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The Joy of Creating Art with Code

EuroPython Conference via YouTube

Overview

Explore the fascinating intersection of art and programming in this 31-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2020. Dive into the world of generative art, learning how algorithms can create stunning visual pieces. Discover the evolution of this artistic form over the past five decades and gain insights into autonomous art creation using Python. Examine tools like Processing, PyCairo, and WebGL to bring your artistic visions to life through code. Get hands-on experience with geometric and mathematical patterns, incorporating elements of randomness for unique results. Gain a comprehensive understanding of various techniques, including canvas manipulation, curve creation, color palettes, noise functions, fractals, attractors, and pixel sorting. Unleash your inner artist and harness the power of Python to produce captivating digital artworks.

Syllabus

Introduction
Overview
What is Art
generative art
mathematical functions
random function
Canvas
Point and Line
Curve Vertex
Bezier Curve
Draw Function
Curve Vertex Function
Curve Vertex Example
Basic Shapes
Color Palette
Linear Interpolation
Noise
SineCosine
PullInNoise
Noise Field
Fractals
Attractors
Random Gaussian Distribution
Pixel Sorting

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  • Anonymous
    One of the best introductions I have seen on Generative art in the Python ecosystem. Also, I loved the slides.

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