Best for
Use this converter when you need
- portrait avatars
- landscape pixel posters
- social media edits
Photo pixelation workflow
Photo to Pixel Art Converter
Convert portraits, landscapes, product shots, or phone photos into retro pixel art without uploading the original file to a server.
Settings
Recommended starting point
| Pixel size | Use 10-24 for photos so facial or scene detail stays readable. |
|---|---|
| Palette | Try Extracted from image for natural tones or Soft poster for a warmer stylized result. |
| Dithering | Use Floyd-Steinberg when gradients look banded; use None for crisp poster-like shapes. |
| Adjustments | Raise contrast slightly before reducing colors if the photo looks flat. |
Workflow
How to convert with Pixel Craft Studio
Open the converter
Start from the browser-based editor and load your image or one of the demo images.
Tune the look
Adjust pixel size, palette, dithering, brightness, contrast, saturation, and transparency.
Export a crisp file
Download PNG, JPEG, or WEBP at pixel size, original size, 2x, or 4x scale.
Practical tips
How to get a cleaner result
- Crop photos around the main subject before uploading when possible.
- Portraits usually need a smaller pixel size than landscapes.
- Use saturation carefully; high saturation can make skin tones look unnatural.
Privacy
Your image stays in the browser
The converter runs on a static site with browser Canvas processing. Your selected file is not uploaded to an application server while you tune and export the pixel art.
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FAQ
Photo to Pixel Art Converter questions
Can I convert a portrait photo?
Yes. Use a moderate pixel size and keep the palette natural before trying stronger retro palettes.
Why does my photo lose detail?
A pixel art conversion intentionally groups pixels. Lower the pixel size or export at 2x if you need more visible detail.
Do uploaded photos leave my computer?
No. The conversion runs in your browser and this static app does not upload selected images.
Ready to convert
Open the free browser converter
Upload an image, tune the pixel art settings, and download the result without creating an account.