CarpetDiem

The Carpetdiem is a representation of the magic in mathematics through a mesmerizing display of the fractal geometry that unfolds like blossoming flowers to infinity. Spontaneously evolving designs captivate the viewer by a hypnotizing temptation and take them to an exquisite journey on a magic carpet. Indeed, revealing the unique beauty in mathematics is at the core of Orkhan Mammadov’s work. The recursive fractal system that was derived from the Sierpiński carpet formula subdivides the shape of the equilateral squares consecutively while the algorithm generates a different configuration at each run and creates unique patterns autonomously.

The ubiquitous precision of universe lies in every piece of nature whether it is living or non-living. Indeed, we are surrounded by a whole system that agrees with mathematical formulas, algorithms, and magic numbers such as Fibonacci sequence, the golden ratio, Π number etc... Such an agreement enchanted scientists, artists, architects, and engineers for centuries and led them to a quest to find the perfect harmony. As the human eye finds pleasure in formations that agree with such formulas, it has been suggested that the foundation of beauty and aesthetics lies within the mathematical sequences and algorithms. Mammadov dives deep into the mysteries that binds beauty and mathematics to digitize the craftsmanship of his home country: Azerbaijan. Carpet weaving has been a long-time tradition in Azerbaijan where patterns have certain meaning and spiritual significance. Mammodov, as an intergenerational artist, creates a fusion between past and future by translating the ancient carpet patterns into a contemporary digital code that generates a novel artwork. He stands at the very border where future is celebrated whilst past is acknowledged and cherished. Hence, Mammodov’s magic carpets lie in a chasm between two dimensions of existence, which he crafted using fractal geometry, a universally compelling magic recipe.