Convert Pixel Art to SVG Vector Graphic with GIMP and Inkscape

[Oct 16, 2011]

I found one way to convert small pixel art to large vector graphic by using GIMP and Inkscape.

- First, I open the pixel art in GIMP
- Then I use the Scale3x plugin on it
- Save the file to disk
- Import it into Inkscape
- Select the imported image
- Choose Path > Trace Bitmap
- Set brightness cutoff threshold to 0.30
- Set smooth corners threshold to 1.20
- Set optimize paths to 2.00
- Click OK, you will get a path of stroke
- Select the path
- (Optionally) Choose Path > Inset to reduce outline width
- Choose Path > Break Apart
- Select View > Display Mode > Outline
- Fill in the color for each path

Below is an example of what can be accomplished...