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Mural – Fabrication

Unlike most of the components in the Mathemalchemy installation, the Mural is the work of only one Mathemalchemist, apart from small details. Bronna Butler conceived of the idea, designed the scene and painted the panels. Some of the ideas emerged in discussions: the realization that the octonion mnemonic would be especially appropriate on the backContinue reading “Mural – Fabrication”

Mural – Through the Mathemalchemy Looking Glass

She just is putting the last tentacles to two equations in neon colors – has she seen that she is also dripping paint and making green ripples below? The candle she was holding to give a little extra light has just been snuffed out by the breeze, and the smoke coming from its wick isContinue reading “Mural – Through the Mathemalchemy Looking Glass”

Lighthouse – Through the Mathemalchemy Looking Glass

Like lighthouses everywhere, the one in the Mathemalchemy installation illuminates the world around it, and guides seafarers on their way, or to a safe port if they have reached the end of a voyage.  Its beautiful red and yellow beacon is a familiar and welcome sight to the fleet of boats that sail or turbineContinue reading “Lighthouse – Through the Mathemalchemy Looking Glass”