1. ArtTalk
Chapter 4 Notes

2. Chapter 4 Terms
Line- the element of art that is the path of a moving point through space
Dimension- the amount of space an object takes up in one direction
Outline- a line that shows or creates the outer edges of a shape
Implied lines- series of points that viewer’s eyes automatically connect

3. Value- the element of art that describes the darkness or lightness of an object
Crosshatching- the technique of using crossed lines for shading
Contour lines- define the edges and surface ridges of objects
Gesture- expressive movement
Calligraphy- beautiful handwriting

4. Kinds of lines
Vertical- lines that move straight up and down and are perpendicular to the horizon
Diagonal- lines that slant and look as if they are rising or falling
Zigzag- lines made from a combination of diagonal lines
Curved- lines that change direction gradually
Horizontal- parallel to the horizon

5. Line Variation Length- lines can be long or short
Width- lines can be thick or thin
Texture- lines can be rough or smooth
Direction- lines can move in any direction
Degree of curve- lines can curve gradually or not at all

6. Line and Value
The value that line groups create depend on four factors
The number of lines
The size of the spaces between the lines
The media
The tools

7. The expressive qualities of line
Different lines express different ideas or feelings
Vertical (static) – express stability, dignity, poise and formality
Horizontal (static) – express peace, rest, quiet and stability
Curved (active)- depends on direction of curve, usually expresses luxury
Diagonal (active)- express instability, tension, activity and excitement
Zigzag (active)- express confusion, excitement and nervousness

8. Contour Drawings
Contour drawings are done by following the edges of an object with your eyes and drawing those edges on the paper at the same time in one continuous line

9. Gesture Drawing
Gesture drawings are drawn quickly and loosely and attempt to capture a feeling of motion

10. Calligraphic Drawing
Calligraphy is done by making characters that represent language and in themselves form pictures. The artist uses lines with a brushstroke that changes from thin to thick in one stroke.