A Mathematician Paints: Perspective Part 1
Introduction Many artists have studied and learned 1-point perspective early on. I've assumed that all artists understand how to use its rules. But do they (we) care? Isn't it so obvious that it's actually ingrained in us while we paint? I am choosing to assume that it's not obvious. But even more important, does it matter? Or perhaps, even more importantly, is there a difference between knowing the simple rule and understanding the theory behind it? Would it help the artist to know for example that perspective was considered an important or revolutionary notion historically? Or would knowing the underlying mathematics provide the artist with a deeper, understanding? I probably dabbled with perspective in grammar school and high-school. I don't really remember. I am planning to put together a lesson plan for my 10-12 year old grandchildren while they do their on-line learning from home during the pandemic. And they can have fun with it. But my first memor