I've found myself suddenly fond of fractal images, a weird sort of epiphany if you ask me, and I was interested in trying my hand at making some fractal images. I've downloaded Fractal Explorer... but I'm kinda lost on what to do. Do I just kinda tweak and turn and tweak some more until I find something I like? Everything I've come up with seems to have no depth. Obviously, experience with a software program pays dividends but is there something like an "Idiots Guide to Getting Started Creating Fractals?" And I love this gallery! All of you amaze me with your creations! Cheers! e

Hi Sirbucky :) The best thing you can do is click, click, click and click some more! That's how I started learning about fractals!! zoom, click, zoom click, and then through in some colour cycles to see how the patterns are affected and change! I'm sure you'll start to see a connection of the formulae and patternings after a bit. That's when you'll also start to know what you're going after image wise. Something else you can do is to check out some of the websites that our own fractal artists have. There is lots of amazing information and visuals to treat yourself too :) Good luck in your fractal journey and keep us posted!

Ok, that's kinda what I thought was the approach to getting started. All right, I'll start playing and see what comes out. Thanks, firefly! E

Hello. I think Fractal Explorer has a mailing list for users. If it does, you might check it out. Could be very helpful.

I know there are tutorials also, just plug 'fractal explorer' into google, and it will take you there. The best thing is to choose and area and zoom in. My favorite things are spirals, so I look for interesting edges. Most of all, have fun!

Hey thanks, tresamie & theringess. I'm using both suggestions but I'm also just poking around on my own! I really appreciate the help! Cheers, E