Elegant Hotel - Pixel Art Time-lapse

[@sungjin...]

Excited to get this game when it comes out!

[@beefycat9513]

Same

[@bow2urepnoy]

coming out soon!

[@Decadenttia]

The fact that you make it look so easy when we know it is not, shows how skilled you are 💙

[@Konitama]

Just a tip for when you draw curves like circles or rounded boxes... You're using the shape tool which is fine but it's of course aliasing the curves... Instead of going back in and tracing the curve to get a pixel line, you can just use the Fill tool at 0 Tolerance with anti-aliasing checked off and click on the shape you made. This will fill the shape with solid pixels instead of semi-opaque ones around the curves... then you can just select the shape with the Magic Wand, then go to Select > Modify > Contract and set to 1 Pixel and then Just Ctrl+X to cut out the inside and leave you with a very clean 1 pixel curve.

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks for the tip! Yeah I think I don't have the right settings when using the fill tool. Your way probably saves some time. I will try it out :)

[@VizioenBeOfficial]

@@PixelArchitect An even easier way is to use the path option of the shape tools (or the pen tool to draw a path). Then in the path panel, right click the path and use stroke path. Then use the pencil option to make the stroke. It will use the current settings of the pencil tool.

[@Didi-kd7qs]

Every country has its ‘speciality’ regarding food, it could be fun if you made some dish up that’s tradition in your ingame city, npcs could be excited to visit the hotel and be like ‘yo can’t wait to try …., my friend said was so good’ or shit like that, you could dedicate an NPC to get the ingredients and have a mini game for you to obtain those ingredients!! love your work keep posting vids like this!!

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks Didi. Yeah totally! A local specialty could be cool. Will try to think of something that fits the location :)

[@Nekoneta]

The best thing in watching this time lapse is seeing all the tricks and ways that you use to create this beautiful pixel art! It makes the hotel so much livelier. Can't wait for the game to come out.

[@BannedFromTheaters]

Watching this I felt like one of those TikTokkers reacting to food being prepared: "Oooh what's happening? Oh yes, you gotta add that. Wait. What's he doing now?? Isn't that going to ruin-no I'm being stupid. This man knows what he's doing. That looks GORGEOUS."

[@redfeatheredreptile]

I always have a little narration going in my head too xD and nod to myself wisely when he changes the colors of something like “ah, yes, the correct decision”

[@verdski]

I loved watching this. My favourite part was the miniature bath house and pier scene paintings; As soon as I saw what you were filling the portraits with, it made me grin so hard! I liked watching you add luminance at the end, and wished for just a slightly longer moment to bask in the glory of the finished scene with nice music at the end. Thank you for making this. ♥

[@BlvckMamba]

Thank you for time stamping the music. I love your selection 🥺 it makes these videos so cozy.

[@dabu87]

Great work! Love the details, especially the "four seasons" paintings!

[@miencyfratgyueev3]

This taught me that dithering makes everything look good

[@teenagecuriosity5664]

Came for the art stayed for the music. Just kidding i love your work!

[@HorrifyingReviews]

I'd like to see more timelapse of your projects!

[@DiscoverLifeJourney]

Such a fine piece of art ~ 🧡💛💙💜💚

[@GoogleTrendingTopics]

I fall asleep to these videos because I think they’re relaxing, but sometimes it’s hard because I am so impressed with your skill, talent, and process! I just watch, in awe!

[@DymanicSushi]

Idea: What if you create elevators for some of the more modern buildings. This can add mechanics to your restaurant if multi-layered restaurants come in, so adding an elevator may be a good idea. Love your art style. Makes pixel art look easy, I tried it (Foreshadowing: It did not go well).

[@saku-ra8813]

I love the development of the game :)! You’re truly an inspiration, looking forward for it to launch! Kudos for you ^^

[@ranseyjoiner4759]

The circular rug is drawn in perspective, but the rectangular rug isn't. Hope that's helpful. It looks like they're on different planes. Edit: I think all it is is the checkered pattern on the rug needs to be condensed vertically. If the checkered pattern was on the bottom of that luggage carrier, it seems like it would be condensed and drawn in perspective. Hope that's helpful Awesome devlog here, though, I really enjoy seeing how you create everything. Would love to see how you create the rules and gameplay as well!

