Unit 2 Blog Assignment

My views between mathematics and art have always been quite different from one another, similarly to how many other people who do not know the deep roots about each subject, according to the lecture for this week’s topic.  Professor Vesna mentions how individuals who favor art over mathematics or vice versa comes from the sad truth that they were not given proper instructors or teachers of either of the subjects, which I find myself quite relatable to.  However, I have learned that the two subjects, despite their obvious differences, have many relations connecting them both.  For instance, in the article, “The Mathematical Art of M.C. Escher” about the artist Maurissa Cornelis Escher, the article discusses how he incorporated mathematical principles in his artwork even though he had not been expert of mathematics.  Incredibly, mathematics can play a part in re-creating simple objects we see exist in our world today.  For example, the practice of origami is a very extraordinary case of the combining of mathematics and paper artwork, shown in Robert J. Lang’s Origami Art Collection.  The use of measurement, numerical patterns, and structure foundation created by mathematical principles can be greatly appreciated and comprehended in the art of origami.  In regards to art, science, and mathematics being combined all together, visual perspectives seen in all forms of art and objects are great examples of how all three subjects work as one to create something for our universe.  In the article, “Lesson 3: Vanishing Points and Looking at Art”, the article discusses the distinct idea of “vanishing points” seen in artwork and even in physical objects, such as buildings, to prove how scientific and mathematical equations can be used to create the visualization of a “vanishing point”.
    From the viewpoint of the artist Robert J. Lang’s artwork of origami (mentioned earlier), it is evident the incorporation of mathematical and science principles is critical in being able to create an object made of paper.  In order for pieces of paper to be folded properly and fitted securely alongside one another, the artist must be capable of knowing mathematical concepts that can be taken along scientific ones to make the origami achievable.
    All in all, the juxtaposition of mathematics, science, and art can be seen in all forms of artwork.  All three subjects make up everything that exists in our physical world, by complementing one another.
(Origami of a rose by Robert J. Lang)
(Origami of an ant by Robert J. Lang)
(Video clip from the movie Pi)

Works Cited
"Lesson 3: Vanishing Points and Looking at Art." Lesson 3: Vanishing Points and Looking at Art (n.d.): n. pag. Marc Frantz. Web. 14 Apr. 2017. 
"Robert J. Lang Origami." Robert J. Lang Origami. Langorigami.com, n.d. Web. 17 Apr. 2017.
Smith, B. Sidney. "The Mathematical Art of M.C. Escher." Platonic Realms Minitexts. Platonic Realms, 13 Mar 2014. Web. 16 Apr 2017. <http://platonicrealms.com/>

Comments

  1. rachel garciaApril 19, 2017 at 10:30 AM

    I can understand how your views on mathematics and art are different. In my views I have always thought the both relate in many ways because mathematics have a huge impact in art and technology now a days lets artist fulfill even more of their potential. I also do like how you mention the math in origami. It's important to know how much of the paper to fold in order to get the shape of the rose or the ant.

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  2. UnknownApril 19, 2017 at 2:23 PM

    I agree that it is easy to see the differences between math and art, but once we find the connection between these two topics it is hard to avoid the similarities after. Great example on M.C. Escher's limited knowledge on math and how it heavily influenced his art. Geometry, linear formulas, and math in general is all around us and especially in art. Great job!

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  3. UnknownApril 19, 2017 at 10:50 PM

    I see your thoughts on how math and art are related as well. Ive always thought that math and art were related because when doing art in art classes they always taught us that things need to be symmetrical, like origami, and realistic. I also agree that they both compliment each other.

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