Conway Tiles - Inspired by Math, Pixels, and Play:
This piece, sparked by a conversation with mathematician Christopher Scussel about John Conway's fascinating pinwheel tilings (the first non-periodic tilings with infinitely rotating tiles!), explores tessellations in a playful, pixelated way.
Eight variations of Conway triangles, meticulously crafted from squares, dance across a regular grid, their orientations as free as they are unexpected. A vibrant color scheme adds another layer of whimsy, with each sub-triangle adorned in a random splash from the color wheel. Even the outlines join the fun, randomly choosing between black, white, or simply fading away.
A single keystroke sends this digital kaleidoscope swirling anew, offering a glimpse into the infinite possibilities of tiling and color. As my final creation of 2023, it's a celebration of a year rich in experimentation and, above all, the joy of discovery.
I've been involved in making art with the computer since the early 1970's. I’m one of the few early pioneers who’s still practicing Generative Art today.
