Tessellations: Repeating Shapes
Exploring how shapes can fit together perfectly without gaps or overlaps to create tessellating patterns, inspired by M.C. Escher.
Key Questions
- Explain the mathematical principles that allow shapes to tessellate.
- Design a tessellating pattern using a single irregular shape.
- Analyze how M.C. Escher transformed simple tessellations into complex artistic compositions.
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