9|10 | Balance | Movement | Unity | Emphasis | Pattern
 
Elements of Art
Line | shape | form | value | texture space
Kinds of Lines

There are five basic kinds of lines: horizontal, vertical, diagonal, curved, zig-zag

 
 
Explicit Line

Horizontal lines are PARALLEL to the horizon.  Horizontal lines suggest a relaxing, peaceful feeling and convey a feeling of rest and repose.  They make you feel content, relaxed and calm.

Horizontal lines are STATIC, or INACTIVE,
express, REST and STABILITY

 

Vertical Lines

An IMPLIED line exist ONLY by implication, as the edge of shapes. A group of shapes arranged in a row can create an implied line.
Can you see implied lines in this painting?

 

Horizontal & Vertical Lines

An IMPLIED line exist ONLY by implication, as the edge of shapes. A group of shapes arranged in a row can create an implied line.
Can you see implied lines in this painting?

 

Diagonal Lines

A LINE OF SIGHT is a visual line that connects two points, such as the imaginary line moving from a figure’s eyes to a viewed object. 
Can you see an implied line of sight in this painting?

 

Curved Lines

A LINE OF SIGHT is a visual line that connects two points, such as the imaginary line moving from a figure’s eyes to a viewed object. 
Can you see an implied line of sight in this painting?

 

Zig-Zag Lines
A LINE OF SIGHT is a visual line that connects two points, such as the imaginary line moving from a figure’s eyes to a viewed object. 
Can you see an implied line of sight in this painting?