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Blueprints: How Mathematics Shapes Creativity - JLF Colorado: International Literature Festival

Oxford mathematician Marcus du Sautoy's recent book, Blueprints: How Mathematics Shaped Creativity, demonstrates the transformative power of mathematics in the creative world. Drawing on examples from Shakespeare’s use of mathematical axioms to Pixar’s animation techniques, Du Sautoy argues that the intersection of math and art is more than just functional—rather, he sees it as a source of inspiration. Discover how mathematical concepts like symmetry, fractals, and primes have influenced music, art, and literature, and how creativity might unlock new mathematical insights. Marcus du Sautoy in conversation with Sanjoy K Roy.

Venue: Canyon Theater

All are invited to JLF Colorado - an annual international literature festival of books, ideas, stories and camaraderie - September 13-14 at Boulder Public Library.

Date:: Sunday, Sep 14 2025
Time:: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location:: Main Library
Audience:: Ages 12 to 18 Ages 18+
Categories:: Author Talk

JLF Colorado is a proud sister festival of the world-renowned Jaipur Literature Festival. JLF Colorado is produced by Teamwork Arts and has been hosted each September in Boulder, Colorado since 2014. We bring together inspiring authors and thought leaders from across the state and around the world.

JLF Colorado is free and open to all. Come for the morning music, stay for engaging conversations—and feel free to attend one session or many. Register for the festival today to secure your spot and receive updates about authors, program sessions, and volunteer opportunities.

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