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2Dgameartguru

@2dgameartguru.bsky.social
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pixelpusher, vectorbender, and quadturner for a long, long time…

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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 19h
YouTube Video Tutorial - Blend Tool Ideas youtu.be/RE-RgrIPQF0 In this video I play with some of the features of the Blend Tool introduced in Affinity version 3.3. This is a small collection of ideas from simple colour blending to basic shape, blend paths, and blending between letters. Enjoy!
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Affinity Video Tutorial - Blend Tool ideas
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
3am and I feel like playing around with vector shapes but have no idea where it's going...
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
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].
Step-by-step pixel art process of a knight in shiny metal armor with sword and shield
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
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.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
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.
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Affinity Video Tutorial - Creating a Neurographic Effect using Compounds and Contours
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
When you see Adobe users showing off and wonder if it can be done in Affinity [just as easily]. :)
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
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.
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Affinity Video Tutorial - Double Outlines around Text
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
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!
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Inkscape Video Tutorial - Creating a Colourful Mask using Basic Shapes
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Playing around with Inkscape for more mask designs - reusing the elements for quick variations.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Affinity Designer - hands on: Beginners challenge - Mask I played around with bevel and Gaussian Blur FX in Affinity for my tiki mask.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
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.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Changing location I am still playing around with pixel art tiles. It's time for some gardening...
pixel art garden scene
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
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? 😁]
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
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.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
I decided to start another Facebook group - "Pixel art - hands-on" with tutorials, support, and as aa showcase for beginners and pros alike.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
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.]
Step-by-step pixel art - Viking swordsman
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
I had fun with this quick UI mockup to illustrate my feedback for a game dev.
pixel art UI of an inventory in a game
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
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.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
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.
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Inkscape Video Tutorial - Using Bend
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
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.
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Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Combining Compounds and Contours
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
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].
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Inkscape Video Tutorial - Using Pattern along Path
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
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.
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Inkscape Timelapse - Manually Tracing with the Pencil Tool - 'Alien Monk'
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
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!
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Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Text Deformation with the Mesh Group
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
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.
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Affinity Mini Video Tutorial - Decorative Design with Gradient Mesh
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
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.
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Affinity Video Tutorial - Power Duplicate Basics
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
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...
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Step-by-step of a landscape night scene [as part of a feedback reply for a beginner]
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
A pixel piece to go with feedback [an image says more than a thousand words]
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
A quick step-by-step on a pixel art slime.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
October was busy... The social media group ran a daily challenge:
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
Affinity Designer Tutorial - Minimal Landscapes using Gradients youtu.be/8pyXnZ0RFSA I will show you how to quickly create minimal landscapes using gradient fills, silhouettes, strokes, and Gaussian blurs. Enjoy! #Affinity #affinity_designer #vector #vectorart #landscape #gradient
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Affinity Designer Tutorial - Minimal Landscapes using Gradients
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Tutorial Video - Colouring in SVG and PNG images youtu.be/VeYLJ5gy13M When purchasing stock images, they often come in various formats. Which tool is the right choice for further editing? Learn how to approach the different file formats and avoid headaches and poor quality results.
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Affinity Designer Tutorial - Colouring in Bitmap and SVG images
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 28/06/2025
I had fun with a birthday present for a friend. [marker and watercolour]
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Manually tracing with the pencil tool Creating line art in Inkscape - Tutorial video youtu.be/CN3msC85AeM This video shows you how to easily trace a sketch using the Pencil Tool to create clean and crisp lineart and add colour to the illustration.
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Inkscape Tutorial - Manually Tracing with the Pencil Tool
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
Tutorial Video - Manual Tracing with the Pencil Tool This video shows you how to easily trace a photo using the Pencil Tool to create a simple lineart illustration. youtu.be/b3ePJc-PVLE
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Affinity Designer Tutorial - Manually Tracing with the Pencil Tool
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Tutorial Video - Manual Tracing with the Pen Tool This video shows you how to easily trace a photo with the Pen Tool to create a simple lineart illustration. youtu.be/ASWXn_qR2SE #affinity #affinitydesigner #vectorart #illustration
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Affinity Designer Tutorial - Manually Tracing with the Pen Tool
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
I had fun coming up with alien designs for my social media groups for Inkscape and Affinity Designer.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
I had a few neurological examinations lately. I learned to live with the term 'hammertoes' a long time ago, but 'claw hands' still gets to me. Yes, there is severe muscle wasting. Yes, the pinky and the 2nd finger don't straighten properly anymore... but they are so much more than claws...
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
It's the latest AI-generated slop trend and I am not going to rant about it [at least not today 😉 ]... Instead, I did my own as a vector illustration.
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Affinity Designer Tutorial - Designing a Maze This tutorial video uses a simple approach using lines, grids, and layer blend modes to create a simple labyrinth. youtu.be/dfId8VQBEKk Set up a grid, use the pen tool to create lines snapped to the grid, and erase lines using the blend mode erase.
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Affinity Designer Tutorial - Designing a Maze
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Tutorial Video - Creating Seamless Rope Pattern Brushes This tutorial video will show you how to quickly and easily create simple, seamless rope brushes. youtu.be/3HgSO4lYvbk Grab the Rope Pattern Brushes: 2dgameartguru.gumroad.com/l/jzchsi [Put a zero in the price field to get them for FREE!]
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Affinity Designer Tutorial - Creating a Seamless Rope Brush
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Inkscape Tutorial - Creating a Linocut Look youtu.be/5crBiJA_dzU In this video, I create a linocut look using the layer blend modes, basic shapes, and the pencil tool. After creating the video for Affinity Designer, I started wondering what was needed to achieve the effect in Inkscape. Enjoy!
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Inkscape Tutorial - Creating a Linocut Look
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Creating a digital linocut look using Erase youtu.be/pVnYamhifdE In this video, I create a linocut look using the layer blend modes, compounds, and layers to contain the effect. I will show you how to create a digital design that looks like a linocut print without the cuts, the paint, and the mess.
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Affinity Designer Tutorial - Creating a Linocut Look using Erase
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
I house- and dog-sat for friends and used the time for some digital detox. I packed the sketchbooks, pens, and watercolours instead of the laptop... and enjoyed it ;)
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
Inkscape Tutorial - Create and Apply a Crayon-Style Seamless Pattern Fill youtu.be/jXVnLqZYbmQ This video explains the creation of seamless scribble/ colouring-in patterns using crayon patterns as patterns along paths. The lines [inside a clip group] are turned into a pattern to colour the design.
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Inkscape Tutorial - Create and Apply a Crayon-Style Seamless Pattern Fill
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Affinity Designer Tutorial - Create and Colour a Line Art Mandala youtu.be/DyY4iUG9Yqw This video tutorial shows how to design and colour a mandala design based on vector lines and tapered strokes in Affinity Designer. Enjoy!
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Affinity Designer Tutorial - Create and Colour a Line Art Mandala
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
I am going through the [rather large] backlog of recorded videos that 'only' needed editing and narration... Clipping Photos along a Dividing Text youtu.be/F-z3GMyH4lw In this mini tutorial, I clip two images inside a circle and use text to divide the top and bottom. Enjoy!
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Affinity Designer Tutorial - Clipping Photos along a Dividing Text
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 01/01/2025
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2Dgameartguru @2dgameartguru.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
Happy Holidays and a Merry Christmas!
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