Generative art involves the use of an autonomous system – algorithms and computer programs to create visual and audio works that are self-contained and self-generating.
The artist sets the rules and parameters for the system, but the output is generated by the computer, resulting in a piece of art that is unpredictable and often surprising.
A unique landscape is generated each time you refresh the page.
Try the full version: Cellular Automata Horizons. You can interact with it. Pressing 1, 2 or 3 for example will change the cell size.
Generative art is not just about the end product, but also the process of creating it. It is a combination of art and technology, where the artist uses programming as a tool for artistic expression.
The outcome can be in various forms, such as images, videos, animations, and even physical objects produced by digital fabrication techniques.
Based on a grid system
Nicu’s artworks are using a grid system of X rows x Y columns, dividing the screen in ‘cells’. Each cell has its own logic and reacts to their neighbors, changing color, size and even shape (can be adjusted by the user).
Even if some of the cells appear grouped together, they know what they’re doing individually.
About Patterns
Nicu P’s approach is rooted in the exploration of natural patterns, particularly Cellular Automata and reaction-diffusion.
Cellular Automata
From the ripples on a pond to the branches of a tree, the natural world is full of intricate, repeating shapes. How are these patterns created? Cellular automata is a way of modeling the behavior of simple units.
Reaction-Diffusion Patterns
Turing patterns are a specific type of pattern that can emerge from reaction-diffusion systems, explained by the interaction of two or more chemical substances, which react and diffuse at different rates. These patterns have been used to create generative art that is both beautiful and complex.
Arduino
To manipulate his generative art in real-time, Nicu is using various DIY Arduino controllers and sensors. By adjusting the parameters of the generative algorithm, an interactive, unique experience is created for the viewer.
Blockchain Art
Some of Nicu P’s work is minted as NFTs.
By minting his works on the blockchain, the art cannot be duplicated or replicated. It also allows to showcase the works to a wider audience, and to connect with other artists and collectors who share the passion for generative art.