I like the many shades of grey, and the many shades of conic section, present in this spire.
Geometry Photography
Math Photo: Ten Pi Radians
I liked the look from inside the five full twists of this helical playground piece.
Application Appreciation Photography
Math Photo: Hyperbolic Canopy
The geometry of a hyperbolic paraboloid makes it a good choice for a canopy. The posts of different heights create a natural path for rainwater to flow off the tarp, eliminating the chance of standing water collecting in puddles on top.
Except maybe for a single drop at the saddle point!
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Math Photo: The Tallest Trapezoid?
This bungee-swing at Coney Island is one of the tallest trapezoids I have ever seen. And isosceles, to boot!
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Math Photo: Flowery Projection
A timely combination of falling leaves and falling rain produced this lovely and unusual shadow.
This reminds me of taking the projections of curves and surfaces in space. Looking at an object’s shadows in various directions can often help you understand the nature of the object itself.