Math

Inspired by Mathematics and Geometry -

  • Scutoid, Discrete Geometry, Fractal vase, Koch curve vase, ticker tape -

In honor of Ada Lovelace

Mathematics has long been a source of inspiration for various fields, from architecture to technology. Concepts such as Scutoid, Discrete Geometry, Koch curves, Fractals and Klein Bottle embody the beauty and complexity that mathematics brings to the forefront.

One cannot delve into these mathematical concepts without acknowledging the pioneering work of Ada Lovelace. Her contributions to the world of computing, particularly her work on Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine, laid the foundation for modern computer programming. Ada Lovelace's analytical prowess and vision continue to inspire generations of mathematicians, scientists, and innovators.

I like shaping clay into math objects. My first one was this porcelain object below with ticker tape from 1984. It's fascinating to think about how something as simple as punch cards from weaving looms could have been the inspiration behind the advanced technology we use in computers today.

Ticker tape was the earliest electrical dedicated financial communications medium, transmitting stock price information over telegraph lines, in use from around 1870 through 1970./ This piece was bought for the collection of the Kulturring des Landes OÖ. in 1984

3D printed Scutoid 2020, a shape of living cells found everywhere in nature

Klein bottle 2022/ a shape with neither definite inside nor outside

3D printed Koch curve vase

Fractal pattern as found everywhere in nature, described by XY Mandelbaum

Vase from 2008

Discrete Geometry 2008