Explore how "Mathemalchemy" showcases the intersection of art and math, driven by a passionate team.
Mathemalchemy: Where Math Meets Art in a Traveling Exhibition
Mathemalchemy: Where Math Meets Art in a Traveling Exhibition
Ingrid Daubechies' unique installation blends creativity and mathematics on a global scale.
Ingrid Daubechies, a prominent mathematician at Duke University, is known for her innovative approach to mathematics and her playful exploration of its connections to art and creativity. One of her latest ventures is the artistic installation “Mathemalchemy,” which has captured attention and excitement among math enthusiasts and artists alike. This unique traveling exhibition aims to demonstrate the beauty and creativity inherent in mathematical concepts.
Celebrating Pi Day on March 14, Dr. Daubechies is not just a source of mathematical knowledge but also a master cookie baker. This year she plans to bake savory pi-shaped cookies using a special cutter she designed, ensuring minimal waste — a metaphor for the efficiency and elegance that mathematics can embody. Her pi cookies will be a delicious way to mark the day, which is also recognized as the International Day of Mathematics, with creativity as its central theme in 2025.
At the University of Quebec in Montreal, Dr. Daubechies is set to lead special tours of "Mathemalchemy," showcasing its intricately designed multimedia components. The installation, a collaborative effort with fiber sculptor Dominique Ehrmann and a dedicated crew of 24 artistic mathematicians, spans an impressive 20 feet long, 10 feet wide, and nearly 10 feet high. First unveiled in 2022 at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C., "Mathemalchemy" has traveled to various locations, captivating audiences with its engaging blend of art and mathematics.
As Dr. Daubechies invites the public to explore these mathematical marvels and listen to her insights on how mathematics can aid art curation, the installation continues to inspire a new appreciation for the symbiotic relationship between two disciplines that often seem distinct, yet are intimately related.
Celebrating Pi Day on March 14, Dr. Daubechies is not just a source of mathematical knowledge but also a master cookie baker. This year she plans to bake savory pi-shaped cookies using a special cutter she designed, ensuring minimal waste — a metaphor for the efficiency and elegance that mathematics can embody. Her pi cookies will be a delicious way to mark the day, which is also recognized as the International Day of Mathematics, with creativity as its central theme in 2025.
At the University of Quebec in Montreal, Dr. Daubechies is set to lead special tours of "Mathemalchemy," showcasing its intricately designed multimedia components. The installation, a collaborative effort with fiber sculptor Dominique Ehrmann and a dedicated crew of 24 artistic mathematicians, spans an impressive 20 feet long, 10 feet wide, and nearly 10 feet high. First unveiled in 2022 at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C., "Mathemalchemy" has traveled to various locations, captivating audiences with its engaging blend of art and mathematics.
As Dr. Daubechies invites the public to explore these mathematical marvels and listen to her insights on how mathematics can aid art curation, the installation continues to inspire a new appreciation for the symbiotic relationship between two disciplines that often seem distinct, yet are intimately related.
