Illuztrator is a sketch-based digital illustration interface designed in Processing with a two fold purpose. It is intended as both a digital illustration tool as well as a live illustration suite which emphasizes rapid generation of geometric patterns. The tool features a multiplicity of complex ‘brush‘ macros, variability in ‘brush‘ control and style as well as several geometric modes for drawing. By allowing radial as well as bilateral radial symmetrical drawing modes, in combination with the complex ‘brush‘ macros, it is possible to create highly complex Persian patterns and motifs in a live setting in a relatively short time. In addition to its geometric drawing capacity, the tool also allows for diverse calligraphic styles of writing as well.
Through a projection based setup, it is possible to use Illuztrator in a live illustration setting in order to generate new artworks based on the constructive principles and artistry of Persian geometric patterns. In this way, spectators can watch artworks being created in real-time while gaining an impression of demonstrable principles underlying the design and creation of these complex geometric patterns in an engaging and personal way. The incredible variability and control within the digital tool will allow for rapid generation of many diverse artworks in a sketch-performance setting. Toward a similar end, Illuztrator has been demonstrated in a live environment previously at the Science and Non-Duality Conference 2010 and the Earthdance Summit in Vancouver in 2010.
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