SIMON BUTLERS AMSTRAD ART

Simon Butler explores the gorgeous world of CPC 8-bit artwork.

Here we are in a new neighbourhood yet again. The first thing we need to do is put something pretty on the walls, but here’s the rub. Unlike its 8-bit compatriots, the Amstrad does not appear to have a wealth of quality artwork to hand. It’s as fine a machine for graphics as one could wish; nevertheless, with what’s at hand, I shall throw wide the doors of the Amstrad Galleria and reveal the artists who are gracing the grand premiere.