RatteJak
Pixel artist from Australia.My artworks depict a wide range of subjects, from nature to politically charged art. I'm studying part-time, and sometimes don't draw much. When I do make art, I usually create detailed illustrations in a strange, swirly style. I create whenever I have spare time.
Discord ~ @rattejak
This is Circus Baby, a character from FNAF
FAQ
What do you like to draw?
Steampunk, horror, nature.
I enjoy old machinery and 19th century aesthetics. The bleak, lifelessness of machines has always fascinated me. I like painting brass and gold, simply because it's shiny. I often drape my characters in vintage clothing, because I prefer old clothes over the simple and boring styles of today. I appreciate art deco and art nouveau, but also raw industrial and brutalist designs. I don't use many colors in my art, since I prefer more dull and realistic tones. I often pixel in an abstract and unclear way and enjoy blending elements together as a single mass. I'm very particular about my art, and try to make things as detailed as I can. Admittedly, I'm too perfectionist when it comes to detail.
What programs do you use to make pixelart?
I use Paint.NET for my pixelart. For animations, I use and EzGIF for making GIFs and Shotcut for editing videos.
How long have you been making pixelart for?
Since 2017.
I made art traditionally in my childhood, however nowadays I'm practically always on my computer, drawing with a mouse.
Is art your current occupation?
No, I'm a hobbyist.
I'm currently studying to become an Entomologist, and will most likely get a job related to environmental science or biology. Art will remain a hobby for me, as that is where I am most happy.
Are your commissions open?
No, they rarely are.
I'm studying and my artistic process is very slow. I'm not typically open to art trades either, since I simply don't have the time.
Can I repost your art?
Yes, as long as credit is given.
I do believe art should be as freely accessible as possible, and with credit more people will see my art.
I remember your old page decorations, can we still use them?
Also yes, as long as credit is given.
I don't make page decorations anymore, but you can find archives of these artworks on my RariDecor or RatteJak (previously RariJacks) Deviantart pages.
Do you sell NFTs?
No.
I believe crypto currencies are unethical for a number of reasons. I will likely never engage with them.
Which social media are you most active on?
Bluesky, that's the platform where I repost and interact the most. Tumblr acts as a good gallery for my art without the clutter.
I do sometimes post my art to Reddit, along with uploading the occasional tutorial to Youtube. My Deviantart is long abandoned, but still exists as an archive of drawings from my teenage years.