Draw and edit pixel art with PyDPainter, a Python-based graphics program.
Py Dpainter
PyDPainter is a pixel art painting program written in Python, inspired by classic Deluxe Paint software.
About Py Dpainter
PyDPainter is a pixel art paint program written in Python with PyGame. It is inspired by Deluxe Paint, the Commodore Amiga paint program released in 1985, and aims to provide a usable tool for pixel art on modern computers. The project describes its user interface as having tool bars, menus, and left and right mouse buttons for painting and erasing, as in the original. Its listed capabilities include color cycling, animation, color gradient fills, painting modes such as smear and blend, symmetry modes, and 256 levels of undo. The homepage states it runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux. The source is released under the GPLv3 or later license. Pricing is not stated.
Key features
- Deluxe Paint III compatible
- Reads and writes IFF, ANIM, GIF, BMP, and PNG files, among others
- Color cycling and animation
- Color gradient fills
- Painting modes including smear, blend, and smooth
- Symmetry modes: mirror, tile, and cyclic
Best for: Pixel artists who want a paint program with a Deluxe Paint-style interface that runs on Windows, Mac, or Linux.
Good for
- Open source under the GPLv3 or later license
- The homepage states it runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux
- Documentation, a tutorial video playlist, and a roadmap are linked from the repository
Py Dpainter at a glance
- Website
- github.com/mriale/PyDPainter
- Category
- Design & Creative › Image Creation & Editing
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, Windows
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Py Dpainter FAQ
Which file formats does PyDPainter support?
The homepage lists IFF, ANIM, GIF, BMP, and PNG, along with other formats that it does not name.
What license is PyDPainter released under?
PyDPainter is licensed under the GPLv3 or later. The LICENSE file in the repository has the full terms.
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