Geometry tutorial

Geometric pattern created from a basic repeatable rosette and equilateral triangles.

For centuries this pattern and others based on the same rosette framework have been used to embellish various works of art, textiles, ceramics, metalwork, architectural elements, manuscripts and all types of surfaces. I learnt this from Eric Broug's wonderful book, 'Islamic Geometric Design' - it's a wealth of knowledge and something I refer to very often when working in this form.

ESSENTIAL READING!: I can't emphasise enough how rich in information the below resources are - they're all available to buy online from good book sellers:

'Islamic Geometric Design'
Eric Broug

'Islamic Design: A Genius for Geometry'
Daud Sutton

'Arabic Geometrical Pattern & Design'
J. Bourgoin

'Islamic Designs'
Eva Wilson

'Ruler and Compass: Practical Geometric Constructions'
Andrew Sutton

'Drawing Geometry: A Primer of Basic Forms for Artists, Designers and Architects'
Jon Allen

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