Fractal visionaries and enthusiasts:

The parent fractal of today's image came to life when I mixed Z^3 with 1.0085 parts of plain Z then added straight C.  This parent is an odd vertical thing with more nooks and crannies that the mythological labyrinth.  I'll not attempt to describe it, but it is worth at least a brief look.

Today's image lies very near the negative Y-axis, in an area being squeezed between two converging open bays.  And as the real(p1) parameter shows, it is a rather critical area.

The name "Eyes-a-Popping" refers to the partly-cut-off, eye-like spirals around the central minibrot, which itself is on the verge of losing resolution.

The rating of a 7 includes a full point for my coloring effort, which extended over more than 1/2 hour.

A steady chilly rain fell all day Monday here at Fractal Central, with the temperature remaining near 50F 10C.  The fractal cats were more interested in being fed than watching the rain that they never go out in and enjoy.  My day was rather slow, which allowed more time for the fractal.

The next FOTD will be posted in 24 hours.  Until then, take care, and start the day with a fractal.  Doing so will probably cure something and thereby extend your life.

Jim Muth
jamth@mindspring.com


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