Scientists have studied trees depicted in various works of art and found they contain fractals, following relatively simple mathematical rules also found in branching patterns in nature.

Calculating fractal branches in tree art. The study was inspired by a visit to the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque in India. Newberry noticed that some of the windows had carvings with stylized trees.

Trees are, in fact, fractal from their seeds to their roots to their leaves to their canopy. If you look closely at the veins of the leaves, you'll notice just how self-similar they are.

Fractals, or repeating patterns, can be found in the tiniest ice crystal to pinecones and aspen leaves. The High Desert Museum in Bend, Oregon, invites visitors to explore and experience "Patterns ...

By entering into awareness of nature's tendency to repeat patterns, fractals emerge as a compelling way to explain meaningful coincidences. Skip to main content Mobile Navigation.

Scientists have studied trees depicted in various works of art and found they contain fractals, following relatively simple mathematical rules also found in branching patterns in nature.

Scale of 1 to tree. In nature, fractal patterns aren’t just aesthetically pleasing, they’re also often related to function.

The math concept hidden in this tree art — geometric shapes known as fractals — is apparent in branching patterns in nature and may be key to humans’ ability to recognize such artwork as ...