Definition of LINE
Line is a form that has
length and width. Line is a mark made by a tool and the usual
art definition of line is a moving dot. Line often suggests
movement. Line is usually the most dynamically forceful visual
element in drawing
Line Weight
A line's weight refers to
the width. Since a line's width is so tiny compared to its length
we consider it to only have the later (length) dimension, but line
is capable of infinite variety of weights.
Character /Quality
Line can express an array
of emotion and feelings. A quiet flowing line can expresses calmness. A
graceful movement may reflect a feeling of dance or light-heartedness. We
often describe line as being solid and bold, quiet and flowing,
delicate and dainty, jagged or nervous, angry, happy, free, excited,
meandering.... Line also has texture, i.e. rough or smooth.
Line Direction
Another important characteristic of line that
we should remember is its direction. A horizontal line implies
quiet and repose. A vertical line has more potential of activity. A
diagonal line most strongly suggests motion.
Structural lines
Structural marks: crosshatchings, hatching,
stippling, washes -these are all optical values that help explain
the subjects surface. These structural markings give shape
and dimension, direction, space and volume to whatever you are
drawing. (making something two dimensional appear to be three
dimensional.)
Implied lines
When two objects face each other the
distance between is considered an implied line.
Contour Lines
Define or outline the figure or shape.
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