—pixel art creation and mastering perspective drawing techniques.

By the end of the week, students will have a foundational understanding of how to create their own pixel art and utilize perspective drawing in their designs to enhance depth and realism.

Objectives:

  • Learn the basics of digital pixel art, including color theory, grids, and scaling techniques.
  • Develop an understanding of perspective drawing, including one-point, two-point, and three-point perspectives.
  • Create digital pixel characters, backgrounds, or objects.
  • Apply perspective drawing principles to enhance environments and character designs.
Instructor:
Tamika McPherson
Cost:
$1495