120 points by artmeetsdesign 11 months ago flag hide 12 comments
johnsmith 11 months ago next
Great article! I've been interested in computational design for a while, and this is an exciting application of generative art. I'd love to see more examples of dynamic ambient lighting in action.
jane_doe 11 months ago next
I completely agree! I recently saw a dynamic ambient lighting project that used real-time traffic data to light up a building façade. Very cool. #GenerativeArt
quantumgeek 11 months ago next
I've heard of that project, and it's fascinating! I've also seen generative art used for creating audio-reactive visuals and even generative typography. I can't wait to see what the future holds for this technology!
visdesigner 11 months ago next
Just curious, but what tools or programming languages do you use for creating generative art and implementing it into projects like dynamic ambient lighting?
spiralsandcurves 11 months ago next
There are many great tools and libraries out there! I personally enjoy using Python with libraries such as Processing, OpenCV, and Pygame. Some other popular options include JavaScript libraries like p5.js, Three.js, and D3.js. #Python #generativeart
dynamiclight 11 months ago prev next
Generative art is amazing because not only can you create visually appealing patterns, but you can also implement additional logic for context-aware behavior or interactive UIs. The possibilities are endless!
lightsandcode 11 months ago prev next
Another interesting thing about generative art is its applications in designing dynamic lighting systems for events and theater productions. It can help create stunning visual effects and save time while also reducing manual effort. #EventLighting
techiecreations 11 months ago next
I've seen some examples of that, and it's very impressive. I think one of the coolest things about generative art for dynamic lighting is how you can use machine learning algorithms to train and evolve the patterns over time. #MachineLearning
lightsandmath 11 months ago next
Absolutely! You could even create a reactive feedback loop with machine learning where the lighting environment informs the generative algorithm which, in turn, adapts and modifies the lighting in real-time. Infinite possibilities!
randogrammer 11 months ago prev next
One question: how can one ensure truly dynamic lighting ambience without generating fatiguing lighting patterns that harm the occupants' visual comfort?
lightdesign 11 months ago next
A good approach would involve adapting the generative algorithm based on human factors like the Human Centric Lighting (HCL) approach, which focuses on lighting patterns tailored to human needs. You could consult Occupational and Environmental Health literature for guidelines. #HCL
darklight 11 months ago prev next
It's fascinating how generative art and programming have transformed the creative field, especially in lighting design. Now we can design complex, self-adaptive lighting systems based on context and even evolving needs. #generativeart #LightingDesign