Glitch Art through Genetic Algorithms and AI

Currently, I'm working on a new version of a genetic algorithm that produces glitchy art. This project is a reincarnation and enhancement of an algorithm I wrote a few years ago, now leveraging the power of AI to overcome previous limitations.

The basic principle remains unchanged: I start with a population, where each member has a gene sequence of zeros and ones. These sequences are translated into drawing operations. Each generation undergoes evaluation, selection, and reproduction.

The key innovation in this version is the introduction of an AI art critic. Instead of manual ranking, which was time-consuming and subjective, the AI now judges each individual's artistic merit. This automation allows for faster iteration and potentially more diverse results.

The results so far look promising. Here's an example of the current work in progress (example taken from 3rd generation):

At this stage of development, I'm observing a high number of non-viable outputs. This could be attributed to either inefficiencies in the selection algorithm or potential issues in the translation process from gene sequences to drawing instructions. It's an interesting challenge that requires further fine-tuning and optimization of the system parameters.

The ultimate goal is to create an intuitive interface where you, the user, can interact with the pool of individual creations. This will allow you to choose or further evolve an artwork that resonates with your aesthetic preferences. (Update: The standalone version of the interface is now live at targets.phasenpunkt.de.)

This project embodies phasenpunkt's core philosophy - the synergy between algorithmic precision and human creativity. By combining genetic algorithms, AI criticism, and eventual human interaction, I'm exploring new territories in computational art.

I'm curious to hear your thoughts on this project. How do you envision the interaction between human creativity and AI in art creation? Your insights could help shape the future direction of this experiment.

Stay tuned for more updates as I continue to evolve this digital art ecosystem!