Chapter 7: Line Summary

  • Line defined as a point with a direction in motion which can tell edges of a shape and the artist hand/point
  • Lines convey mood and feeling
  • Contour Drawing – outlines that refer to edge of a shape
  • Cross Contour – defines a form
  • Gesture – capturing the moment of subject which involves quick lines
  • Inherent Lines – tied to geometry and the line presence is recognized
  • Implied Line – when a line makes the eye notice clearly
  • Psychic Line – line that follows a figure and relates to human connection
  • Variety and Emphasis – putting adjectives like thin ans smooth before line to show possibilities
  • Mood and Motion – changing a lines features rather then shape or form
  • Dark and Light – change value
  • Lost and Found Contour – when there is a sharp visibility that blends into darkness

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