Graphics created by algorithms

Generative art is based on the use of code to create images, animations or interactive installations. The process of automatic content generation according to established mathematical rules or random parameters plays a key role here. Algorithms can operate with both simple geometric shapes and advanced patterns inspired by nature.

One of the most well-known applications is the creation of parametric graphics, which are created on the basis of input variables controlled by the artist. An example is the "Autoglyphs" series, where each NFT token represents a unique image generated by an algorithm without human involvement.

Modern tools also make it possible to create works of high complexity, which opens the way to experiments with color, movement or sound. According to data from blockchain platforms, more than 30% of all NFTs on display are works created using generative techniques.

Growing communities of creators use portals such as the Art Lounge Plus graphic portal, which provides space for the presentation of original projects in online galleries and allows for the analysis of the digital value of works through dedicated analytical tools. In practice, graphic designers use generativity to carry out the following activities:

• generation of a unique series of graphics,
• creating dynamic visualizations for online events,
• experimenting with image structure and color.

Global examples include projects such as Tyler Hobbs' "Fidenza" or Snowfro's "Chromie Squiggle" collection – both recognized as pioneering achievements in coded art.

 Generative art in practice

Some of the most popular tools used by artists are Processing, p5.js and TouchDesigner. Each of them allows you to develop a unique visual language by writing scripts that define the behavior of graphic elements on the screen.

Processing is considered to be one of the oldest frameworks dedicated to creative work with code. Its intuitive syntax makes it possible for even people without much programming experience to create impressive audiovisual projects.

The community also shares examples and inspirations during webinars available on the Art Lounge Plus graphic platform, thus promoting digital education and mentoring for aspiring creators.

p5.js is a JavaScript library that allows you to create interactive web applications of an artistic nature. Its advantage is that it is easy to integrate projects with websites or NFT sales platforms.

TouchDesigner, on the other hand, offers an environment for building complex multimedia installations that require support for multiple data sources in real time - from light control to synchronization of sound and video during live performances or VR/AR shows.

Thanks to the advanced capabilities of these tools, it becomes possible not only to experiment with the structure of the project individually, but also to actively participate in a global community focused on the exchange of knowledge and cooperation on innovative digital initiatives.

 NFTs and uniqueness

The development of blockchain technology has enabled the creation of non-fungible tokens, known as NFTs. This type of digital certificates of authenticity has revolutionized the way art ownership is perceived in the digital environment. With NFTs, generative graphics systems have gained a whole new function: each creative can be branded as unique and trackable on the market.

Generative NFT collections are in huge demand among artists and collectors alike. An example is the "Art Blocks" series, which achieved a turnover of more than $800 million. The mechanism of generating hundreds or thousands of algorithm-based variants allows creators to offer a wide range of unique works, each with its own individual record on the blockchain.

Platforms such as the Art Lounge Plus graphic portal allow you to showcase and sell generative NFT artworks to a global audience. Creators can exhibit their works in virtual galleries, participate in auctions and use analytical tools to support the valuation of tokenized graphics. As a result, the transparency of the digital art market is increasing and the awareness of investors and recipients is increasing. NFTs guarantee artists full control over the distribution of their work and the chance to interact directly with their audiences. The sale of works through graphic platforms gives the opportunity to track transactions and set the terms of further resale, which was previously impossible with the traditional form of art trading.

In the context of generative collections, the following are crucial:

• uniqueness of each piece,
• verifiability of authenticity by blockchain,
• visibility of the history of the owners of a given work.

These features make the value of digital art no longer difficult to document or confirm.

Between chance and control

The process of creating generative graphics requires the artist to take a special approach to the role of chance and the predictability of the algorithm. It is the balancing act between controlling parameters and leaving room for randomness that distinguishes this field of art from classical creative methods. The algorithm becomes a co-creator here - it delivers unexpected results while maintaining a human-designed framework. The role of the artist is to design the rules governing the creation of the image and to determine the range of input variables.

Decisions about the number of iterations of a loop or the degree of randomness directly affect the final result of the work. In practice, this often means experimenting with the structure of the code until you get satisfactory visual results. Examples show that even a slight modification of the initial conditions can lead to radically different visual effects.

To sum up, art based on computer code opened up new possibilities for artists to express themselves and experiment with visual form. Generative systems allow you to combine precise design assumptions with spontaneous effects of the algorithm. Thanks to the dynamic development of blockchain technology, the computer-generated art market is becoming more transparent and accessible to new audiences. However, it is the synergy between human creativity and the potential of the algorithmic approach that determines the exceptional value of this field of modern graphics.