242 Project 3 Final Composition - Element

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Element is a 3D computer graphics image created using Python Processing.

A customisable set of variables allow for infinite variations on a simple idea. A ring of spirals are created with varying densities, radius, number of rings and distance from each other. Through the use of this program I was able to come up with a composition demonstrating its effects.

The three images I chose are shown here in one composition. First is a top down shot of a 6 spiral ring. This appears to be 2D and seems as if the image is slightly blurred, creating an interesting effect. The idea of this image is to conceal and reveal the structure of the piece.

The second image in the sequence is a slightly off angle shot of a similar 6 spirals each with only 1 ring. They are placed together creating a spiralling vortex feel. The blurring effect is more obvious in this image but the image still retains its origins by not showing too much detail, alluding again to the unknown factor.

The third and final image is a closer shot of another 6 spiral ring. This shot is taken from a much lower angle and it is a lot closer. This shows detail of how the program uses its algorithm to create these shapes and explains the nature of the blurring effect from previous images.

All together I chose these images over some of my previous efforts as I wanted to strip it back to simplicity. I felt that my code was getting away from the minimalist effect I was happy with earlier in the project. I also removed the animation from the program as I felt the interactivity was taking away and stealing the spotlight so to speak.