In this tutorial, you'll learn to make vector pixel art in Adobe Illustrator using the Live Paint tool, how to set up your workspace with a handy preview window, and the best export setting for pixel art.

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🌟Looking to convert vector images to pixel art? Check out the NEW tutorial here: https://youtu.be/HIOhyawNYTU 🌟

Awesome Pixel Art Channels for Pixel Art Foundational Concepts:
Saultoons: https://www.youtube.com/channe....l/UCMLJ_TROV89ll587o
Brandon James Greer: https://www.youtube.com/channe....l/UCC26K7LTSrJK0BPAU
Mort Mort: https://www.youtube.com/user/atMNRArt
Pixel Overlord: https://www.youtube.com/channe....l/UCAfpcnw3DvpcggcHK

00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Setting up the Pixel Grid
01:21 - Importing a Reference Image
01:42 - Setting up a Preview Window
02:24 - Hiding Edges of the Pixel Grid
02:42 - Where to Find the Live Paint Bucket Tool
02:56 - Color Palette Set Up for Live Paint
03:36 - Getting Started with Live Paint Coloring
04:10 - Live Paint Functions
04:30 - Speed Paint of Pixel Art & Erasing Tip
05:05 - Expanding the Live Paint Group for Exporting
05:44 - The Best Export Settings for Pixel Art

Thank you so much for watching! If you have any questions or ideas for tutorials you'd like to see next please leave a comment below.

Cheers!
Kat

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