[@PixelArchitect]

Hmmm that's true. Didn't realize it jumps out. Can definitely adjust it :)

[@MajesticNin]

Seeing these little snippets/teaser of places in the world are really fun and bring me so much joy. And very satisfying see a scene come together.

[@kelvinmartinezfontanez5705]

Heck, I have immense respect for artists who can do that. You made it look so simple and fast, when it really isn't, it just shows how talented you are.

[@tequilamockingbird4989]

Seeing channels like yours brings me such joy, it is so unique and the music selection is fantastic I am so stealing your playlist :p. Beautiful art, those curved walls are such a nice touch we do not see those in other pixel rpgs.

[@puusch5332]

I don't know how many times I've researched the time-lapse before bed. so relaxing. I love your style and am super stoked for the release :)

[@bubblebun_]

Once again an amazing result! I hope things go well with your game and I'm looking forward to it's launch

[@sodaflavored8507]

Another great masterpiece. I love the way you use colors! It creates such a vibrant world filled with wonder. For future music choices, can you do more lofi? And once again, love your voice so maybe more commentary videos about your art?

[@thenickaa9176]

Your work is so amazing. I mostly watch for the voiceovers, but even timelapse are so relaxing.

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks. More voiceovers coming soon :)

[@ZynthProductions]

Really looking forward to this game

[@arkangelmerici1170]

This was awesome!! The music was so moving 😢! I really enjoyed the part where you add the small details. That makes the place come ti life!! Thanks for sharing!

[@antonb5504]

2 of those paintings looks like a tribute to howls moving castle (the castle) and spirited away (town past the sea), love that!

[@pn4960]

Wait i've been bingewatching your youtube channel for a while but i've never stumbled on this video! How is that even possible?

[@sabu641]

Incredible! Can't wait to see it in game.

[@VagabondPink]

I really love the backgrounds for each of the setting. Though, I can see the clash with the sprites in it, perhaps it would be good to set a limited color palette for the characters that roams around, it'll help the eyes adjust as well as setting apart background characters from the interactive NPCs.

[@nat298]

thank you for this.

[@zachv465]

Love your bathhouse and fishing village paintings. Great tie in.

[@viajantedotempo3718]

Great use of colors!

[@optimisticotter7679]

Great work! Just curious, how long do these scenes normally take to create. All the way from the drawing board to the final touches? Can't wait till the game comes out!

[@PixelArchitect]

This one took about 12 hours total. I never do it in one sitting though. It would be too tiring haha

[@easternwesterner]

@@PixelArchitect amazing! can you share what was the canvas size in pixels?

[@lofisenpai2872]

this is great!

[@BeautyButterflyLove]

every video you post is a treat! the finished game is gonna look sooo good

[@guillermogetino7550]

I would love to see how you create the maps in unity, not just creating the pixel-art but implementing the pixel-art in unity and creating the whole scene

[@kokichi408]

this is so relaxing and fun to watch,, it makes me want to start working asap and im already so excited for your game.

[@vivianle2379]

An awesome job! I'm digging the trio colors of the hotel and the accents on the arch doors, pillars, and stairs... It gives off an impression of elegant and exotic style. Would you like to take a crack at making mosaic windows? I think they'd go great in your game's building design somewhere lol. Thank you for putting out a video even though game development is time-consuming, I always enjoy watching the time-lapses and architecture nuanced videos...also, So happy for your success with Chef RPG Kickstarter campaign, I hope you and your team have loads of fun during the game development process!

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks Vivian :) Mosaic windows is a cool idea. Will try it out for one of the future buildings. Yeah definitely been fun but also pretty tiring. Just chugging along

[@zartekexe]

I LOVE your timelapse !!!! Please do more (Hello from France)

[@apoorva_i]

I can't wait for your game, been following it for months now

[@Maksimmy]

I CAN'T WAIT FOR THIS GAME!!! THIS IS INCREDIBLE!!!

