2Dgameartguru
@2dgameartguru.bsky.social
pixelpusher, vectorbender, and quadturner for a long, long time…
Shiny armor - step by step
I started with one half of the silhouette [and mirroring it] for the idle stance, set the base colours for the metal and the fabric/ feathers, added more colours for highlights and shadows, and finally placed the accessories [shield and sword].
I started with one half of the silhouette [and mirroring it] for the idle stance, set the base colours for the metal and the fabric/ feathers, added more colours for highlights and shadows, and finally placed the accessories [shield and sword].
September 15, 2026 at 10:32 PM
Shiny armor - step by step
I started with one half of the silhouette [and mirroring it] for the idle stance, set the base colours for the metal and the fabric/ feathers, added more colours for highlights and shadows, and finally placed the accessories [shield and sword].
I started with one half of the silhouette [and mirroring it] for the idle stance, set the base colours for the metal and the fabric/ feathers, added more colours for highlights and shadows, and finally placed the accessories [shield and sword].
Working on tile sets - inside a barn
I did this quick barn scene this morning as a feedback to a post in another group. The posted tile set had a few issues - mainly with the use of colours and outlines.
I did this quick barn scene this morning as a feedback to a post in another group. The posted tile set had a few issues - mainly with the use of colours and outlines.
September 14, 2026 at 4:11 AM
Working on tile sets - inside a barn
I did this quick barn scene this morning as a feedback to a post in another group. The posted tile set had a few issues - mainly with the use of colours and outlines.
I did this quick barn scene this morning as a feedback to a post in another group. The posted tile set had a few issues - mainly with the use of colours and outlines.
Affinity Video Tutorial - Creating a Neurographic Effect using Compounds and Contours
youtu.be/f1y5Ztuso94
In this video, I create a neurographic style pattern. This can be achieved in all versions of Affinity. The functions needed are compounds, contours, layer effects, and symbols.
youtu.be/f1y5Ztuso94
In this video, I create a neurographic style pattern. This can be achieved in all versions of Affinity. The functions needed are compounds, contours, layer effects, and symbols.
Affinity Video Tutorial - Creating a Neurographic Effect using Compounds and Contours
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
September 3, 2026 at 5:33 AM
Affinity Video Tutorial - Creating a Neurographic Effect using Compounds and Contours
youtu.be/f1y5Ztuso94
In this video, I create a neurographic style pattern. This can be achieved in all versions of Affinity. The functions needed are compounds, contours, layer effects, and symbols.
youtu.be/f1y5Ztuso94
In this video, I create a neurographic style pattern. This can be achieved in all versions of Affinity. The functions needed are compounds, contours, layer effects, and symbols.
When you see Adobe users showing off and wonder if it can be done in Affinity [just as easily]. :)
September 1, 2026 at 5:59 PM
When you see Adobe users showing off and wonder if it can be done in Affinity [just as easily]. :)
Affinity Video Tutorial - Double Outlines around Text
youtu.be/zILPZI4dN5I
There are usually different approaches for a graphic design task. In this video, I show you 5 different approaches to creating double outlines around text objects.
youtu.be/zILPZI4dN5I
There are usually different approaches for a graphic design task. In this video, I show you 5 different approaches to creating double outlines around text objects.
Affinity Video Tutorial - Double Outlines around Text
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
August 28, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Affinity Video Tutorial - Double Outlines around Text
youtu.be/zILPZI4dN5I
There are usually different approaches for a graphic design task. In this video, I show you 5 different approaches to creating double outlines around text objects.
youtu.be/zILPZI4dN5I
There are usually different approaches for a graphic design task. In this video, I show you 5 different approaches to creating double outlines around text objects.
Inkscape Video Tutorial - Creating a Colourful Mask using Basic Shapes
youtu.be/4oLdHWlP1eo
I enjoy working with colourful shapes and had a lot of fun putting them together to a challenge on my Facebook group 'Inkscape - hands-on'.
Enjoy!
youtu.be/4oLdHWlP1eo
I enjoy working with colourful shapes and had a lot of fun putting them together to a challenge on my Facebook group 'Inkscape - hands-on'.
Enjoy!
Inkscape Video Tutorial - Creating a Colourful Mask using Basic Shapes
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
August 8, 2026 at 1:42 AM
Inkscape Video Tutorial - Creating a Colourful Mask using Basic Shapes
youtu.be/4oLdHWlP1eo
I enjoy working with colourful shapes and had a lot of fun putting them together to a challenge on my Facebook group 'Inkscape - hands-on'.
