Brain Power Lab: Math & Art! (Grades 5-9)

Join us for an extraordinary event that celebrates the fusion of art and mathematics! Brain Power Enrichment Programs are thrilled to present an engaging one hour lecture designed to inspire and challenge bright and talented students.

M.C. Escher - Master of Tessellation: Delve into the captivating world of M.C. Escher, the Dutch artist known for his mathematically inspired works featuring complex, interlocking patterns. Students will learn about the mathematical concept of tessellation, which involves filling a flat plane with geometric shapes without gaps or overlaps.

Bridget Riley - Pioneer of Optical Art: Discover the vibrant and dynamic artworks of Bridget Riley, an English painter celebrated for her optical illusions. In this workshop, students will explore how Riley manipulates visual perception using geometric shapes and contrasting colors. They will learn about the mathematical principles behind optical illusions and visual perception.

Salvador Dalí - Surrealist Visionary: Step into the surreal world of Salvador Dalí, the Spanish surrealist painter renowned for his bizarre and dream-like images. Students will explore the mathematical concepts of hyperbolic geometry and distorted perspectives that Dalí often employed in his work.

For students grades 5 to 9.

Hosted by Brain Power faculty member and art aficionado Tara!

Tara Fesharakinia, B.Sc., M.Eng. (Biomedical Engineering)

Tara is an experienced educator who holds a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson). With over 8 years of experience in teaching Math and Science in various schools and institutions, Tara makes complicated mathematical concepts easy to understand for her students. Tara believes that math can be enjoyable and exciting, and she enjoys making her classes engaging and fun for her students.

One of Tara’s key strengths is her ability to make individualized learning approaches for each of her students based on their abilities. She understands that every student has a unique learning style, so she tailors her teaching methods to meet the specific needs of each student. Tara takes the time to get to know her students’ strengths and weaknesses, and she helps them to develop their knowledge and skills. She creates a comfortable and supportive learning environment that allows her students to feel confident and motivated to learn. She also uses creative and innovative teaching methods that keep her students interested in the subject matter, and she encourages her students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills. Additionally, over the years, Tara has helped many students with math contests and prepared them for the future. Her dedication and commitment to her students have enabled many of them to excel in their academic pursuits.

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