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[Bass-Windu]

Hey all,

One thing I've always had trouble with is pixel art backgrounds and I was wondering if I could get some advice on how best to go about doing a background that isn't crap. 

I can throw up an example piece if needed.

[beestings]

examples would be nice

[Bass-Windu]

As you can see, the background is rather lame. I was wondering how I could make it look good. It's an ocean, but I can't get the shading down pat for it. Any advice? 

Feel free to make changes to the picture itself if you want, currently it's scaled 200% larger in PS to make it easier to see on here.

[s-spooky g-g-ghosts]

Firstly, read this.

And then look at the games that you think got the job done and try to build a background using their screenshot as reference. Pay attention to the use of gradients, it's one way to create aerial perspective.










EDIT:
Okay, of course sometimes it won't apply, but putting it simply:

[Bass-Windu]

Thanks for the advice! Once my exams are all over I'll use that info to improve my work.