Culturally Situated Design Tools

The elitist myths of 'savages' and 'white trash' led to today"s bigotry. Here you can counter those stereotypes with African fractals, Appalachian quilting algorithms and more. From Native beadwork to urban graffiti, students can find the “heritage algorithms” of their interest, learn their connection to STEM principles, and develop designs of their own creation.

Learn, create, and share your work with Culturally Situated Design Tools!!

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Discrete Iteration: Many cultural patterns are just repeating shapes. Great for beginners!

Omari Computiles

Continuous Paths: Some cultural patterns are more like drawing than stamping. Also a nice starting place.

Barbershop Computing