The Wrapture is a generative edition with unique properties. Technically it is capped at 666 editions, however holders of The Eternal Pump have the opportunity to limit the edition to 50 algorithmic editions if they can cooperate.

The rules are fairly simple: as long as no one trades, sells, or lists their edition for sale in the next year, no additional editions will be made available for minting. However, if one collector breaks the rules, the remainder of the 666 editions will be opened up to the public for minting. If no one breaks the rules for one year, the edition will be capped and collectors will be free to “move” the art with no repercussions.

Collectors will be faced with an interesting dilemma - should be fun to watch. 

Made by Dmitri Cherniak with Javascript and GLSL.

The Wrapture

Karma, the original algorithm of Indian thought. Action, inaction, randomness, will -- all are ground in its maw to determine the manifest shape of the next moment. The past makes the present, and shall do so in the future.

But what one sees is the eternal present, and from there, the past is only the fading imprint on memory, an imprint that leaves us with the perception of pattern, as gratifying as it is mystical. The past's fading, thus, is a necessity.

Interaction:
Click/Hold anywhere to start drawing. Press the 'down arrow' to clear the canvas.

KARMA

L5-A752 to dispatch... we have been attacked, badly. Foundational structure is in critical condition, debris is everywhere. Lagrange stability has been compromised. Sending coordinates and trajectory... Requesting immediate gravity assist.

Space Debris [ravaged]

[https://ralenarc.com/blogs/enigma](https://ralenarc.com/blogs/enigma)

**Beauty of Isometric Perspective**
Isometric views have fascinated me because of their ability to create captivating illusions of three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional plane. I find isometric views appealing as they create a sense of order and balance in the composition. The use of clean lines and geometric shapes can create a sense of precision and harmony that is both aesthetically pleasing and conceptually interesting. I was able to incorporate these concepts into the structures formed in Enigma, which have a sense of balance, symmetry, and connection, creating a feeling of stability and order that can be particularly satisfying to look at.

**Realism**
*Mirage*
A unique feature of Enigma is the “Mirage” effect, which creates a mirror reflection of the structure that gives the illusion of an invisible surface on which the structure is placed. This effect is an intentional and carefully crafted detail that enhances the overall design and depth of the structure. By incorporating this element, the artwork takes on a more realistic touch, almost as if the viewer is looking at a photograph of the structure situated in its actual environment. The reflection also adds a sense of dimension to the composition and creates an extra element of interest and immersion for the viewer as the structure appears to extend beyond the bounds of the artwork, as if it were a part of a larger scene.

*Transmutations*
Enigma uses a variety of transformations that are carefully crafted to add an intriguing layer to the structures. The transformations in the project are Undulation, Whorl, and Sand. Undulation transforms the structure in a way that creates an illusion of movement and motion, along with highlighting its fluidity. Whorl creates a small whirlpool-like shape around the edges of the structures, making them appear as if the structure is moving at a high speed. It also adds to the effect of motion-blur, which makes the structures look even more dynamic. Sand creates a visual effect that gives the impression of the structure breaking apart and scattering in all directions, reminiscent of the way sand behaves when thrown. In addition to the various transformations, there are also instances where no transformation is applied, allowing the focus to remain solely on the intricate structure itself.

*Position and Point of View*
The deliberate placement of the structures in the Enigma is another key element of the project. They are positioned in a way that emphasizes their unique design and construction. Some structures appear to be resting on a surface, while others are positioned on their edges, almost balanced only on that, giving the artwork a sense of realism. Each structure features a ‘Viewpoint’ from a specific angle that has been chosen to showcase the connections and details of the structure. Depending on the chosen viewpoint, the structure can give the impression of being viewed from different angles, such as from below, the front, or above in an isometric view.

*Style*
The structures featured in this project are uniquely designed with distinct styles and variations, completely transforming their appearance. 
* ‘Aperture’ refers to a gap within the structure’s shape, where the structure’s connecting lines are not present, creating an illusion of a free-standing form while still maintaining its shape. 
* ‘Sole’ refers to the structure constructed solely through interconnected lines, appearing as if they’re blending into one another without any clear joining points. 
* ‘Delta’ represents an offset in the structure’s connecting lines that creates an illusion of added depth and dimension. 
* ‘Standard’ refers to the form of the structure without any applied styles.

Enigma

Wabi-sabi, an ancient Japanese aesthetic sense, refers to finding beauty in imperfect and lonely things.
Life is irrational and ephemeral. 
Peace and happiness are illusory, built on a fragile balance. 
Wabi-sabi is an immersion of the quality of loneliness within ourselves that accepts various nuances to be beautiful, through a sophisticated lens.
This work attempts to store the compelling concept of Wabi-sabi on the blockchain as the code dynamically generates brushstrokes based on motifs of Shodo (Japanese calligraphy)

Wabi-sabi begins with a deliberate movement in which an ink-soaked brush is plopped down onto the paper, causing the ink to splatter.
Thereafter, a unique algorithm assists in drawing brushstrokes. 
The various forms that emerge from the balance of lines that are straight or curved, regular or irregular, strong or slight, complex or delicate, with varying speeds analogize a person’s will through the brushstrokes. The bleeding, scratching, and splattering of ink lend the modelling even more complexity. Wabi-sabi does not impose precision in creating Shodo strokes. You may notice how the colors always bleed in the same direction, which is impossible to generate in our physical reality. This is because even if the brush is impregnated with multiple hues of ink, the bristles rotate as the brushstrokes are drawn. It may also generate three-dimensional patterns, a feature that is absent in physical practice, offering the impression of depth, as if brushstrokes were drawn arbitrarily in space. This is achieved by controlling the focus.

A key feature of each artwork is that it can be edited. A piece of art is usually completed by the artist and presented to the viewer. I intended to make this work as imperfect as the concept of Wabi-sabi, which can be infinitely edited by the viewer. This is impossible with conventional NFTs, with generated image data uploaded to a server. Such is the luxury in art created with on-chain generative art by code.

For each composition, the blank space as the foreground and background is a conscious and elemental choice in this work.
Wabi-sabi is to accept the lacking. Some artworks can have much of the space as blank, which may seem odd but is consistent with the narrative. Digitally native art often takes full advantage of the computing power to lay out complex patterns across the entire canvas. Wabi-sabi is minimal as a contemporary take on that trend. Through the bleeding and scratching of ink in each brushstroke along with the blank space represented in this work, we welcome imperfection. Conceptually, contrasts between movement and stillness, strength and weakness, audacity and delicacy, complexity and simplicity, vividness and fadedness reveal a melancholic beauty.

The search for beauty through imitation and slight modification, and the exploration of the techniques used to create traditional or innovative shapes, is akin to the training in Shodo. 
Simply said, you cannot do it well the first time. The Japanese word for Shodo ("do") means "road". It is by travelling down the long road involving hours of training and exploration, that the sensitive concept of Wabi-sabi may be understood.

The underlying intention is to facilitate partaking in the process of the artist's exploration. The viewer is the artist and the artist is the viewer, sharing a sense of camaraderie that lives forever on the blockchain

[NOTE]
-Move the mouse over the left edge of the canvas and press the Edit button. 
-To edit, press the ‘S’ key
-To save the image press the ‘R’ key.
-To redraw, modern hardware and browser hardware acceleration is recommended. The Chrome browser on a desktop with a high-end GPU is optimal. On iOS, the best experience is available on iOS 12 or later.

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