LINE A power point presentation by R. Britt Klein Collins High School

Lines connecting boundaries that separate one area from another. Contour Lines Lines connecting boundaries that separate one area from another. Outline only.

*Outline of a shape,usually a profile Silhouette *Outline of a shape,usually a profile portrait, filled with a solid color.

*A work of art made by glueing Collage *A work of art made by glueing pieces of different materials, pictures, or individual drawings to a flat surface.

*An element of art that refers to the Line *An element of art that refers to the path of a moving point through space.

*Lines that are always bending and changing direction gradually. Curved Lines *Lines that are always bending and changing direction gradually. Express movement in a graceful, flowing way.

Diagonal *Lines that slant. Signal action and excitement.

Lines made from combined diagonal lines. Zig - Zag Lines Lines made from combined diagonal lines. Can change direction suddenly. Creates a feeling of confusion.

*Lines that run up and down. Show dignity, formality, and strength. Vertical Lines

Lines that run parallel to the ground (left to right). Horizontal Lines Lines that run parallel to the ground (left to right). Appear to be at rest.

*Principle of art used to create the look and feel of action. Movement *Principle of art used to create the look and feel of action. Guides the viewer’s eye throughout the work of art.

Principle of design that Rhythm Principle of design that repeats elements to create the illusion of movement.

Visual rhythm created by repeating wavy lines. Flowing Rhythm Visual rhythm created by repeating wavy lines.

Artwork in which no objects can Non Objective Art Artwork in which no objects can be readily identified.

Although lines can vary in appearance, Line Facts Although lines can vary in appearance, they are considered one – dimensional and are measured by length. Lines can have different lengths, widths, textures, directions, and degree of curve.