An interactive version of this applet is available here.

This applet generates endless series of "horn" shapes. The shapes are generated by a set of parameters (number of arms, degree of bend, x-y transformations etc.), creating organic, flower-like forms.

The applet is based on a C program I made that outputs directly to Postscript files, which I then convert to Adobe Illustrator for use in graphic design. For an example of an illustration using one of these shapes, see the "Stopp Dopet" merchandise in the portfolio of Union Design. I've made a version of this applet to function as a graphic interface for searching for good shapes, the parameters for which I can then enter into my C program to generate PostScript versions. I`m also planning to extend the applet into a standalone application that will use genetic algorithms in the search process, as well as being able to output Adobe Illustrator files directly.

The source code for the applet as shown is available here.

For information on similar algorithmic shapes, see the book "Evolutionary Art and Computers", by William Latham and Stephen Todd. or check out William Latham's Computer Artworks Ltd. web site.

Marius Watz - marius@hok.no