THE THOUGHT EMBEDDED IN PATTERNS: DISCOVERING THE SELF THROUGH ART
Keywords:
ornament art, philosophy of forms, visual thinking, aesthetic perception, art and self-identity, cultural symbols, geometric patterns, psychology of perception, art and philosophy, visual communication.Abstract
Every pattern carries a story. Sometimes it is a silent witness of history, and other times, it is a journey into the deepest layers of the human psyche. This article explores the influence of patterns and shapes on human thinking, as well as their connection to art and philosophy. Patterns urge us to perceive, feel, and understand — they are not merely decorations but a visual language that affects our subconscious. The research highlights the role of art in self-discovery and analyzes how patterns shape our perception of the world.
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World Art Organization. (2022). The philosophy of patterns in art. Retrieved from www.worldart.org (Accessed on 21.03.2025, 21:55)
