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Basic art elements
Basic Art Elements - 1. LIne----- 2.Shape and Form--------- continued on page 2
The Basic Art Elements are Line, Shape, Value, Color and Texture.
Line The first element
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Line is the first element of Art. It is from line that all art is created. We will be exploring the many types, qualities, and expressive ways in which the Artist may use line.
Line
A line is an identifiable path created by a point moving in space. It is one-dimensional and can vary in width, direction, and length. Lines often define the edges of a form. Lines can be horizontal, vertical, or diagonal, straight or curved, thick or thin. They lead your eye around the composition and can communicate information through their character and direction.
Line
A line is an identifiable path created by a point moving in space. It is one-dimensional and can vary in width, direction, and length. Lines often define the edges of a form. Lines can be horizontal, vertical, or diagonal, straight or curved, thick or thin. They lead your eye around the composition and can communicate information through their character and direction.
Horizontal line- space
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Horizontal lines suggest a feeling of rest or repose because objects parallel to the earth are at rest. In this landscape, horizontal lines also help give a sense of space. The lines delineate sections of the landscape, which recede into space. They also imply continuation of the landscape beyond the picture plane to the left and right.
Vertical lines - uplifting
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Vertical lines often communicate a sense of height because they are perpendicular to the earth, extending upwards toward the sky. In this church drawing, vertical lines suggest spirituality, rising beyond human reach toward the heavens. We can sense the height of the church as our eye is drawn up to the top of the spires.
Diagonal Lines - movement
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Diagonal lines convey a feeling of movement. Objects in a diagonal position are unstable. Because they are neither vertical nor horizontal, they are either about to fall or are already in motion. The angles of the railing on the pier in this drawing create visual movement. We can sense the movement of the sun (not in the picture) as it casts the shadows on the pier walkway. The diagonal lines of the walkway itself draw us to the light house moving our our eaye as we would move our bodies as we walked along this pier.
In a two-dimensional composition, diagonal lines can also indicate depth through perspective. These diagonal lines pull the viewer visually into the image.
In a two-dimensional composition, diagonal lines can also indicate depth through perspective. These diagonal lines pull the viewer visually into the image.
Curved lines - Sensuality and energy
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The curve of a line can convey energy. Soft, shallow curves recall the curves of the human body and often have a pleasing, sensual quality and a softening effect on the composition.Sharply curved or twisted lines can convey turmoil, chaos, and even violence.
In this example we can see the energy of the wrestlers as the engage in competition. We can feel the movement of their energy as they struggle for the win.
Below are some examples of line projects from the Basic art classes.
LINE THE FIRST ELEMENT OF ART see gallery for basic art line drawings.
In this example we can see the energy of the wrestlers as the engage in competition. We can feel the movement of their energy as they struggle for the win.
Below are some examples of line projects from the Basic art classes.
LINE THE FIRST ELEMENT OF ART see gallery for basic art line drawings.
Shape/form - the second element
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Shape and form Shape and form define objects in space. Shapes have two dimensions—height and width—and are usually defined by lines. Forms exist in three dimensions, with height, width, and depth.
Shape has only height and width. Shape is usually, though not always, defined by line, which can provide its contour.
Shape has only height and width. Shape is usually, though not always, defined by line, which can provide its contour.
Form
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Form has depth as well as width and height. Three-dimensional form is the basis of sculpture, furniture, and decorative arts. Three-dimensional forms can be seen from more than one side.
Geometric Shapes/Forms
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Geometric shapes and forms include mathematical, named shapes such as squares, rectangles, circles, cubes, spheres, and cones. Geometric shapes and forms are often man-made.
Organic Shapes/Forms
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Organic shapes and forms are typically irregular or asymmetrical. Organic shapes are often found in nature, but man-made shapes can also imitate organic forms.
Patterns with shape
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Repeated shapes and forms also create patterns. Repeating organic floral shapes can create a pattern. Geometric shapes and lines are repeated to create a pattern.