I Wanna be like M.C. Escher

Tessellation Project

M.C. Escher has left quite a legacy for himself with his geometric take on art. His work with tessellations is recognized world- wide, and he’s marketed his artwork on t-shirts, ties, puzzles, sculptures, and posters. If he can make a killing off of applied geometry, why shouldn’t you (at least try?!?!?)? This project is Due March 15, 2013!!

Design / Possible Points / Points Earned
Translation / 20
Design is an accurate example of this type of tessellation
Design completely tessellates the plane
Drawn on paper (at least 8½ “ x 11”)
Original template included with design (use a paper clip please)
Color your design creatively (no blobs!)
Deductions (sloppy, drawn in pencil, etc.) / Additions (use a shape not used in class)
Rotation / 20
Design is an accurate example of this type of tessellation
Design completely tessellates the plane
Drawn on paper (at least 8½ “ x 11”)
Original template included with design (use a paper clip please)
Color your design creatively (no blobs!)
Deductions (sloppy, drawn in pencil, etc.) / Additions (use a shape not used in class)
Glide Reflection / 20
Design is an accurate example of this type of tessellation
Design completely tessellates the plane
Drawn on paper (at least 8½ “ x 11”)
Original template included with design (use a paper clip please)
Color your design creatively (no blobs!)
Deductions (sloppy, drawn in pencil, etc.) / Additions (use a shape not used in class)
Product / Possible Points / Points Earned
Creativity / 20
Color (or intriguing black and white)
Noticeable pattern (don’t color randomly – Escher wouldn’t!)
The “X” factor – make it cool looking!
Product appears to have been put together by someone who takes pride in his/her work (i.e. If you put this together at the last minute I will notice and your grade will reflect it…)
Sign your work like you’re a celebrity
Report / Possible Points / Points Earned
20
Include pictures of 2 tessellations in the real-world & describe the type of tessellation represented. (8 points)
Tell which type of tessellation your product showcases & explain why your shape tessellates
Point out your product’s Escher-like properties
Typed and double-spaced
Deductions (sloppy, a lot of grammar mistakes, etc.) / Additions (impress me)

Return this rubric with your project!!! Seven points will be deducted for each day this project is late!!