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Re: Lugnet Logo
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lugnet.loc.au
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Thu, 6 Dec 2001 11:39:26 GMT
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In lugnet.loc.au, Jamie Crothers wrote:
> I believe the logo used by lunet was created by M.C. Escher a Dutch • graphic
> artist, most recognized for spatial illusions,impossible buildings,
> repeating geometric patterns (tessellations), and his incredible • techniques
> in woodcutting and lithography.
> M.C. Escher was born June 1898 and died March 1972 (coincidently the • month I
> was born). His work continues to fascinate both young and old across a • broad
> spectrum of interests.
> M.C. Escher was a man studied and greatly appreciated by respected
> mathematicians, scientists and crystallographers yet he had no formal
> training in math or science. He was a humble man who considered himself
> neither an artist or mathematician.
> Intricate repeating patterns, mathematically complex structures, spatial
> perspectives all require a "second look". In Escher's work what you see • the
> first time is most certainly not all there is to see.
> here is a link where you can see a little more of his work
> http://www.worldofescher.com/gallery/
Actually, I believe it's an original work by Todd and Suz - read this page:
http://www.lugnet.com/admin/logo/
certainly it's been inspired by Escher, but it wasn't created by him.
Dan
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| (...) It is indeed an original creation by Todd & Suz. However, it is base on the Penrose Triangle developed by Sir Roger Penrose. Escher's work, specifically Waterfall, was base on the Penrose Triangle as well. You can read more about him here: (...) (23 years ago, 6-Dec-01, to lugnet.loc.au)
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| I believe the logo used by lunet was created by M.C. Escher a Dutch graphic artist, most recognized for spatial illusions,impossible buildings, repeating geometric patterns (tessellations), and his incredible techniques in woodcutting and (...) (23 years ago, 6-Dec-01, to lugnet.loc.au)
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