In Algebra of Awe Julius Horsthuis takes a dive into space-like nebulae between fractal dimensions. As if we’re attuned to gasping upon the intricacies of mathematics, delightful geometry, algebra of awe.
Creating this was a mix of fun and technicality, working with Mandelbulb3D to reveal different layers. Each layer, with its unique color and math-inspired mist, was carefully blended in After Effects. The final rendering undergoes HDR grading, thereby imbuing certain fractal elements with an ethereal luminosity, reminiscent of radiant galaxies.
The soundtrack to this visual journey is ‘Cloudless Sky’ by Mirage of Deep, adding a musical layer to the experience.
Produced & Directed by Julius Horsthuis
Featuring music by Mirage of Deep.
Release date: 2024
Runtime: 5 minutes
Format: Fulldome 2D
About the maker
Julius Horsthuis (Amsterdam, 1980) is a Digital Artist.
After a 15-year career in the Dutch film and entertainment industry, first on-set and later as a Visual Effects artist and supervisor, Julius started experimenting with fractal animation techniques, creating a unique blend between abstract and cinematic animation.
His work quickly gained worldwide recognition, being picked up by blogs and news sites such as The Creators Project, Gizmodo, Newsweek, and the Vimeo Staff Picks. His Fulldome film Fractal Time was recognized by Forbes as one of the 35 best XR experiences of 2019.
Julius created music videos for Max Cooper, Meshuggah, Eric Serra and background visuals for Avicii, Lady Gaga and others.
His fractals have also featured in Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities’ third episode: The Autopsy, and Michel van der Aa’s opera Upload.
In 2021 Julius exhibited his work in Manhattan based digital art gallery ARTECHOUSE NYC. Other immersive works have been on display at the NXT Museum in Amsterdam, OASIS Montréal, ARTPLAY in Moscow, and others.
Festival exhibitions include the Art Futura Festival, Art Basel Miami, Coachella, IDFA, Noor Riyadh festival, and others.
Julius continues to push the limits of fractal immersive art, both in physical spaces as in digital ones: VR.
Available Formats
- Fulldome 2D Digital 8K , 4K, 2K
- Tilted Dome 2D Digital 8K, 4K, 2K
Language Versions
- Music only