[@causeway3877]

nice

[@muhammetislambedirbeyoglu3135]

Just wow, making your reality exist and letting us feel it :) tyvm for the beautiful video

[@redfeatheredreptile]

Thanks for the relaxing watch as always. Like the music this time, tho i love the lofi too. I think i gotta get this game now, excited to see the result of everyone’s hard work ☺️

[@rdwilln]

fantastic

[@EsraaNur07]

Paintings are my favourite

[@LostTwilight.]

I recently started watching and I'm in love,so excited!

[@LeafyLeah]

Gives me graffitied subway vibes and I’m here for it!

[@iyacfox6917]

Man, i just love your videos, every time i see one of them, i begin to get inspired a lot, i love you man

[@charlottesherlock]

this was very beautiful to watch, I cannot wait to get the game!!! Take your time to make it perfect and I shall sit here watching your videos

[@evilotis01]

perceived perspective does really weird things when you're watching someone create a scene like this. for at least half the video i thought the curved section at right was an arched roof, rather than a wall, and i was like "why is he putting brickwork on the roof??"

[@bryanbluez1053]

I can not wait to buy this game i been telling so many people about it! im in love! hopefully they add more hair colors and clothing colors

[@lazy_0194]

This makes me even more hyped for the release

[@tanujbhaud9186]

Man, this gave me goosebumps!

[@ezelominish3767]

Dude what a nice Video with good Music ! Youre so talented ! More Videos like this pls !

[@adriiven5558]

Not sure if you'll read this but I'm working on my own game and I was about to give up on pixel art, I felt like I couldn't do any good but I found your channel and you're such a HUGE inspiration and it made me want to go for it so, tysm.. Your game is on my steam want list!

[@JMArts]

this video is actually so insane. wow

[@mio-xh1ln]

sooo pretty !! you did an amazing job !!

[@lii5409]

I've been waiting for u to uploadd 😭

[@owlMouce]

I'm so hyped for this game!

[@deryauuu]

nice work

[@mekinleysaintvictor1178]

Another masterpiece. Love it!

[@cinnamon88]

I really like your style. Keep up the good work 👏

[@dzakwanirfan5138]

very cool sir

[@migueducaro]

Maravilloso trabajo, felicitaciones 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@brandon8130]

Hey Noah! Loving your content as always----your pixel art is gorgeous!! I unfortunately missed the kickstarter, but I preordered from the backerkit. I was able to get my confirmation email, but I haven't received anything beyond that. As a late backer, im not sure what to expect, but just wanted to ask here to make sure! Keep up the amazing work! I can't wait to play your game :)

[@alexandrelorusso2178]

I'd like to see some details on both the frontdesk desk, like a ringbell and such, and on the round table, like an ashtray, crystal glasses etc, to show the place is busy. I've used to work on a hotel, if you want some tips on such things I'd gladly share with you, mate. Really looking forward for the game's release. Ps: i've liked the night painting of the fish market better with the moon.

[@darrylwolfe7359]

This guy is a genius. Probably a millionaire now in making games

[@musiquemaker1207]

Amazing Work !! How did you get soo good ? I would like to improve my art style

[@nathamonrojapiman2702]

Love your time-lapse so much , it make me satisfied ❤️💚💜❤️💚💜 I would like to see more time-lapse like this , I hope you will do time-lapse about Stretch goal place such as cave network or fish platform. It will be one of satisfying content. 🧡🧡🧡💙💙💙

[@slowfuse]

that floor is divine, i dont understand it.

[@frankg_15]

Hey, just asking what software do you use to make this and what software do you recommend for beginners getting into pixel art?

[@LaraOlina]

He said in another comment that he uses photoshop :-) I also like watching the channel of James Brandon, he has a video too titled "What Program to use for Pixel Art", maybe that's helpful to you!

[@frankg_15]

@@LaraOlina Thanks so much for the recommendation will check it out!

