Programming Graphics I: Introduction to Generative Art

Generative art involves using programming to create artwork that is algorithmically created. This project-based class will teach you how to create your own patterns using computer programming and generative art techniques.

What you'll learn

• How to set up your programming environment in order to create generative art.

• Introduction to Processing, and the HYPE Foundation. The HYPE Framework will allow you to create work faster and more efficiently.

• Let's begin by drawing your shapes. Then, we will prepare a list of assets that you can use to create your piece. These assets can be any type of image you've created.

• Painting with HYPE uses different variables to create infinite possibilities.

• Controlling and adding colour to your home.

• To create your final piece, use HGridLayout or HShapeLayout. These tools will allow you to create shapes and grids with your assets.

• How to export your files to Illustrator or Photoshop. These files can be edited and modified to create the final piece.

These are the Tools You Will Use

• Sublime text 2 is a sophisticated text editor that allows you to code, markup, and write prose.

• HYPEFramework consists of a set of classes that can perform heavy lifting while requiring minimal code writing.

• Processing is an online community, a development environment and programming language. Processing has been promoting software literacy in the visual arts and technology literacy since 2001.

This class is for everyone who wants to learn programming and generative art.

Even if Processing is your favorite program, the HYPE Framework will give you a fresh look. It will help you improve the workflow and how you create art.