algorithmicart
nounUK /ˌælɡəˈrɪðmɪk ˈɑːt/
US /ˌælɡəˈrɪðmɪk ˈɑːrt/
Art made by a computer following a set of step-by-step rules.
The class made algorithmic art by writing simple code that drew colorful spirals.
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2. Art created using mathematical formulas and repeated patterns.
The museum showed algorithmic art built from repeating geometric shapes.
3. A method where an artist designs rules and the computer produces the final picture.
In algorithmic art, the artist writes the recipe and the machine paints the result.
4. Visual work that changes each time a program runs.
Her algorithmic art looked different every time she refreshed the screen.