1. M. C. Escher
Artist Spotlight

2. M. C. Escher Lived 1898-1972 Born in the Netherlands
One of the greatest mathematical and graphic artists EVER
Known for his impossible buildings, visual illusions and tessellations

3. M.C. Escher’s Artwork
Created works that were considered "impossible constructions."
"Impossible constructions" are works that are a type of 2-D figure but are interpreted as a 3-D figure
Wood cuts, lithographs, engravings, drawings

4. Facts: M.C. Escher He was left handed
He did not consider himself to be an artist
the house that he grew up in is now a museum

5. Balcony 1945 Lithograph

6. Eye 1946 Mezzotint, 7th and final stage

7. Relativity 1953 Lithograph

8. Belvedere, 1958

9. Convex and Concave, 1955