Algorithmic Art is a creative coding technique that uses code, simple maths and logic to create engaging static or dynamic images.  p5.js, the language it was originally designed for, is the best suited.  As a JavaScript library, it can be used in the browser without downloading software.  Processing.org has created a brilliant web editor that lets you code in your browser and see the results instantly. Simply type your code and it’s translated onto a canvas within the web editor.

There are six workbooks currently available, buy and download with Kindle App (see below) , or if you prefer to just get the PDFs you can do so through this Patreon link. There is also a Free Taster eBook (see below).

Workbook Series

You can order these eBooks from Amazon for the kindle app. They are £2.99 in english money. If you buy the ebook you get access to a free download of the ebook either through Amazon KDP in PDF or ePUB versions or you can download a PDF version here (you will need the password provided in the eBook).

You can download a free Taster eBook (pdf), try before you buy…

Short Videos

These videos are approximately 5 minutes long, they give a brief visual explanation to accompany the workbooks.

video #1 introducing the web editor (video 🎥)

video #2 the web editor buttons (video 🎥)

video #3 the default code (video 🎥)

Algorithmic Art Module F: additional units

This module mostly explores using videos, images and sound files. The units in this module are free to download. These are a collection of topics that are additional to the series of workbooks above.

Module F Unit #1 the keyboard and mouse (pdf 🗒️)

Module F Unit #2 HTML (pdf 🗒️)

Module F Unit #3 video capture (pdf 🗒️)

Module F Unit #4 image files (pdf 🗒️)

Module F Unit #5 the sound of music (pdf 🗒️)

Sound File for Module F Unit #5 jam (mp3 🎼)

Module F Unit #6 the microphone (pdf 🗒️)

Module F Unit #7 telling the time (pdf 🗒️)

Module F Unit #8 local storage (pdf 🗒️)

Module F Unit #9 using json files (pdf 🗒️)