How can patterns in nature inspire us?

Balancing form and colour, Andy Gilmore’s compositions reflect patterns in nature, reflections of light, and waves of sound. He begins these complex works as drawings before developing them digitally, constantly refining and developing them through exploration and intuition. 

Watch the video below and use the following questions to discuss the work of Andy Gilmore. 

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Andy Gilmore

“A master of colour and geometric composition, Andy Gilmore’s work is often characterised as kaleidoscopic and hypnotic, though it could just as well be described as visually acoustic, his often complex arrangements referencing the scales and melodies in music.”

http://agilmore.com/

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Questions to Ask Children

Choose one of Andy’s pieces of art. Can you describe what you see?

How do you feel when you look at Andy’s work? 

Andy’s work appears in newspapers and magazines, record covers and in advertising. Why do you think Andy’s work is used this way? 

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Pathway: Exploring pattern

This is featured in the ‘Exploring Pattern’ pathway

using sketchbooks to make visual notes

Show me what you see