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The cutest and most satisfying pixel art accounts on Instagram for digital art lovers

26.01.2022

By Genie Leong

The cutest and most satisfying pixel art accounts on Instagram for digital art lovers

In the age of memes, NFTs, and cryptocurrency, it’s no surprise that everything around us is being rapidly digitised—even art and our aesthetic. Known for its cutesy appearance reminiscent of Minecraft and pixelated RPG games, pixel art has taken the physical and virtual world by storm.

Artists specialising in pixel art have popped up all over social media, most noticeably on Instagram, where many have gained thousands of followers and counting. From 2D drawings to looped animations, the creations of these artists are fantastic, to say the least.

Looking for new pixel art accounts to obsess over? (Trust us, it will turn into an obsession.) Here are some of the cutest pixel art accounts on Instagram that you just have to follow.

1) @probzzzz

 

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With a huge 106k following on Instagram, artist Paul Robertson makes some of the most detailed pixel art there is to see. Much of the work on his page features peculiar and adorable little characters in settings that look straight out of a Studio Ghibli movie. Each frame is packed to the corners, so your eyes never run out of something fun to look at. Robertson also does animated pieces which bring the quirky beings that inhabit each piece to life, just like an RPG game.

2) @8pxl_

 

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The artist behind @8pxl_, Jubilee posts a variety of photos, from pixel art to nature shots to the occasional adorable dog photo. While the page boasts beautiful artwork of nature scenes, the most eye-catching pieces are definitely the pixelated renditions of brightly coloured drinks in tall glasses and pretty, gold-rimmed teacups. If you’re a fan of aesthetic home cafe videos or you follow IG accounts that curate similar content, this pixel art account will surely quench your thirst!

3) @aleha_84

 

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Aleksey, the creative mind behind @aleha_84, creates cosy pixel art scenes that will have you wishing you were curled up by a fireplace in winter, no matter the season or country. Much of Aleksey’s work is dim-lit and darker-toned, with common elements being Japanese architecture, city streets, and lots of snowfalls (many of which are animated too!). Despite the consistent winter scenes, the art feels warm and snug—and almost nostalgic—so prepare to feel the urge to sink into your sofa and get comfy as you scroll.

4) @ijjotho

 

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