Week 2 | Math + Art | Blog

    We often see the fields of math and art depicted in lights opposite of each other.  Mathematicians seem to hate art while artists despise math.  Diving into how math relates to art has been extremely refreshing as someone who is interested in both fields.  


    In reviewing the video “Mathematics-pt1-ZeroPerspectiveGoldenMean” by Victoria Vesna, I was able to better understand how these two fields relate to each other.  I’ve been able to identify so many use cases for math or art in the opposite field alongside learning most individuals only dislike the other subject because of a poor professor or teacher.  


    One artist who is known for using the Fibonacci sequence (often referred to as the golden ratio) is Leonardo da Vinci.  One instance of this occurs in da Vinci’s piece titled “The Last Supper”.  In this painting, a multitude of Fibonacci sequences are found.  From the building’s architecture to the spacing of the disciples.

Golden Ratio in Art Composition and Design
Golden Ratios Found in "The Last Supper"

    I was able to identify that many artists rely on proportions, ratios, and angles derived from mathematics to create their art.  I also learned how important the Fibonacci sequence can be in art.  The Fibonacci sequence is commonly found in nature and very pleasing to the eye.  When artists utilize this mathematical sequence, their art becomes more pleasing to the human eye.

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Using Angles and Measurements to Create Human Faces

    Based on this week’s readings, I would say the juxtaposition between math, art, and science boils down to the prevalence of each of these topics in every aspect of everyday life.  In the world of education, we are taught that each subject is so distant from another and neglect any topic that is not our own.  In reality, each of these fields join together to play a vital role in not only each other’s field but also in almost every aspect of human life.

Exploring the Connection Between Math and Art
The Intersection Between Math, Art, and Science


Works Cited

Meisner, Gary. “Divine Proportion/Golden Ratio in the Art of Da Vinci.” The Golden Ratio: Phi, 1.618,             24 Sept. 2016, www.goldennumber.net/leonardo-da-vinci-golden-ratio-art/.

Admin, Fruition. “Fibonacci’s Hidden Code: Uncovering the Mathematics behind Classical Art.” The             Fusioneer, 27 Nov. 2023, thefusioneer.com/blog/fibonaccis-hidden-code-uncovering-the-                            mathematics-behind-classical-art/.

Wachter, Sue. “The Connection between Math and Art.” Demme Learning, 28 Oct. 2022,                                 demmelearning.com/blog/math-art-connection/.

“Mathematics-Pt1-ZeroPerspectiveGoldenMean.mov.” Www.youtube.com, www.youtube.com/watch?            v=mMmq5B1LKDg&t=8s.‌

Henderson, Linda Dalrymple. The Fourth Dimension and Non-Euclidean Geometry in Modern Art:                 Conclusion. 3rd ed., vol. 17, The MIT Press, pp. 205–210,

Golden Ratio in Art Composition and Design. www.goldennumber.net/wp-                                                        content/uploads/2012/06/last-supper-phi-golden-ratio.gif.

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