JOURNAL ARTICLE
Mathematics and Art: mutual understanding in our own words.
Published In: Mathematics Teaching, 2026, n. 299. P. 42 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: James, Izaak; Ciuciula, Alex; Rawat, Muawwiz; Mclean, Lola; Tran, Jasmine; Konda, K. J.; Ani, Angel; Moldoveanu, Emily 3 of 3
Abstract
The article explores the intersection of mathematics and art through reflections by a mathematics teacher and Year 13 students at a state-funded sixth-form college in Tottenham, London. It presents student interpretations of various artworks using mathematical concepts such as exponential growth, vectors, scale factors, and proof by induction, highlighting how aesthetic experiences can deepen mathematical understanding. The authors discuss the tension between the subjectivity of art and the perceived objectivity of mathematics, emphasizing the value of interdisciplinary thinking in cultivating sensitive mathematicians. The piece concludes with the teacher’s reflections on the educational implications of integrating art into mathematics learning. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Mathematics Teaching. 2026/03, Issue 299, p42
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Mathematics
- Publication Date:2026
- ISSN:0025-5785
- Accession Number:192135864
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