Saturday, March 11, 2017

The Benefits Of Geometric Artwork

By Robert Walker


Islamic decorations mainly involve geometric patterns. However, they have no figurative images. People commenced using the patterns many centuries ago. Within the designs, repeated squares and circles are combined. Sometimes they are interlaced and also overlapped to ensure intended results are accomplished. Geometric artwork is common in Islamic architecture and art. It is mainly made on stained glass, ceramics, kilim carpets, woodwork and metalwork.

Figurative images are not allowed in this kind of an art to ensure people do worship them. Most of the patterns used originated from Sasanian, Greek and Roman. Islamic decorations comprise arabesque, calligraphy and geometric pattern. One of the commonly visible patterns is 8-pointed star. It has two squares. There is also the presence of polygons such as pentagons and octagons. Various patterns and shapes arise especially if are combined as expected. Drawing is usually done with the help of compass and a ruler.

Bowls and even plates associated with this religion are usually decorated using geometric patterns. Artists draw radial shapes to ensure the intended message is passed. At times, the drawings indicate flower petals and also stylized leaves. Jugs together bowls have circular bands around them. Nowadays, some designers use patterns, styles and shapes to come up with logo designs and also vector art.

Islamic art plays an important role in the Islamic religion. It is normally made for the purpose of spiritual and religious expression and devotion. The art is not used to either tell or express a personal message or story of a particular artist. It is intended to express Islam teachings through miniature painting and calligraphy. It helps in impacting the worship positively.

There are so many patterns that artists make. Although they are many and different, they tend to have some similarity. All of them have the same idea regarding structure, harmony and symmetry. Artists are required to follow certain rules while making the patterns otherwise they cannot be recognized as a kind of Islamic art.

Geometry is actually the foundation of Islamic art. A lot of important information is conveyed through it. When it comes to calligraphy, artists are required to be careful in matters concerning geometric measurements. They are expected to be very accurate. Making a slight mistake may end up distorting the intended message. This art does not only have an outer meaning, but also an inner one.

In case, you are a member of Muslim community it is important for you to comprehend the meaning of the patterns. You also need to know why they are used. Islam artists prefer using natural materials to the modern ones when performing their activities. They believe the natural ones are generally pure. They use natural pigments and not the readymade ones. Readymade have many chemicals that are unnatural and fade after a short period.

New York is a home of many Islamic artists. They are required by the religion to educate and inspire people around them. They have the responsibility of using their skills to let other individuals understand important Islamic traditions like respecting and loving Islamic art. They should use their skills to show the beauty of their religion.




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