[@ralphhulsman]

This is awesome! Can you say anything about the scale/pixel size that you use to make your canvases? I'm struggling to find the right size. Your style is beautiful and I would love to learn more about it!

[@AnnaBeatriz-lq5jd]

This is so amazing! 😍 how long did it take?

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks! About 12 hours

[@melody.-.1839]

I am extremely excited about seeing this game come out, and also about seeing it in development. It's really interesting and helpful for an aspiring video game creator like me. This might be a stupid question but I'd love to know what program you use to design the visuals for the game

[@PixelArchitect]

Glad it helps! Currently using Photoshop for the pixel art. But always good to start with pen and paper for concept sketches.

[@mannyisshort]

Truly special artwork and amazing game development content. Are you doing this full-time with your architecture degree? Or is it just a part-time/hobby? I can imagine that if you ever had an opportunity to this full-time, you would take it.

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks! This is a full-time job now. Quit my architecture job a few months ago, since there's no way I can finish this game working part-time haha

[@madmaster3d]

@Pixel Architect hi when i use retengle tools like u in time 2:33 it has antialasing & i mean it drawed but i can edit or rease it how i can draw like u with this tools? edit: seems u just using it just for guide yes? & what resolution is ur canvas size?

[@ErwinTheEmperor1]

Did you draw that in one take? It looks AMAZING btw.

[@jonwheatley]

amazing work. i miss the insightful commentary though.

[@PixelArchitect]

Might try one of these time-lapses with commentary - kinda like a tutorial :)

[@jonwheatley]

@@PixelArchitect LFG!!!!!!!

[@StarFighter666]

What is your advice to those who are trying to become good at pixel art and game development? How did you get into pixel art and what did you do to become so great at it?

[@vanessarider5708]

I love all of your architecture work, but the thing that jumps out most to me in this one is the colors. It reminds me of a box of crayons with a few too many bright primaries/ secondaries. The purple accents and bright blue shadows stand out the most. If you changed the shadows to more of a teal, and the purple to a deeper brick red I think it would look a lot more polished. Just a suggestion though! Feel free to ignore :)

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks for the feedback Vanessa! It's true a lot of my drawings end up with the primary colors popping out a lot. I'll try a color readjustment later :)

[@aino1415]

I have a question on the color palette you are using: do you limit yourself to a smaller palette you are using throughout the game, or do you use unique palettes for each scene? Also how do you make each scene you create blend in color-wise with the rest?

[@Lefaiiry]

What program do u use to record the screen? Love ur pixels 🥰

[@PixelArchitect]

Currently using Streamlabs OBS

[@herecliche]

Hopefully it will be available in android and ios🙏 Really looking forward to this game

[@step_2_mii]

Hi! I wanted to ask: What program did you use for this piece? It looks so clean and crisp, yet so simple and cute. Also, this is literally the first time I've seen a time-lapse for any pixel art. Sweet! I admire the way you use your shape tool in this video; I couldn't get my eyes off of how easily you drew the round shapes especially.

[@GrannyBender]

It's photoshop

[@step_2_mii]

@@GrannyBender Ahh, alright. Thanks.

[@julesbtwnteeth]

Oh god this hotel is so beautiful, just like the music :( where do you find songs like these?

[@Rex420_]

He's gonna be rich in one day

[@Chironyx]

Amazing work!! Out of curiosity - any paticular reason for why you're drawing-in a colored outline before filling it with the bucket tool, instead of using the bucket tool from the get-go? (like in 02:04 ~ 02:07 } Also, have you ever considered trying out Aseprite instead of Photoshop? I used to be stuck in the trap of not moving over because Photoshop was already familiar, but after a pretty miniscule learning curve Aseprite becamse a software I literally love working in, am wondering if you ever gave it a go

[@PixelArchitect]

Tbh Photoshop is still a bit limited when it comes to pixel art, but I mainly use it since it has good non-pixel art tools. The reason for the outline is because if I use the paint bucket right away, it often causes blurry, multicolor edges - a Photoshop limitation. I know Aesprite dosen't have to worry about this. Might give it a try and use it for certain drawings

