Jaw Dropping Vexel Artwork From the Pros
- By Tom Ross
- Posted in Graphics, Inspiration
- 8 comments
Vexel art is very similar to vector art in terms of appearance. It typically features sharp-edged lines and areas of flat color, or smooth gradient fills. The word ‘vexel’ was coined from a combination of “vector” and “pixel”. The main difference between vexel art and vector art is that vexel artwork is rasterized. This means that it’s not scalable, so many vexel artists create their vexels at very high resolutions.
Instead of using vector lines, shapes and polygons, vexels are created using a raster programs support for transparent layers. Each layer is given a solid shape, or shape with a gradient fill, and the layer order and structure creates the illusion of a single composition.
Today we’ve rounded up a selection of jaw dropping vexel artwork from some of the very best vexel artists in the world. Not only are these pieces beautiful works of art in their own right, but they show the laborious nature of vexel design. Many of these designs use thousands of layers to build up a detailed, realistic outcome.
The Art
Gimme More Braaainss by Winterof87
Civic SS – Vector by `dangeruss
Let me look at myself by kioshima
Rihanna by Swezzels
Silence is Golden by Novembermeisje
C-West Skyline by `dangeruss
Collab by gershonv
Adriana Lima 2010 by Swezzels
Penelope by gershonv
Angel’s Eyes by gershonv
Fleur by o0tingeling0o
Lady Gaga by fabulosity
Jordin Sparks by Swezzels
Old Vexel – Salma Hayek by fabulosity
Colin Edwards by `dangeruss
Snow by zldz
contemplating by jawwneeee
Wind Through my Hair by Swezzels
Shades of Gray by Joaris333
Monarch Butterfly by MChaos07
Wonderwoman by `shebid
Ooh La La by Ash-Becca
Nicole by jespecially
Necklace… by AstridT
Of my Soul by Dark83
Suicide Blonde by ChewedKandi
Fragile by renen02
Mystery by 0stargazer0
Girl on the Wing by blinktastic
Birds of Prey by intoyourheart
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Norvik, 23 March 2012
Wow, wish i could paint like this ^^ I like the “Birds of Prey”
Tom Ross, 22 April 2012
Yeah the colors in that piece are beautiful! So intense/rich.
Shaiianne Lydia Ong, 24 March 2012
Fantastic showcase, nice details in the vexels, especially like the hair and eyes. Girl on the Wing is an outstanding piece! :D
Tom Ross, 22 April 2012
I agree, Girl on a Wing is really original, and I love the softness achieved through the pastel tones.
KBharath, 27 March 2012
Incredible Art Works….:)
Esmaeel, 08 April 2012
So why they rasterize the final artwork?
Kundan, 31 May 2012
Awesome! :)
Bas, 27 August 2012
Nice work!
But this one is still the best I ever seen in my life: http://frankwyte81.deviantart.com/art/Look-Into-My-Eyes-Vector-319828971