Teaching Beyond the Curriculum

Abstract

The disciplines of art and architecture have been interwoven deep into the human fabric through ages ability to captivate the senses and ignite the imagination. These disciplines, while often examined separately, share a profound connection rooted in their shared pursuit of harmony, order, and aesthetic expression. This paper delves into an approach of using digitally manipulating architectural photographs as a medium to cultivate spatial exploration and creative expression. Particularly evident in the captivating photographs captured within the walls of Lahore, a city rich in history, heritage, and a diverse urban fabric that melds together the past and the present. Through the lens of the camera, the urban environment unveils its layers, offering a unique opportunity to explore the densities of the cityscape and uncover the hidden geometries that lie within the mundane chaos, highlighting the artistic potential that lies within every corner of its streets. This intuitive process involves the act of taking a photograph and using the taken image to dissect and reassemble using digital media. The iterative process of creating the image starts from a two-dimensional output turning into three-dimensional reality. By, photographing the three-dimensional reality back onto a two-dimensional plane, and using the photograph as a medium of creating art by simply superimposing the flat images together creates new intrinsic geometric patterns. As the human eye is naturally attuned to perceive patterns and regularity, this interplay of form, space, and light on a flat plane further highlights the of act observation and artistic interpretation. The synthesis of geometry and architectural aesthetics offers a rich palette for creative exploration, enabling the artist to produce visually striking compositions that transcend conventional boundaries.