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CREATING PIXEL ART

with Soul, Restraint & Subtle Animation
Level up your Pixels with 40+ videos and 6+ hours of content

 
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You’ve probably heard this before: that some people just have it — that art flows naturally through their veins. And maybe you’ve thought that real artists never get stuck, never lose inspiration, and always produce masterpieces in one sitting.

But let’s be honest. That sounds more like a fantasy cutscene than real life.

Here’s the truth: what you admire in others isn’t some hidden code they were born with. It’s the result of hours of practice, trial and error, and a lot of patience. Artists stumble. They erase. They restart. That’s normal — it’s part of the game.

The real “programs” you need to install are simple:
PATIENCE.exe
DEDICATION.exe
PASSION.exe

With those running, you can level up your art skills, no matter where you’re starting from.

And that’s where I come in. Think of me as your co-op partner — here to hand you tools, tips, and the right upgrades so you don’t have to grind alone.

So, what do you say?
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[LOADING…] Building Skills Pixel by Pixel

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[INITIATE] Creativity Protocol…

Remember the magic of old-school 8-bit and 16-bit games? Tiny sprites bouncing across colorful landscapes, every pixel carefully placed, every scene packed with charm?

Pixel art isn’t a secret only a few are born with. With time, patience, and practice, anyone can create their own pixel worlds.

Whether you’re just powering on your first pixel project or have already sketched a few characters, this course guides you through the basics of observation, design, and creation — building vibrant scenes, objects, and characters one pixel at a time.

Hey, I'm Arts.of.win

OR IN FULL...WINIE COLUMNA

Winie Columna is a 24-year-old freelance pixel art illustrator and animator, known for her use of limited color palettes and retro-inspired style. With five years of experience, she specializes in indie games, music albums, music video animations, intro animations, logo animations, and character design.

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[PLAYER STATS] Your Pixel Abilities

[LOAD CHARACTER]

Create expressive pixel portraits and full-body characters with emotion, pose, and style — all in the Nostelika way.

[LOAD ENVIRONMENT]

Build simple but atmospheric backgrounds and environments that set mood and tell stories.

[COMBINE LEVELS]

Merge characters and settings into complete scenes, animating subtle motion and crafting pixel-perfect narratives.

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[MISSION BRIEF] WHAT YOU'LL EXPLORE

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Power up and navigate through the world of Nostelika pixel art! Start by mastering Aseprite, essential tools, and limited color palettes. Progress to designing expressive character portraits and dynamic full-body sprites. Explore backgrounds, mood, and perspective, then merge everything into cohesive, story-driven scenes. Along the way, you’ll unlock subtle animations, refine your style, and gain the skills to craft vibrant, retro-inspired pixel worlds — level by level, pixel by pixel.

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[LEVEL UP] What You’ll Master

[BOOT SEQUENCE] Pixel Art Foundations

Learn the basics of pixel art, explore the Nostelika style, and craft magic using just three colors. Level up your Aseprite skills — tools, layers, colors, shortcuts, exporting — plus a secret bonus: a custom pink theme.

[CHARACTER UNLOCK] Pixel Portraits

Unlock character creation! Sketch head angles, refine pixels, render hair, clothes, and accessories, and animate subtle motion to bring your portraits to life.

[FULL-BODY MODE] Expressive Characters

Power up your character skills! Capture gestures, dynamic poses, outfit flow, small accessories, and shading storytelling — then animate subtle facial expressions for extra flair.

[ENVIRONMENT LOAD] Backgrounds with Feeling

Enter the world around your characters! Build simple yet atmospheric landscapes, master perspective, composition, and lighting, and tell stories through palette and mood.

[SCENE COMPOSER] Merging Characters & Backgrounds

Combine everything into epic scenes! Plan thumbnails, balance characters with backgrounds, harmonize palettes, add props, and craft narrative moments — finishing with a timelapse bonus of a complete Nostelika scene from start to finish

[PIXEL PACK] Contents Unlocked

[LOAD ASSETS] Fundamentals & Tools

Gear up for your pixel adventure! We’ll explore the essential tools, techniques, and core knowledge needed to start your journey. Before diving into new skills, you’ll learn how to wield your pixel toolkit like a pro — mastering the basics to build your retro worlds, one block at a time.

