mercredi 15 mars 2017

The Importance Of Geometric Artwork

By Robert Walker


Islamic decorations mainly involve geometric patterns. However, they have no figurative images. People commenced using the patterns many centuries ago. Within the designs, repeated squares and circles are combined. Sometimes they are interlaced and also overlapped to ensure intended results are accomplished. Geometric artwork is common in Islamic architecture and art. It is mainly made on stained glass, ceramics, kilim carpets, woodwork and metalwork.

Figurative images are highly prohibited to ensure people do not recognize them as worshiping item. Some of geometric patterns applied originated from areas such as Greek, Roman and Sasanian. The types of Islamic decorations that are commonly used include geometric pattern, arabesque and calligraphy. Although they help in decorating structures on which they are drawn, this is not their main purpose. The major one is passing teachings to the people. Examples of common patterns are 8-pointed star and the polygons (octagons and pentagons). Drawing is normally accomplished with the use of special tools such rulers and compasses.

The inner and outer parts of bowls and also the plates concerned with Islamic religion are well decorated. Radial shapes are mainly done during this important process. Most of drawing in such structures indicate stylized leaves and flower petals. Circular bands move around the jug and also the bowl. Apart from the religion, there are a number of designers who use shapes, patterns and styles to come up with vector art and also logo designs.

Islamic art plays an important role in the Islamic religion. It is normally made for the purpose of spiritual and religious expression and devotion. The art is not used to either tell or express a personal message or story of a particular artist. It is intended to express Islam teachings through miniature painting and calligraphy. It helps in impacting the worship positively.

It is true that artists make a variety of patterns. Many seem to be very different from the others but if looked carefully they have a certain similarity. In other words, they have a similar idea regarding symmetry, harmony and structure. Artists follow rules that have been put in place when it comes to Islamic art. This ensures the intended information is passed appropriately.

Geometry plays a very beneficial role in this type of art. It does not only act as the foundation, but also as the guideline. In calligraphy, geometric measurements requirements are followed to the letter to ensure the intent is achieved. The art has both the inner and the outer meaning in it. Each and every shape has a given meaning. In other words, shapes are mainly not made for decorative reasons but to pass a particular teaching.

In case, you are a member of Muslim community it is important for you to comprehend the meaning of the patterns. You also need to know why they are used. Islam artists prefer using natural materials to the modern ones when performing their activities. They believe the natural ones are generally pure. They use natural pigments and not the readymade ones. Readymade have many chemicals that are unnatural and fade after a short period.

New York houses a good number of artists. Religion requires them to inspire and also educate individuals near them. They should use their excellent artistic skills to make other people know and appreciate the importance of Islamic traditions such as respecting and also loving Islamic art. They are expected to use the expertise to exude the beauty of Islamic religion.




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