Iridala 1

These images begin by interacting gradients of color producing a directed chaotic abstract image. Symmetry is applied by mirroring and remapping to and from cartesian and polar coordinates. This process is often repeated many times until the form and structure is done.Then interacting gradients with symmetry further shape the forms and apply color. The entire process is all done "by hand" in Adobe Photoshop. These images are not fractals, though they have some self similarity, they are not and cannot be generated by a mathematical algorithm.They are, however, highly mathematical in that they result from the application of mathematical ideas and principles and symmetries in the way colors are applied and generated to create form and structure.

These images are like irises of eyes peering into the universe: primitive forms which evoke the property of universal beauty. As such they are contemplative and can be healing of a weary soul. Study them and let the beauty in to calm your anxieties and worries. For a moment, at least, find peace in the pure beauty of these remarkable images. They did this for me in their creation and I hope they can for you in their contemplation.

Rod Millar 2009

These images are my latest efforts and can be easily ordered below.