How to Turn a Picture into Pixel Art
Pixel art is a great way to add a unique and creative touch to your images. With a few simple steps, you can easily turn a regular photo into a pixelated masterpiece. Here’s how to pixelate an image in Photoshop.
Open Your Photo
The first step is to open your photo in Photoshop. Select the file you want to pixelate and open it in the program.
Turn Your Photo into a Smart Object
Once your photo is open, you’ll need to turn it into a smart object. This will allow you to apply a filter to the image without permanently changing the original file. To do this, right-click on the layer and select “Convert to Smart Object” from the menu.
Create a Smart Filter
Next, you’ll need to create a smart filter. This will allow you to apply a filter to the image without permanently changing the original file. To do this, right-click on the layer and select “Convert to Smart Object” from the menu.
Pixelate the Image
Now it’s time to pixelate the image. In the top menu, select Filter › Pixelate › Mosaic. This will open a new window with a preview of the image.
Select the Level of Pixelation
The last step is to select the level of pixelation. You can adjust the size of the pixels to get the desired effect. When you’re happy with the result, click “OK” to apply the filter.
And that’s it! You’ve successfully turned your photo into a pixelated masterpiece. With a few simple steps, you can easily add a unique and creative touch to your images.