Enjoy!
youtu.be/4oLdHWlP1eo
I enjoy working with colourful shapes and had a lot of fun putting them together to a challenge on my Facebook group 'Inkscape - hands-on'.
Enjoy!
Playing around with Inkscape for more mask designs - reusing the elements for quick variations.
July 24, 2026 at 2:34 AM
Playing around with Inkscape for more mask designs - reusing the elements for quick variations.
Affinity Designer - hands on:
Beginners challenge - Mask
I played around with bevel and Gaussian Blur FX in Affinity for my tiki mask.
Beginners challenge - Mask
I played around with bevel and Gaussian Blur FX in Affinity for my tiki mask.
July 22, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Affinity Designer - hands on:
Beginners challenge - Mask
I played around with bevel and Gaussian Blur FX in Affinity for my tiki mask.
Beginners challenge - Mask
I played around with bevel and Gaussian Blur FX in Affinity for my tiki mask.
Using simple Vector Shapes to sketch
I love to combine vector design tools and pixel art. The vector tool allows quick creation with basic shapes and very easy editing. It makes it a lot easier to recycle art in order to create variations.
I love to combine vector design tools and pixel art. The vector tool allows quick creation with basic shapes and very easy editing. It makes it a lot easier to recycle art in order to create variations.
July 16, 2026 at 9:59 PM
Using simple Vector Shapes to sketch
I love to combine vector design tools and pixel art. The vector tool allows quick creation with basic shapes and very easy editing. It makes it a lot easier to recycle art in order to create variations.
I love to combine vector design tools and pixel art. The vector tool allows quick creation with basic shapes and very easy editing. It makes it a lot easier to recycle art in order to create variations.
Changing location
I am still playing around with pixel art tiles. It's time for some gardening...
I am still playing around with pixel art tiles. It's time for some gardening...
July 14, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Changing location
I am still playing around with pixel art tiles. It's time for some gardening...
I am still playing around with pixel art tiles. It's time for some gardening...
Pixel art is horribly addictive
The morning went a little different than expected... but I had fun [and you wouldn't really call it procrastination, would you? 😁]
The morning went a little different than expected... but I had fun [and you wouldn't really call it procrastination, would you? 😁]
July 13, 2026 at 2:23 AM
Pixel art is horribly addictive
The morning went a little different than expected... but I had fun [and you wouldn't really call it procrastination, would you? 😁]
The morning went a little different than expected... but I had fun [and you wouldn't really call it procrastination, would you? 😁]
Visually separating background and gameplay elements
A quick mockup for a feedback on using less saturated patterns and muted colours for the background [room] and more colour, contrast and stronger outlines for the gameplay elements [player & items].
It's fun to play with a 16x16 pixel tile set.
A quick mockup for a feedback on using less saturated patterns and muted colours for the background [room] and more colour, contrast and stronger outlines for the gameplay elements [player & items].
It's fun to play with a 16x16 pixel tile set.
July 12, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Visually separating background and gameplay elements
A quick mockup for a feedback on using less saturated patterns and muted colours for the background [room] and more colour, contrast and stronger outlines for the gameplay elements [player & items].
It's fun to play with a 16x16 pixel tile set.
A quick mockup for a feedback on using less saturated patterns and muted colours for the background [room] and more colour, contrast and stronger outlines for the gameplay elements [player & items].
It's fun to play with a 16x16 pixel tile set.
I decided to start another Facebook group - "Pixel art - hands-on" with tutorials, support, and as aa showcase for beginners and pros alike.
July 11, 2026 at 5:15 AM
I decided to start another Facebook group - "Pixel art - hands-on" with tutorials, support, and as aa showcase for beginners and pros alike.
Step-by-step - Viking swordsman
Here's a quick approach to the pose, colouring, and shading of a [rather large] character.
[I decided to start another Facebook group - "Pixel art - hands-on" with tutorials, support, and as aa showcase for beginners and pros alike.]
Here's a quick approach to the pose, colouring, and shading of a [rather large] character.
[I decided to start another Facebook group - "Pixel art - hands-on" with tutorials, support, and as aa showcase for beginners and pros alike.]
July 11, 2026 at 5:14 AM
Step-by-step - Viking swordsman
Here's a quick approach to the pose, colouring, and shading of a [rather large] character.
