The mathematics of sidewalk illusions.
Have you ever come across an oddly stretched image on the sidewalk, only to find that it looks remarkably realistic if you stand in exactly the right spot? These sidewalk illusions employ a technique called anamorphosis - a special case of perspective art where artists represent 3D views on 2D surfaces. So how is it done? Fumiko Futamura traces the history and mathematics of perspective.
Answer the following questions:
What are some reasons why artists want to create a work of art in anamorphosis rather than as a traditional perspective drawing?
Perspective drawing is one area of art in which mathematics is a necessary and integral part of the art-making process. In what other creative areas is mathematics used? Give some examples in areas such as theater, music, industrial design, sculpture, etc.
Give some examples of how creativity and problem solving is used in both mathematics and art.
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