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I don't know if I can say it as a hobby since it's my job, but people tend to really enjoy pixel art when they get into it. Either no cost or one time purchases not really over $25 for a software, and can be saved & transferred anywhere! It seems less intimidating than picking up traditional art because of the limitations, you can usually make something better at a small scale or "mask" areas you aren't as good at yet. There's also a rich culture of editing game sprites, so you don't really have to start from scratch to make something you enjoy. (way in the past people would edit doll bases, a basically time capsule exist in kawaiihana's website) In addition, given it's small size and limited nature, it's a bit easier to make simple animations! Seeing your little creation move is really rewarding.