Create a new world in Minecraft and make sure you put yourself in 'Creative' mode. This will give you access to all of the blocks that Minecraft has to offer.
Next, use Google to find a picture that you want to recreate. Just Google something and put "pixel art" at the end of the search. For example, I searched for "Mario pixel art" and found this:
Next, use Google to find a picture that you want to recreate. Just Google something and put "pixel art" at the end of the search. For example, I searched for "Mario pixel art" and found this:
You need to find a picture that is laid out in a grid format like this. Then, you should be able to recreate it in Minecraft using the different blocks that are available to you. So, in my case, I ended up with this when I was finished:
Or, if you prefer, you can add a little more depth:
You can make whatever you want, but you need to show your chosen picture to Mr. Locke first and get it approved.