Abstract
In this study, we present a simplified implementation of a versatile framework for structured image abstraction, as outlined in [Faraj et al., A Generic Framework for the Structured Abstraction of Images, International Symposium on Non-Photorealistic Animation and Rendering, 2017]. The framework relies on the topographic map, a hierarchical and geometric representation composed of all shapes of an image, organized in a tree structure. Within this framework, abstract renderings of digital photographs can be generated by iteratively applying simple local operations like replacement, removal, or rotation of shapes. These operations give rise to a diverse spectrum of renderings, spanning from geometrical abstraction and painting-like effects to style transfer. We perform a brief analysis of the results produced by the method, highlighting its quality and limitations.