Blobmixer
Sculpt a glossy blob with sliders for noise, light and iridescence, then leave it rotating and admire your handiwork.
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How to get the most from it
Blobmixer sits in Generative Art under Make, filed as a minute.
- Give it one round. There is nothing to finish and nothing lost by leaving.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something beautiful, mesmerising and calming.
About this category: Algorithms as a medium: flow fields, particle systems, tilings and fractals you can steer. Output tends to be wallpaper-grade within a minute.
Good for
- A one-round break between tasks
- Looking at something lovely
- Watching something hypnotic for a while
- Winding down when your head is busy
- A quiet break at your desk
- Trying it with zero commitment
Blobmixer: quick answers
Is Blobmixer free?
Yes. Blobmixer is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Blobmixer?
No. You can use Blobmixer without signing up for anything.
Does Blobmixer work on a phone?
Not well. We file Blobmixer as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Blobmixer safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Blobmixer take?
We file it as "A minute": One quick round, then you can leave.
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