What we’re about
Welcome to the Montréal Game Developers! MGD is a community for game developers, designers, and enthusiasts who are passionate about creating, playing, and discussing all things related to game development. Whether you are interested in traditional game development, indie game design, or mobile gaming, this group is for you. Join us for networking events, workshops, and discussions on the latest trends and technologies in the gaming industry. Let's connect, collaborate, and level up our game development skills together!
Upcoming events
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Pixel Art Fundamentals - Portraits (Beginner Friendly!)
Grande Bibliothèque - BAnQ, 475 Boul. de Maisonneuve E, Montréal, QC H2L 4E3, Montreal, QC, CAIMPORTANT: The class will be held at room 2.130.1!
Please check this page every week to know where the next class is held!
Requirements: Laptop with Aseprite (recommended) or Libresprite, or iPad with Pixsquare
https://www.aseprite.org (Paid, around $20)
https://github.com/LibreSprite/LibreSprite/releases/latest (Free and 90% identical to Aseprite. Download libresprite-development-[your OS].zip and extract. Open libresprite.exe from the folder)
https://www.pixquare.art/ (Paid, around $20, extended demo has all features but 2 canvases max)
For laptop users, it is highly recommended that you also bring a mouse or drawing tablet!
Summary:
What does every indie game dev need? That's right, a pixel art profile portrait!
Bring a reference photo or two and we'll practice translating complex details into charming, simple, and readable pixel art portraits.
Take a look at our handy-dandy reference folder for a sneak peek of what you’ll be learning -> Google Drive
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🎨 Saturday Casual Drawing - Metro Sketching & Cafe Art Meet Up
Structure Roasters, 460 Rue McGill, Montréal, QC H2Y 2H2, Montreal, QC, CA## 🎨 Saturday Sketch Meetup
Square-Victoria OACI Metro & Structure Roasters
🗓 Date: Saturday, January 17
📍 Locations:
- Option 1: Square-Victoria-OACI Metro Station → 14:00
- Option 2: Structure Roasters (460 Rue McGill, Montréal, QC H2Y 2H2) → 15:00
✨ Schedule
🎨 14:00 – 14:45 Urban sketching inside Square-Victoria-OACI Metro Station (No introduction, just arrive and start sketching!)
🚶14:45 – 14:50 Walk to the café
☕ 15:15 – 15:35 Quick introductions + fun icebreaker
🎨 15:35 – 16:45 Chat & draw together
📸 16:45 – 17:00 Group art sharing + photo time
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### 🌞 What to Bring
🎒 Your favorite drawing or painting kit
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### 💫 Details
- Newcomers are always welcome!
- These meetups are about enjoying the moment, sketching, and connecting through art.
- Running late? DM me on Instagram → @art.lucyhu
- Come sketch, connect, and celebrate the city through creativity 🌿🎨
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### 💬 A Little About Me
Hi friends! I’m Lucy, an artist based in Montreal 🎨
I love sketching in cafés, markets, and cozy corners of the city — and I’d love to meet others who feel the same.
These sessions are casual and community-focused:
Bring your own art materials, and if we’re in a café or restaurant, please support the venue with a small purchase ☕💛
📸 I sometimes take photos or short clips during events.
If you’d rather not be in them — no worries, just let me know!
Let’s create, connect, and explore Montreal’s inspiring spots together. 💛
Instagram: @art.lucyhu5 attendees
Past events
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