New York-based generative artist exploring the intersection of technology and art through computational design.
Cory Haber is a New York-based generative artist whose work explores the intersection of technology, mathematics, and natural systems. With a background in both computer programming and traditional arts, Haber bridges the digital and physical realms, creating works that are both computationally rigorous and aesthetically compelling.
His artistic practice is centered around the development of custom algorithms that simulate natural phenomena, creating digital artifacts that capture the complexity and beauty found in natural systems. Each of his collections represents months of careful algorithm development, parameter tuning, and aesthetic refinement.
What distinguishes Haber's work in the generative art space is his commitment to translating his digital creations into physical form. Using custom-built plotters, traditional painting techniques, and innovative printing methods, he creates tangible objects that maintain the precision of their digital origins while embracing the warmth and uniqueness of physical media.
Haber's creative process begins with observation—of natural patterns, mathematical structures, or emergent behaviors—followed by the development of algorithms that capture the essence of these phenomena. Using a combination of procedural generation techniques, particle systems, and various noise functions, he creates systems that produce visual outputs with both controlled and chaotic elements.
The transition from digital to physical is a critical component of his practice. Haber has designed and built custom machines specifically for art creation, including modified pen plotters capable of working with oil paints. This translation process introduces an element of unpredictability and materiality that complements the precision of the underlying algorithms.