Mike Field

Statement

In my efforts in computer art, graphics and design, I work with chaotic - non-deterministic - dynamical systems and often make use of symmetry. Although the time evolution of these systems seems random and haphazard, long-term time averages often reveal complex and intricate symmetric structure that can lead to a harmonious and beautiful design. In this way, the images I create are simple instances of the statistical regularity through which we experience the workings of the universe. I am particularly interested in using mathematical ideas to create desired artistic effects. Two of the submitted images use some new algorithms I have been working on recently for colouring complex fractal images.

Artworks

A repeating two-color pattern of type p3m1/p3 created using a deterministic torus map and lifted to the plane as a repeating pattern. Much of the effect of this images gets lost in low res/small image file.

This is a complex fractal image which is a composite of the Sierpinski triangle and another symmetric fractal with 11-fold symmetry. The construction of this image required the development of new software and coloring algorithms - an ongoing project to create new classes of visually interesting objects.

A two-colour quilt of type p4g/pgg. Created used a deterministic torus map and lifting the resulting symmetric pattern on the torus to a repeating pattern on the plane. Printed on canvas. Shown as part of John Sims recent Rhythm and Structure exhibition at the Bowery Poetry Club, NY.