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Fractal flames in Apophysis

Posted on 24. Nov, 2009 by Vanessa V. Medeiros in Sketchbook

Decided to try to render some Apophysis fractal flames that I made over the last couple of years. Started with this one, Broken, as I really love the intricate details. To date, this is one of my favorite styles for flame fractals.
It came out really nice, but Apophysis renders are way too slow. Ah, how [...]

Work in Progress #1

Posted on 08. Nov, 2009 by Vanessa V. Medeiros in Sketchbook, Workflow

This is one of the new fractals that I have been working on lately, part of a spiral inspired series. It’s temporarily titled “Star“. Can you guess why? I know, not a really original title for now!
Anyway, the structure (shapes, forms…) is done as well as the basic colors. The shading (that’s the depth and [...]

Symmetry & Assymetry

Posted on 28. Aug, 2009 by Vanessa V. Medeiros in Sketchbook

This semester I’m taking the “final” Ultra Fractal class at Visual Arts Academy. It’s the Ultra Fractal Artistry Course. So far I’m enjoying it a lot even if I don’t have all the time I wish I had to complete the assignments and really focus on what I’m learning (guess I will have to wait [...]

Yet another Spiral

Posted on 15. Sep, 2008 by Vanessa V. Medeiros in Sketchbook

Yes, another spiral. I have been making a lot of those lately. This time, it’s for masking and texture practice. Looks promising though, don’t you think?
I like the colors (far from being my favorite combination, but looks alright), but am still unsure about composition. Plus, it looks like it’s lacking a bit of depth (looks [...]