[I decided to start another Facebook group - "Pixel art - hands-on" with tutorials, support, and as aa showcase for beginners and pros alike.]
Here's a quick approach to the pose, colouring, and shading of a [rather large] character.
[I decided to start another Facebook group - "Pixel art - hands-on" with tutorials, support, and as aa showcase for beginners and pros alike.]
I had fun with this quick UI mockup to illustrate my feedback for a game dev.
July 9, 2026 at 9:56 PM
I had fun with this quick UI mockup to illustrate my feedback for a game dev.
As feedback to a post by a game developer, I decided to pixel a mockup to illustrate my points. I got carried away, and it ended up being a bit more involved... but a lot of fun. It's been quite a while since I last did tiles.
July 8, 2026 at 10:20 PM
As feedback to a post by a game developer, I decided to pixel a mockup to illustrate my points. I got carried away, and it ended up being a bit more involved... but a lot of fun. It's been quite a while since I last did tiles.
Inkscape Video Tutorial - Infinite Loop using Bend
youtu.be/_WCGrg2D2eg
Here's take 2 with a more obvious path effect in Inkscape for the infinite loop.
In this video, I want to show you how to use the path effect alongside the Shape Builder Tool to create a multicoloured infinite loop and more.
youtu.be/_WCGrg2D2eg
Here's take 2 with a more obvious path effect in Inkscape for the infinite loop.
In this video, I want to show you how to use the path effect alongside the Shape Builder Tool to create a multicoloured infinite loop and more.
Inkscape Video Tutorial - Using Bend
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
July 5, 2026 at 6:04 AM
Inkscape Video Tutorial - Infinite Loop using Bend
youtu.be/_WCGrg2D2eg
Here's take 2 with a more obvious path effect in Inkscape for the infinite loop.
In this video, I want to show you how to use the path effect alongside the Shape Builder Tool to create a multicoloured infinite loop and more.
youtu.be/_WCGrg2D2eg
Here's take 2 with a more obvious path effect in Inkscape for the infinite loop.
In this video, I want to show you how to use the path effect alongside the Shape Builder Tool to create a multicoloured infinite loop and more.
Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Combining Compounds and Contours
youtu.be/J8O0HdcgvOI
In this video, I will show you ways to create a nice blending effect between objects. This can be achieved in all versions of Affinity. The functions needed are compounds, contours, layer effects, and symbols.
youtu.be/J8O0HdcgvOI
In this video, I will show you ways to create a nice blending effect between objects. This can be achieved in all versions of Affinity. The functions needed are compounds, contours, layer effects, and symbols.
Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Combining Compounds and Contours
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
July 1, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Combining Compounds and Contours
youtu.be/J8O0HdcgvOI
In this video, I will show you ways to create a nice blending effect between objects. This can be achieved in all versions of Affinity. The functions needed are compounds, contours, layer effects, and symbols.
youtu.be/J8O0HdcgvOI
In this video, I will show you ways to create a nice blending effect between objects. This can be achieved in all versions of Affinity. The functions needed are compounds, contours, layer effects, and symbols.
Inkscape Video Tutorial - Using Pattern along Path
youtu.be/jqT6c-EmcnE
In this video, I want to show you how to use the path effect alongside the Shape Builder Tool to create a multicoloured infinite loop [and other tracks like it].
youtu.be/jqT6c-EmcnE
In this video, I want to show you how to use the path effect alongside the Shape Builder Tool to create a multicoloured infinite loop [and other tracks like it].
Inkscape Video Tutorial - Using Pattern along Path
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
June 30, 2026 at 8:33 AM
Inkscape Video Tutorial - Using Pattern along Path
youtu.be/jqT6c-EmcnE
In this video, I want to show you how to use the path effect alongside the Shape Builder Tool to create a multicoloured infinite loop [and other tracks like it].
youtu.be/jqT6c-EmcnE
In this video, I want to show you how to use the path effect alongside the Shape Builder Tool to create a multicoloured infinite loop [and other tracks like it].
Inkscape Timelapse - Manually Tracing with the Pencil Tool - 'Alien Monk'
youtu.be/7kSyXUbmoG8
This timelapse video shows you how to easily trace a sketch using the Pencil Tool to create clean and crisp line art and add colour to the illustration.
youtu.be/7kSyXUbmoG8
This timelapse video shows you how to easily trace a sketch using the Pencil Tool to create clean and crisp line art and add colour to the illustration.