[XP TRAINING] Practical Exercises

Theory is your map, but practice is how you level up! Get ready for a series of exercises designed to get your pixels moving and spark your creativity. I’ll share secret tricks and techniques to help your creations stand out, turning your sketches into true pixel-art masterpieces.

[UNLOCKED FOREVER] Lifetime Access

Once you enter the pixel realm, it’s yours for life! Replay lessons anytime, at your own pace, and master even the trickiest techniques. No countdown timers, no pressure — take 5 minutes or an hour a day. Your adventure in Nostelika pixel art can continue whenever inspiration strikes.

[PORTABLE MODE] Total Flexibility

One of the coolest power-ups of this course: you can access your pixel adventure anywhere, anytime, on any device. Replay lessons as many times as you like — from the comfort of your home or a quick level on the train — and keep leveling up your skills wherever you go.

[CO-OP MODE] Community of Artists

Power up with a team! Once you join the course, you’ll enter a vibrant community of fellow pixel adventurers, all exploring Nostelika together. Share ideas, swap tips, ask questions, and level up alongside people who love pixel art as much as you do. Collaboration has never been this fun!

[HEALING ITEM] Daily Support

On your pixel quest, you’re never alone! Send me a message anytime and receive my guidance and feedback as fast as a speed boost. Some levels of drawing can feel tough, and you might think you’re stuck or “not enough,” but don’t worry — I’ll be there to guide you, step by step, until you unlock your full creative power.

... and much more!

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[ADVENTURE GUIDE] Course Walkthrough

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Boost your skills while having fun and start creating eye-catching pixel art in no time!

All lessons are in FULL HD, packed with references, sprites, and step-by-step demos. Follow along, practice, and compare your progress with fellow pixel adventurers.

Learn tools, colors, and techniques hands-on, and replay lessons anytime, anywhere — your pixel quest has no limits!

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BONUSES:

Extra contents that you will get for free with the course

[SECRET ITEM UNLOCK] Aseprite Theme Extension

As a special bonus, you’ll get my custom pink Aseprite theme! While following the course, you’ll notice my screen recordings use this vibrant style instead of the default gray

 

 

VALUE: $29 FREE

[BONUS SKILL UNLOCK] Subtle Facial Animation

Power up your characters with life! Learn how to add tiny, expressive facial movements that bring emotion and personality to your pixel portraits — a secret technique that makes your sprites feel truly alive.


VALUE: $29 FREE

[SECRET RECORDING] Timelapse: Nostelika Scene

Watch the full creation process from start to finish! See every pixel, decision, and technique unfold in fast-forward, giving you a complete behind-the-scenes look at how a Nostelika scene comes to life.

 

VALUE: $29 FREE

 

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The first option is a one time fee and the second is a monthly option with three installments. The price displayed below is in dollars, but you can pay with ANY currency.

In both cases, you will have immediate access to the course!

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One-Time Payment

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SPECIAL WAITING LIST DISCOUNT

  • 6+ hours of course
  • 40+ video lessons
  • 7 modules
  • Access to a private online community
  • Certificate of Completion
  • 14-Day money back guarantee
  • Lifetime access
  • Access on any device
  • 14-day money back guarantee
  • Bonus: Aseprite Theme Extension (VALUE: $29 FREE)
  • Bonus: Subtle Facial Animation (VALUE: $29 FREE)
  • Bonus: Timelapse: Nostelika Scene (VALUE: $29 FREE)
Total Value: $384
Special Price: $147
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Three Monthly Payments

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$57

SPECIAL WAITING LIST DISCOUNT

  • 6+ hours of course
  • 40+ video lessons
  • 7 modules
  • Access to a private online community
  • Certificate of Completion
  • 14-Day money back guarantee
  • Lifetime access
  • Access on any device
  • 14-day money back guarantee
  • Bonus: Aseprite Theme Extension (VALUE: $29 FREE)
  • Bonus: Subtle Facial Animation (VALUE: $29 FREE)
  • Bonus: Timelapse: Nostelika Scene (VALUE: $29 FREE)
Total Value: $384
Special Price: $57/m
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My Guarantee to Every Student

If you are not satisfied with the courses for any reason, you have the right to obtain a full refund within the first 14 days. This is my guarantee to you, I want all my students to be satisfied. Also, this means that there is no risk as well! Give it a try and experience the program first-hand!

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