Islamic Art: An Exploration of Pattern

Year: 2006 Authors: Carol Bier

Core claim

Recoloring one linear Islamic pattern in multiple ways reveals rich geometric structure, pattern ambiguity, and perception-driven variation.

Topics

Islamic pattern, coloring assignment, geometric design, symmetry, perception

Domains

geometry, symmetry, tessellations, rigid motions, Islamic art, pattern design, color theory, visual perception

Methods

student assignment, pattern recoloring, classroom comparison, wall display

Media

crayons, colored pencils, watercolors, digital paint

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