I'm trying to learn how to create a scattered pixel effect in Photoshop. I know how to create pixelated graphics. But i'd like to know how to create an effect where the pixels are scattered. Similar to this photo.
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I would build a segment by hand and then apply it as a pattern.
You could also build the segment in Illustrator and create a pattern brush with it.
I was able to achieve something similar, try the following:
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Create a new document with relatively small dimensions.
Select the Pen tool, change the size to 1px
Edit the Brush settings (Window → Brush) for Spacing
I set Spacing at 750%
Edit the Brush settings for Scattering
I set Scatter at 1000% and Count Jitter at 100%.
Edit the Color Dynamics for the Brush settings
This is a "play around with the settings and see what works" step. I changed the saturation and brightness to 92% and 61% respectively.
With the color you want the pixels to be selected, scribble around the document.
The result will be randomly scattered pixels.