MapFight
MapFight is a simple web tool for visually comparing the geographical sizes of different countries, regions, and cities. I find it a surprisingly useful and engaging way to grasp scale.
Art entries
prettymaps
prettymaps is a Python library that generates beautiful, artsy maps from OpenStreetMap data for any global address. It leverages osmnx, matplotlib, shapely, and vsketch to create highly customizable visualizations.
2,400 artists create unique renders from a simple promp
This video showcases an interesting experiment where 2,400 artists each interpreted a single prompt to generate unique renders, highlighting diverse creative outcomes from a shared starting point.
Tech yourself demoscene in 14 days
This guide provides a structured, 14-day path to get into the demoscene, a unique and technically demanding digital art form. It's a solid primer for anyone looking to understand and contribute to this underground computer art culture.
Questions & Answers
- What kind of resources are compiled in the Art category?
- The Art category on Simon Frey's list includes resources related to digital and programmatic art, such as libraries for creating artistic maps and guides for exploring unique digital art forms like the demoscene.
- Who would find the Art category most useful?
- This category is useful for developers, artists, and anyone interested in the technical aspects of visual creation, digital art experiments, or learning about computer-generated aesthetics.
- Are there any recurring themes or notable tools in the Art category?
- A recurring theme is the programmatic generation of visual art. Notable entries include `prettymaps`, a Python library for creating artistic maps from OpenStreetMap data, and the 'Tech yourself demoscene in 14 days' guide for a niche digital art form.
- Can I find resources on creative digital experiments in this category?
- Yes, the category includes resources like the video showcasing 2,400 artists creating unique renders from a single prompt, which highlights diverse creative outcomes in digital art from a shared starting point.
- When should I browse the Art category instead of other categories?
- Browse the Art category if you're specifically looking for tools, guides, or examples that combine technology with creative expression, particularly in digital and generative art, rather than general software development or design.