Stamtreets

Stamtreets is a term used to describe a specific type of algorithmic art or procedural generation technique. The core concept involves the creation of tree-like structures, often with branching patterns that mimic natural growth. These structures can be generated using various mathematical rules and algorithms, leading to a wide range of visual outcomes.

The generation process typically starts with a "trunk" or initial segment. From this starting point, rules are applied to create subsequent branches. These rules can dictate the angle of branching, the length of branches, their thickness, and their color, among other properties. Recursion is a common technique employed, where the process of generating branches is applied to each new branch, creating a complex and intricate structure.

Stamtreets are often explored in digital art, computer graphics, and generative design. They can be used to create abstract artworks, realistic-looking vegetation for virtual environments, or as a visual representation of data. The beauty of stamtreets lies in their inherent complexity arising from simple, iterated rules, allowing for the creation of unique and often surprising results from deterministic processes. The term itself suggests a connection to both "stamm," the German word for trunk or stem, and "tree," highlighting the fundamental nature of the structures being generated.