Frequently Asked Questions

Code art is basically any art that is created using computer code.

Generative Art draws inspiration from modern art, especially pop art that makes heavy use of orderly geometric patterns. It is a very broad and rich category of art created in code with a central characteristic - Generative Art incorporates a self-governed or autonomous system in some way.

Randomness is one type of autonomous system. By incorporating chance into a piece of code art, you get a different, completely unique piece of art each time you run your script, load your page, or respond to some user interaction.

The artwork becomes a collaboration between the computer and the artist. Some aspects of the artwork are controlled by the coder, but not all of them. The artist controls both the randomness and the order in the art. The coder-artist engages in a feedback loop where they are constantly tweaking a system to produce more desirable and often more surprising results.

This process embraces experimentation and happy accidents in a way that reshapes the role of the artist. As generative artists, we use the code basics like loops, control flow and specialized functions. We then blend them with often unpredictable forces, to produce completely unique results unlike anything else that exists.

(Taken from the article ‘An introduction to Generative Art’ by Ali Spittel).

All images are created using code, JavaScript (SvJs). I code in the Visual Studio Code editor and no other software is used, so no Photoshop, Illustrator or any other graphic application or any form of AI, just code.

The original images are created in the SVG format (Scalable Vector Graphics) which use mathematical algorithms to display images, these can be scaled to any size without negatively impacting their quality. For printing these are converted to a format the printer recognises, I use PNG (Portable Network Graphics) which are pixel based but feature high resolutions, lossless compression, transparency, and the ability to handle 16 million colours. This makes them an excellent choice for graphics and illustrations — as well as very detailed photographs. (I use a Chrome extension for SVG to PNG conversion.)   

All prints are professionally produced by 'theprintspace' using Giclée printing (pronounced 'zhee clay' meaning 'squirt of liquid' in French) which create fine art prints of extreme high quality and longevity. The paper used is Hahnemühle Photorag 308 gsm paper with an archival lifespan of up to 200 years (dependant on conditions), this gives muted blacks with even colour reproduction, and excellent detail. The surface has minimal texture with a chalky smooth cotton feel which creates smooth colour gradients, It also has a delicate surface, so please take extra care when handling. Photorag is suitable for mounting but its cotton texture means edges can fray if not carefully handled.

The whole printing process is Carbon Neutral.

I try to offer a variety of sizes as i realise people have various budgets and limited free wall space but if you require a specific size not listed, please get in touch and I’ll see what can be done. Much of my work benefits from being viewed large but obviously by their nature larger prints are more expensive and the incremental cost rises with the print size. I appreciate not everybody has the wall space (or purchase price) to display large formats.

Framing - so all the ‘Square’ sizes (up to 100cm) should be relatively easy to find frames for and the ‘A’ sizes even more so, Ikea, Amazon, Athena, Picture Frame Express (to name a few) offer a variety of prices, styles and sizes. Larger formats may benefit from or require bespoke framing, i'd just google for local framing services.

All of my work comes with a border so the full image will be viewable (edges not obscured by the frame) and the signature and edition number will be visible. Border size varies dependent on the piece size/orientation but for more ‘white’ (or coloured) space around the piece you can use matting.

Shipping rates are obviously dependant on your location so info is displayed/applied prior to checkout. All orders are printed on-demand, and despatched within 2-5 working days to anywhere within our Global market zones.

Product fulfilment is handled by 'creativehub' & 'theprintspace' and will be from the UK, Germany or USA which is determined by shipping destination, these locations should not face any additonal import/custom charges (if applicable).

We hope that you love your order and the quality of work that luckymothers produces but we understand that sometimes there may be issues, if there is a problem please contact us. The item/s can be returned within 14 days of receipt (If the issue cannot be resolved). Customers are responsible for any return shipping costs and your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unused and in its original packaging (all works are printed to order).

Obviously items lost or damaged in transit will be replaced free of charge.

If you have a specific request i.e. larger/smaller size, colour, want a retired image (if not limited) or commission please get in touch and I will do my upmost to accommodate.

I’m also interested in working with individuals, establishments, bars, boutique hotels etc to design specific tailored one-of-a-kind generative artworks, unique works reflecting the establishment.  

Please drop me a line for a chat.

Open edition prints are unlimited so can be printed indefinitely, no cap on numbers but as I create new works and the site is refreshed previous pieces will/may be retired at some point.

Limited editions will never be printed again once the number of iterations has sold out. Once these are gone, they are gone, limited editions by their nature are scarcer so arguably more collectable – only 50 people in the world (in a limited run of 50) will have your print as opposed to thousands when purchasing a similar priced 'open' print from a high street store (your neighbours may have your new ‘Ikea’ or ‘Next’ print in their own living room). Limited editions come with a signed certificate of authenticity also listing edition number and run.

In some cases, different singular limited editions or collections may contain a variant of the same image. Multiple iterations of the same image can be created by re-running or amending the code but each iteration will be unique as the composition, colour, shape, size etc. will change with each iteration. Each limited-edition collection or single print is individually created so while related collections or individual pieces may be created no two will be exactly alike.

The room mock-ups should be used as a guide to visualise what a print may look like framed in different coloured, decorated and sized rooms or envrionments. The colours of the art you view may be slightly different to those of the actual print dependant on your monitor quality and/or set-up. Border size may differ dependant on the print size/orientation and obviously framing choice is down to individual preference.

All work displayed on this website is created by luckymothers.