In this course students will use living biological systems to explore deep concepts of PATTERN, the ways in which these patterns are generated in biology (MECHANISMS), and some of the 3D spatializations (FORMS), that result. Students will explore this in two ways, via algorithmic experimentation, and via the manipulation of bioluminescent organisms. Algorithmic experimentation will use computer or non-computer techniques to develop organic-pattern-variants. The organisms used for art and design creation will include both glowing and iridescent species. CCA students will be paired with bioscience graduate students at Stanford University. With their help, students will develop unique bio art/design projects. Students will also visit some of the bioscience laboratories at Stanford University, and translate this into their own work as designers/artists. The final outcome of the course will be works of design or art based on, and utilizing, both bio-patterning algorithms and bioluminescent life itself.

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