The Algorithmic Beauty of Plants by Przemyslaw Prusinkiewicz and Aristid Lindenmayer
Natures Algorithm (naturesalgorithm.xyz + Digital Holography) 2023
Nature’s Algorithm comes to life in two ways, exploring time, space, and memory through digitally generated holograms presented in an indoor installation at Evergreen Brick Works, and in a online WebGL simulation that can be experienced on naturesalgorithm.xyz. This world reveals the mathematical algorithm underlying plant life, resurrecting forgotten flora and species existing on the grounds of the Evergreen Brick Works, imagining a diverse future ecosystem. Our eyes cannot see nature's soul, but only its fingerprints. Using art and technology, a WebGL simulation and a series of four luminous holograms showcase environmental ecology, connecting the human-made world to the organic, geometric marvels that inspire it.
Documentation: Ibrahim Abusitta
Audio: original 360 soundtrack composed, designed and produced by Jawa El Khash. Mixed and mastered by Patrick Perez
Tools: 3Ds Max, Chaos VRay & Chaos Pheonix for digital holograms. Unity, Houdini Side FX, Speed Tree and Adobe Substance for WebGL
Installation: hand painted copper plinths, full color digital holograms, custom RGB lighting
2023 — Exhibited at Evergreen Brick Works, curated by Charlene K. Lau with program officer Joanne Bowers
Press: Evergreen Brick Works presents Nature's Algorithm