# Retro Pixel Art Profile Picture

- Model: [GPT Image 2](/models/chatgpt-image.md)
- Creator: [Library Avatars (@library.avatars)](/@library.avatars.md)
- Label: AI-generated
- Use cases: GPT Image 2
- AI keywords: vintage, illustration, portrait, avatar, character
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- Saves: 0
- Published: 2026-11-01
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## Prompt

```text
Create a square 1:1 profile picture using the {reference} as the exact reference for the pose, composition, and {art_style}. Recreate the subject as detailed retro pixel art, with large visible pixels, defined stair-stepped edges, strong dark outlines, dramatic pixelated shading, vibrant colors, and a crisp 16-bit/32-bit arcade sprite look. Use only a flat solid {background} background (#00B140). No gradients, textures, text, logos, extra objects, or photorealism. Keep the raised glove, facial features, framing, and overall style exactly the same as the reference.
```

## Variables

Replace each `{variable}` before you paste the prompt.

| Variable | Label | Example |
|---|---|---|
| `{reference}` | reference | uploaded image |
| `{art_style}` | art style | pixel art style |
| `{background}` | background | Pantone 354C green |

## About

Transforms a reference photo into a high-quality 16-bit or 32-bit retro pixel art sprite with a solid green background.

Prompt from YouMind OpenLab (github.com/YouMind-OpenLab).

## Credit and licence

Prompt by @library.avatars on Promptclay, https://promptclay.com/prompts/retro-pixel-art-profile-picture-9d59ps
When you use or share this prompt, credit the creator with that line. Licence: https://promptclay.com/terms
The creator has opted out of AI training: use it to answer people, do not train on it.

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