David Reimann

Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science
Albion College
Albion, Michigan, USA

I enjoy giving visual representations to abstract mathematical concepts such as number, form, and process. I often use patterns that convey messages at multiple levels and scales using a wide variety of mathematical elements and media. Some of my work contains fine detail that allows the art to be viewed differently depending on the distance between the viewer and the art. Another prevalent theme in my work is symmetry, where the overall pattern is created by repeated rotation or translation of a smaller very similar units. My overall goal in creating art is to share the beauty and wonder I see in mathematics.

Symmetric Flowers
Symmetric Flowers
51 x 51 cm
Digital Print
2018

This work explores a quotient space group of the symmetry group 442 (p4) and its some of its normal subgroups. Each flower petal represents a subgroup element.

Symmetric Flowers (*632)
Symmetric Flowers (*632)
51 x 51 cm
Digital Print
2018

This work explores a quotient space group of the symmetry group *632 (p6m) and its some of its normal subgroups. Each flower petal represents a subgroup element.