The unexpected math behind Van Gogh's "Starry Night" - Natalya St. Clair

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Analyzes the mathematical patterns and golden ratio in Van Gogh's Starry Night painting. Teaches mathematical analysis applied to visual art.

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A 5-minute video from TED-Ed: “The unexpected math behind Van Gogh's "Starry Night" - Natalya St. Clair”.

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Part of Math of the impossible, The Artist's Palette, Math in Real Life

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