Islamic Art and Geometric Design: Activities for Learning
Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art | ISBN: 0300103433 | edition 2004 | PDF | 25 pages | 3,1 mb
Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art | ISBN: 0300103433 | edition 2004 | PDF | 25 pages | 3,1 mb
Examine the principles of geometric design that are the basis for the beautiful and intricate patterns in the art of the Islamic world. Includes a brief overview of Islamic art, an introduction to related works in the Museum, and a series of pattern-making activities (including reproducible grids) for use in the classroom. Teachers can readily adapt these materials to create exciting lessons in art, culture, math, and geometry.