2026 Joint Mathematics Meetings
Beyza Aslan
Artists
Beyza Aslan
Associate Professor of Mathematics
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL, USA
Statement
I learned how to crochet in my childhood, but only recently discovered how to make math fun by crocheting mathematical geometry. I find great joy in transforming abstract mathematical concepts into visually tangible forms. I especially enjoy exploring mathematical patterns through circular crochet designs. My goal is to make math more accessible to a general audience by highlighting the beauty found at the intersection of art and mathematics, and to foster greater appreciation for both.
Artworks

Interconnected Polygons
60.0 x 60.0 cm
polyester yarn
2025
This piece represents common elements of Islamic geometry, consisting of underlying polygons such as hexagons, triangles, squares, dodecagons.. There are seven interconnected white dodecagons in the background, overlaid by green hexagons. Each dodecagon starts out as a hexagon and turns into a dodecagon halfway through, as observed through the white stitches.