Inkscape Timelapse - Manually Tracing with the Pencil Tool - 'Alien Monk'
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
June 28, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Inkscape Timelapse - Manually Tracing with the Pencil Tool - 'Alien Monk'
youtu.be/7kSyXUbmoG8
This timelapse video shows you how to easily trace a sketch using the Pencil Tool to create clean and crisp line art and add colour to the illustration.
youtu.be/7kSyXUbmoG8
This timelapse video shows you how to easily trace a sketch using the Pencil Tool to create clean and crisp line art and add colour to the illustration.
Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Text Deformation using the Mesh Group
youtu.be/I0QhpIFQaoc
Affinity Designer 2 and Affinity v3 offer Mesh/ Warp groups to deform vector content. They can also be applied to text. In this video, I warp a few lines of text into one half of my cartoon face.
Enjoy!
youtu.be/I0QhpIFQaoc
Affinity Designer 2 and Affinity v3 offer Mesh/ Warp groups to deform vector content. They can also be applied to text. In this video, I warp a few lines of text into one half of my cartoon face.
Enjoy!
Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Text Deformation with the Mesh Group
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
June 26, 2026 at 11:44 PM
Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Text Deformation using the Mesh Group
youtu.be/I0QhpIFQaoc
Affinity Designer 2 and Affinity v3 offer Mesh/ Warp groups to deform vector content. They can also be applied to text. In this video, I warp a few lines of text into one half of my cartoon face.
Enjoy!
youtu.be/I0QhpIFQaoc
Affinity Designer 2 and Affinity v3 offer Mesh/ Warp groups to deform vector content. They can also be applied to text. In this video, I warp a few lines of text into one half of my cartoon face.
Enjoy!
Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Decorative Design with Gradient Mesh
youtu.be/xrTvi15shSw
In this video, I use Affinity v3's fill type Mesh to create a watercolour effect for a Christmas tree design.
The new fill type is a great addition and allows awesome organic patterns and flowing gradients.
youtu.be/xrTvi15shSw
In this video, I use Affinity v3's fill type Mesh to create a watercolour effect for a Christmas tree design.
The new fill type is a great addition and allows awesome organic patterns and flowing gradients.
Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Decorative Design with Gradient Mesh
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
June 26, 2026 at 8:38 AM
Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Decorative Design with Gradient Mesh
youtu.be/xrTvi15shSw
In this video, I use Affinity v3's fill type Mesh to create a watercolour effect for a Christmas tree design.
The new fill type is a great addition and allows awesome organic patterns and flowing gradients.
youtu.be/xrTvi15shSw
In this video, I use Affinity v3's fill type Mesh to create a watercolour effect for a Christmas tree design.
The new fill type is a great addition and allows awesome organic patterns and flowing gradients.
In this mini tutorial, I explain the basics of the Power Duplicate function in Affinity.
youtu.be/W2qz85OxXjo
The inherited adjustment to position, scale, rotation, and skew is called "Power Duplicate" in Affinity.
It's incredibly helpful and very versatile, but also comes with limitations.
youtu.be/W2qz85OxXjo
The inherited adjustment to position, scale, rotation, and skew is called "Power Duplicate" in Affinity.
It's incredibly helpful and very versatile, but also comes with limitations.
Affinity Video Tutorial - Power Duplicate Basics
YouTube video by 2dgameartguru
youtu.be
June 24, 2026 at 9:30 PM
In this mini tutorial, I explain the basics of the Power Duplicate function in Affinity.
youtu.be/W2qz85OxXjo
The inherited adjustment to position, scale, rotation, and skew is called "Power Duplicate" in Affinity.
It's incredibly helpful and very versatile, but also comes with limitations.
youtu.be/W2qz85OxXjo
The inherited adjustment to position, scale, rotation, and skew is called "Power Duplicate" in Affinity.
It's incredibly helpful and very versatile, but also comes with limitations.
I made a video on using vector concepts [for speed and ease to create variations] and pixel art [for ingame assets]:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=74xE...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=74xE...
January 5, 2026 at 8:29 PM
I made a video on using vector concepts [for speed and ease to create variations] and pixel art [for ingame assets]:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=74xE...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=74xE...
Step-by-step of a landscape night scene [as part of a feedback reply for a beginner]
January 5, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Step-by-step of a landscape night scene [as part of a feedback reply for a beginner]