Whirled White Web: Art and Math in Snow

Year: 2003 Authors: Brent Collins; Steve Reinmuth; Dan Schwalbe; Carlo Séquin; Stan Wagon

Core claim

Computer-designed minimal-surface geometry can be successfully translated into a large, stable, temporary snow sculpture.

Topics

snow sculpture, minimal surfaces, computer-aided design, geometric art, public competition

Domains

topology, minimal surfaces, genus-7 surface, sculpture, installation art, geometric design, temporary art

Methods

computer simulation, Sculpture Generator I, field-adjustable fabrication, manual carving

Media

compact snow, 12-foot block, twisted toroid

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