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Using Fractal Iconography to Emulate Nature's Aesthetics
E Owen1, C Rowland1, S Philliber1
1University of Oregon, Eugene, OR.
Nonlinear Dynamics, Psychology, and Life Sciences
|December 28, 2023
Summary
Viewing fractal patterns, created by physicists and psychologists, can reduce stress and improve cognitive skills. This research explores fractal iconography for generating naturalistic art inspired by nature.
Area of Science:
- Physics and Psychology
- Art and Computer Science
Background:
- Human-centered designs can be informed by psychology experiments.
- Fractal patterns have demonstrated positive impacts on human well-being.
- Naturalistic art generation is an area of interest in computer science.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the concept of 'fractal iconography' for generating naturalistic art.
- To investigate the use of composite fractals in mimicking nature's complexity.
- To convey the aesthetic power of nature through fractal art.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing psychology experiments to understand the effects of fractal patterns.
- Employing computers to generate art based on fractal principles.
- Combining three forms of fractal patterning ('fractal icons') to create composite fractals.
Main Results:
- Fractal patterns were found to reduce physiological stress levels.
- Enhanced cognitive skills were observed in individuals viewing fractal patterns.
- Composite fractals effectively generated complex, naturalistic scenery.
Conclusions:
- Fractal iconography is a viable approach for computer-generated naturalistic art.
- The aesthetic power of nature can be effectively conveyed through composite fractals.
- This interdisciplinary approach highlights the positive impacts of fractal art.
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