Week 2: Math + Art

 I enjoyed this weeks unit, as I learned a lot of new information that I was not aware of beforehand. It is interesting that mathematics, art, and science are interrelated in some aspect. For the first time I began to think about the influence that mathematics has on both art and science. It is important to understand the background of mathematics and the development of zero, which was invented in 400BC by the Babylonians. This idea spread to different areas and developed overtime into the intricate mathematical concepts that we use today. 

Pictured: Babylonian clay tablet containing 
their mathematics. 

The concept of mathematics is prominent in many of Leonardo da Vinci's art pieces. He is acknowledged and recognized for his famous pieces that have influenced other artist and continue to be appreciated all around the world. In his Mona Lisa painting he uses the golden ratio technique, which is a method developed by the Greeks. This method focuses on using proportions, which creates a specific perspective for the viewer. Also, seen in the Vitruvian Man, da Vinci uses geometric design and also implements the use of science when portraying human proportions. This is a great example of the blending of science and art.

Pictured: Leonardo da Vincis' famous painting 
Vitruvian Man. 



Leonardo da Vinci is not the only artist that uses math and science in his art. Often times people think that science and art are opposites, but in fact they are more similar than not. Scientists rely on math to conduct experiments in order to produce exact and precise measurements. Where as, artists also use math to create different shapes and symmetry within their artwork. As seen in da Vinci's Vitruvian man science plays a roll by using human anatomy to portray the physical features of a human being. It is evident that math, art and science are all interrelated and dependent on one another.









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  1. UnknownApril 18, 2017 at 9:25 PM

    I like your ideas and agree with your opinions, however a little more analysis in the first paragraph would make for a better blog post. This weeks lesson also made me realize how math, art and science are all closely related. Your pictures demonstrated the topic well.

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