There is something so satisfying about opening up the classic Microsoft Paint, selecting the "Paint Bucket" tool, and creating something from scratch.
Today, I decided to take a break from complex apps and go back to basics. I drew everyone’s favorite Pokémon, Pikachu, using only the default tools in Windows Paint.
No layers. No filters. Just pixels.
🎨 How I Did It (The Process)
If you want to try this yourself, here are the tools I used:
The Head: I used the Ellipse Tool (Circle shape) to get that perfect round face.
The Ears: I used the Curve Tool. This is the secret weapon in MS Paint! You draw a straight line, and then you can drag it in two places to curve it perfectly.
The Cheeks: Another set of perfect circles using the Ellipse tool, filled with bright red.
The Coloring: The classic Fill Bucket. (Tip: Make sure your lines are fully closed, or the color will leak everywhere!)
🖱️ My Secret Weapon
A lot of people ask how I get smooth lines in MS Paint without a drawing tablet.
The truth? It’s all about having a mouse with a good sensor. If your mouse is cheap or old, the cursor will "jitter" and make your drawing look shaky.
I used the Redragon M910-KS for this. It has a high DPI sensor that lets me move the cursor very slowly and precisely, which is crucial when you are clicking pixel-by-pixel.
(Note: You don't need an expensive tablet! A $30 gaming mouse is actually better for MS Paint than a trackpad.)
📝 Want to Start Digital Art?
You don't need to pay for a Photoshop subscription. Open up Paint, grab a decent mouse, and just start clicking.
If you create something, tag me on Pinterest or TikTok! I’d love to see your retro masterpieces.
Don't forget to save this Pin for inspiration and check the full video in TikTok! 👇
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