[@thalesbentancour7186]

probably cause he likes to maintain the linework and the colors in a different layer , he could just use the wand select tool and then bucket instead, in my opinion. Great videos and great job, btw

[@Chironyx]

@@PixelArchitect How odd, my Photoshop's bucket doesn't seem to do that (I turned off the "anti-alias" checkbox in my tool, but can't recall if I modified any settings other than that) And excellent, hopefully you'll love it as much as I do!~♪

[@eliseocanas8464]

@@PixelArchitect trust me Noah, for pixel art, Aseprite has unparallelled speed and aesthetic. I used to use a tool similar to Photoshop and when i switched it up to Aseprite, my art inmediately got faster and better. It's the best tool!

[@PixelArchitect]

Ah you are right! Turning off anti-aliasing does work. Wow wish I knew this a long time ago T_T

[@dragonlord1935]

How long did it take you to make this in real time? I'm interested in learning Pixel Art so I really want to find out how much time you actually invested into this amazing scene.

[@PixelArchitect]

About 12 hours total I think. Definitely takes some patience to get through these cause it usually doesn't look very good till near the end of the drawing process

[@dragonlord1935]

@@PixelArchitect Oh absolutely. From what little I've done and seen, Pixel art architecture feels more like growing a plant rather than laying out a level lol. It's actually surprisingly methodical once you get the style nailed and sizes nailed down. I do have a bit of a problem though, the thing I'm finding most difficult right is just figuring out the 3/4ths perspective for things because somehow I end up over-correcting one way or the other and all of a sudden I'm either in sidescroller mode or complete top down view. Have you got any tips for perspective? In your scene everything looks awesome, it just fits and nothing looks awkward or out of place.

[@fleur3079]

Hi, what topics did you learn in C#? The game is very cool in terms of design, good luck with the release!

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks :) There aren't any specific C# topics I learned per se, except for the basics. I think the best way to learn is to start on a (small) project and learn as you go, since you can apply everything you learn immediately. Hope this helps!

[@fleur3079]

@@PixelArchitect thank you!

[@kwoo24]

Enjoyed watching your pixel art! When is the expected release date for Chef RPG? I'm really looking forward to it!

[@PixelArchitect]

Thanks :) We have a planned release of Q3 2023, so still a ways to go haha

[@smy6177]

Just curious how you handle the scene in game engine. With smaller objects like trees you usually wanna sort the layers based on y-axis of the player and the object but how do you manage this with these larger scenes so that player is on the correct layer. For example the stair railing in this? Do you still bring the art in smaller pieces to the engine?

[@uranus400]

Ohhhhhh.....

[@mictus0712]

Do you have a Spotify playlist with all the songs you use in these timelapses? (before I go off and make it myself!)

[@mictus0712]

Never mind! Just made it 😃 open.spotify.com/playlist/6cCrvVt3UwDVnRU26vB3lr?si=576a56aed5ff462e

[@minalequellec3123]

I really love what you do and I would like to by your game, but I am French. Do you think I could by it in france when it is out ?

[@PixelArchitect]

Yup definitely! Steam should be available in France. It will first be released in English, and we will likely do a French translated version sometime later.

[@pandiwann6248]

How did you do the last step for the lighting in blue and yellow ? Could be very helpful for me im just getting started in pixel art and this could be very useful !

[@PixelArchitect]

I set the image mode to "overlay" instead of "normal." It basically blends and burns the color into the background.

[@pandiwann6248]

Thanks ! Also great work, i found your channel a few days ago and your work is amazing, i'll try to learn more with your videos

[@PixelArchitect]

@@pandiwann6248 No worries :) Best of luck and glad these videos have been helpful!

[@TheRegeu]

caraka q chapado !

[@alanmonroyevia5679]

Me Gusta La Portada De Este Video Y Me Gusta Las Feminas De La Portada De Este Video

[@Rw-mhrg]

Cool but why the music so dramatic ???