Mathematics and comics
Why would mathematics escape the ninth art? Comics are full of slightly zany scientists like Tryphon Tournesol, Professor Nimbus or the scholar Cosinus, sometimes inspired by famous scientists. Whether it's to tackle a character, a concept or a story, the graphic form adapts wonderfully to mathematical representations. Another approach, that of constrained drawings, is explored by the Oubapo, Ouvroir de bande dessinée potentielle. Let yourself be seduced by this teeming universe and discover the work of three iconic contemporary artists whom mathematics leaves unmoved: Marc-Antoine Mathieu, Midam and Étienne Lécroart.
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When mathematics meets comics | Tangente
Mathematics may not be the first thing that springs to mind for comic-book enthusiasts. Yet the two fields are far from as separate as one might think; when they come together, the results can be real gems.
An interview with Étienne Lécroart: mathematics and creative comics | Tangente
Mathematics and its history can both become the subject of comics. Some authors draw inspiration from these subjects to devise the very structure of their pages. We spoke with one of them, the iconic Étienne Lécroart, who believes that "all mathematics stems from the same thing: logic."
Midam and Kid Paddle’s mathematical models | Tangente
Welcome to the world of Michel Ledent, better known as Midam. For thirty years, his characters have appeared in two comic-book series, each carving out a distinctive place of its own. Let's explore the mathematics hidden behind their hilarious adventures.
Donald in Mathmagic Land: finally in comic-book form | Tangente
Donald in Mathmagic Land (Hamilton Luske, 1959) is a 27-minute short film produced by Walt Disney Studios.
Rose Polymath and Anselme Lanturlu: Science comics | Tangente
Many comic-book authors draw on mathematics in their work, whether consciously or not. Conversely, scientists committed to public outreach who can also draw sometimes try their hand at making comics.
Marc-Antoine Mathieu: comics and dimensions | Tangente
Julius Corentin Acquefacques, prisoner of dreams, is perhaps the comic-book hero most often drawn into the world of mathematical ideas. Let's venture into the extraordinary world of his creator, Marc-Antoine Mathieu.