pixel-art

Convert images to pixel art with Floyd-Steinberg dithering and animation overlays.

1|Updated Jun 9, 2026

Search Tags:#animation #video production #pixel art #image conversion #retro style

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/lxt070409/hermes-skills --skill pixel-art-lxt070409

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pixel-art
Source: https://github.com/lxt070409/hermes-skills/tree/main/creative/pixel-art
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lxt070409/hermes-skills --skill pixel-art-lxt070409

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires Pillow, ffmpeg, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill turns your images into retro pixel art, adding a unique aesthetic to your projects and designs.

Core Features & Use Cases

Pixel Art Conversion: Transform any image into pixel art styles reminiscent of classic consoles and early computers.
Animation Overlays: Create short looping animations with era-appropriate effects like rain, fireflies, and snow.
Use Case: If you're creating content for retro-themed social media or want to add a nostalgic touch to your digital artwork, this Skill can help you achieve the look you're aiming for.

Quick Start

Load the pixel-art skill and use the pixel_art command with the 'in.png' image to generate pixel art.

Frequently Asked Questions about pixel-art

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I convert an image into pixel art for a retro video production workflow?▼

To convert an image into pixel art, this Skill applies Floyd-Steinberg dithering to downsample colors and create a retro aesthetic. It processes input images using the Pillow library to generate the stylized pixelated output.

Can I add procedural animation overlays like rain or snow to an image?▼

Yes, you can add procedural animation overlays like rain, snow, and stars to images. The Skill generates short looping animations and encodes them into video using ffmpeg.

Do I need Pillow and ffmpeg installed to generate pixel art animations?▼

Yes, you need Pillow and ffmpeg installed. Pillow handles the image processing and Floyd-Steinberg dithering, while ffmpeg is required for encoding the procedural animation overlays into video.

What is Floyd-Steinberg dithering and how does it work for retro style image conversion?▼

Floyd-Steinberg dithering is an error diffusion algorithm used for retro style image conversion. It redistributes quantization errors to neighboring pixels, simulating color depth and creating classic console aesthetics.

What is the best way to create looping pixel art animations for social media content?▼

The best way to create looping pixel art animations for social media is to convert images with dithering and overlay procedural effects. This Skill adds era-appropriate animations like fireflies or snow and encodes them into looping video.