Feature: What are the Mathematical Origins of Star Patterns? [Community Presentation]
PRESENTER
Ghia Zaatari
ORIGINAL CITY
NYC
Original Date
April 24, 2016
DESCRIPTION
A visual exploration of geometric design rooted in traditions in Islamic Art and tied with historical periods of scientific and mathematical advancements in the region – between the 9-12th century. This afikra feature goes into detail on the mathematical origins of star patterns and ways that such complexities reflect on Divine Order. Examples from Al Hambra and Fez tell stories of this Ancient Art its technique and modern interpretations.
ABOUT THE AFIKRA COMMUNITY PRESENTATIONS
Delivered and prepared by afikra Community members, the presentation’s goal is to showcase the presenter’s curiosity and research, and share some knowledge on a topic related to the Arab world’s histories and cultures. The presentation is the culmination of the afikra coaching process to help identify a topic, find research, and develop the presentation. afikra presentations come in two forms, a long question-driven afikra Feature, and a short afikra FWD with the purpose of sharing something interesting.
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Note: All community presentations are prepared & presented by non-experts on the subject. They are sharing information in the hopes of spurring interest in that subject.
