I am an environmental scientist. A large part of my career has been dedicated to scientific research into the structure of ecosystems and factors that affect them. Quite early on, it became apparent that certain mathematical iterative principles formed geometries that coincided exactly with those found in natural ecosystems. And by ecosystems, I do not mean just plants and animals. The same principles also apply to quantum physics, geology, meteorology and on up to the formation of galaxies. These relationships were championed most publicly by the brilliant mathematician Benoît Mandelbrot, the founder of fractal geometry.
To my mind, the structure of natural ecosystems through application of these iterative processes revealed not only the genius and subtlety of nature but also its incomparable beauty. Â
Hover over top left image to zoom.
Click anywhere to exit.
This site uses cookies to deliver the best experience. Our own cookies make user accounts and other features possible. Third-party cookies are used to display relevant ads and to analyze how Renderosity is used. By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Terms of Service, including our Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy.
Comments (8)
peedy
Stunning! Fantastic colors and lighting! Corrie
clbsmiley
A wonderful part of the sea! Why does that not surprise me? :) Lovely work!! Great colors! And reminds me of a shell I took a picture of at the dike!! I am glad some of my fractal art, reminds you of the depths of the sea. I have only seen the depths of the seas and oceans in pictures. It is fascinating, another world.
greyone
Beautiful image Stan. Your title fits it perfectly! I love fractals that have a feeling of undersea or sealife creatures. You have a particular skill at depicting these. I used your directions last evening to create a UF image using the lake effect. I am very pleased with how the lake part worked out but the main image is not up to the quality where i would post it, so will keep working to get one that is proper for public consumption. Thank you for the assistance.
jmb007
beau travail!
farmerC
Shining work.
bakapo
this is beautiful. the simple shapes and soft colors are so soothing. well done!
mountmous
Love the colouring you've used here. Beautiful piece!
tresamie
Delicate and beautiful!