Maths is Everything/ Everything is Maths!

In ancient Greece, students of the philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras engaged in deep studies of natural science and self-understanding.  They were called mathematekoi, “those who studied all”.  Since that time, “Maths” has, for most people, restricted its scope to mundane measurement and mere manipulation of quantities. Pythagoras and his followers knew that Number linked all…

Queensland Regional Art Awards Entry

I have been working hard this week preparing my entry for the Queensland Regional Art Awards. “Black, White, and Maroon”,  57x78cm, Charcoal, Chinese ink, pencil, permanent marker, wool on 850g Arches water colour paper. A diversity of peoples and cultures brings colour, vibrancy and life to my part of regional Queensland. I have a degree…

Hexagons: Structure and Order

This week I have been looking for hexagons in nature and constructing my own.