The Great Pyramid
http://blogs.yis.ac.jp/19iwasem/files/2014/01/pyramidgr-nk6izb.gif
An example of mathematics influencing science
would be the quantum theory. The behavior and interactions of energy and matter
provide mathematical descriptions. The theory is a framework for many of
today’s scientific elements such as chemical bonding. Another way in which
mathematics influenced art is the creation of the visually complex yet simple Penrose
tiles. It arose from basic mathematical principles and could also be related to
the golden ratio.
The Penrose Tiles
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1a/Penrose_Tiling_(Rhombi).svg/500px-Penrose_Tiling_(Rhombi).svg.png
Professor talked about Peit Mondrian and how mathematics
and art are interconnected. Over spring break, I spent my time at MoMa in NYC.
Mondrian’s art pieces caught my eye. He cares about geometrical principles, and
the forms of his artwork are filled with symmetry, rhythm, and proportion. Mondrian
shows how some artists see art through the lens of geometry and rationality,
and use mathematics to influence their art pieces.
Mondrian’s perspective
was seeking pure harmony, rhythm, and equilibrium. He constructs horizontal and
vertical lines geometrically on 2D surfaces. The influence of mathematics in
art could be seen in his compositions and on the underlying geometrical
concepts that Mondrian applies in his artworks.
One of Mondrian's artpiece at MoMa
http://www.moma.org/collection_images/resized/506/w500h420/CRI_292506.jpg
Through origami, artists use mathematics to influence and express their
creative artwork. Applying mathematical principles and laws to origami connects
both mathematics and art together.
An origami fish
http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2012/065/9/3/3d_origami_fish_by_xanokah-d4rxaf7.jpg
Based on this week’s lecture, I learned the connection of art and
science is through mathematics. The juxtaposition of mathematics, art, and
science, lies in the understanding that this is the way we operate in our world
and this is also how we are separated from certain operations in our world.
Mathematics is critical in dimensional visual art. It also goes hand in hand
with science, benefitting the accuracy of science and architecture, as we know
it.
Disneyland's forced perspective at Main Street brings mathematics and art together
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Robert. "What Is Quantum Mechanics?" LiveScience.
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Eric. "Penrose Tiles." MathWorld. Wolfram. Web. 11 Apr.
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Lang, Robert J. "The Math and Magic of Origami". TED. Feb 2008. Lecture.
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2 comments:
I love that you included the picture of mainstreet at Disneyland! The image, though not drawn, has a vanishing point and that was a topic in our lectures. It is curious that the street is made of parallel lines but depending on the perspective of the viewer, the lines appear to converge and "vanish" at the same point. In this case, approximately the center of the picture. I also like that you mentioned origami. When I was younger I used to make origami animals with my friends on the playground but at the time I had no clue that I was using math and proportions to create the animals. Great post!
Hi, Kayliet! I enjoy reading your blog. As what you mentioned, our world is operated by the combinations between math (science) and art. Particularly, I am impressed with an origami fish. Even though I am Japanese, I did not expect that the mathematical principle applies to a origami fish! It is a unique example! Also, I like your views about Mondrian. I agree that "his perspective is seeking pure harmony, rhythm and equilibrium." I am thankful to you for giving me the chance to explore the mathematical principle"s materials!
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