Fractal Islamic Geometric Patterns Based on Arrangements of {n/2} Stars

Year: 2013 Authors: Phil Webster

Core claim

Arrangements of {n/2} stars provide a new basis for creating regular, symmetric, undistorted Islamic patterns with motifs at three or more scales.

Topics

self-similarity, Islamic geometric design, star polygons, multi-scale patterning

Domains

geometry, combinatorial tilings, star polygons, fractal patterns, Islamic ornament, pattern design, mosaic decoration, interlace ornament

Methods

star-to-star configurations, single point and two point arrangements, manual modeling and illustration, motif scaling

Media

modeling software, illustration software, geometric linework, mosaic color

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