Edit into Pixel Art

Convert any photo into retro pixel art with adjustable pixel size, palette, and dithering.

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What It Does

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About Converting Photos to Pixel Art

Pixelating a photo is more than dropping resolution — it's a deliberate down-sampling where the AI chooses which colors survive and how to use dithering so the subject still reads at low resolution. Our converter runs that decision automatically: it resizes onto a pixel grid, quantizes the palette toward a retro range, and adds dithering to soften gradients without blurring the look. Use it to turn portraits into RPG-style avatars, product photos into pixel marketing assets, or landscape shots into 16-bit-style game backgrounds.

How to Convert a Photo to Pixel Art

Upload Your Image

Pick a photo with a clear subject and high contrast — pixel art rewards strong silhouettes. Portraits, products, and architectural shots convert best.

Pixelate & Adjust

Apply the conversion and use the controls to tune pixel size (8-bit chunky vs. 16-bit fine), palette range, and dithering. Watch the subject hold or lose detail as you push the settings.

Refine & Download

Re-run with adjusted strength until the pixel art has the right balance of nostalgia and clarity. Download the result for avatars, game assets, or print.

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