Artwork
A-B Modulars
A-B Modulars is a drawing by Paul Brown. It dates from 1977 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A-B Modulars is a computer-generated drawing created using a plotter, a machine that moves a pen according to programmed instructions.
Technique & Style
The drawing consists of simple linear forms arranged in a grid of tiles, producing complex patterns through their relationships with neighboring tiles. The use of a plotter allowed for precise and intricate linework, evoking the intricate patterns found in Islamic art.
Subject & Meaning
The work explores the concept of 'cellular automata,' simple systems that can evolve and generate complex patterns. The resulting drawing appears dynamic, with protruding knots creating an illusion of depth.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Eugene Brown was an American football coach and executive in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC), the National Football League (NFL), and the American Football League (AFL).
