# Interactive Bezier Curve Graphs

By Murray Bourne, 02 Jan 2013

I recently added a new interactive graph on the Mathematics of Vector Art page.

Vector art is made up of a collection of primitives. These primitives include simple geometric figures like lines, triangles, squares, circles and so on.

We can also have quadratic curves (parabolas) and cubic curves.

Bezier (or more correctly, Bézier) Curves are also used in vector art. These curves help us to join points with smooth curves.

Screen shot from the interactive.

The interactive lets you explore straight lines, parabolas, cubic curves and Bezier Curves.

The link again: Mathematics of Vector Art

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