Inspiration

The simplicity and beauty of mathematical patterns found in nature have always fascinated me. “The Fated Game of Life” is an exploration of John Conway’s Game of Life, an algorithm driven by straightforward rules. Each grid square represents a cell, and its fate in each iteration is determined by the number of neighboring cells. Through this algorithm, I delve into the process of procedurally generating images.

Using the algorithm to paint

When arranged randomly, Conway’s Game of Life produces lifelike cell patterns. Through modifications to the original algorithm, I developed cells with distinct behaviors:

Using the algorithm to paint

Employing various types of cells, each akin to a brushstroke on a canvas, I devised an algorithm that dissects an image into multiple layers, each corresponding to a specific brush type. The outcome is demonstrated below: