Line Quiz Flashcards
(17 cards)
Line
Path of a moving point, mark made by tool as it is drawn
Lines are:
Made visible by contrast on the surface
Man made
Contour lines
Boundary around an objects border
Calligraphy
Flowing or decorative line
Mass
3D form or body that stands out
5 Characteristics of a line
Measure
Type
Direction
Location
Character
Measure
Refers to length and width
Type
Style of the line
Direction
Angle that a line is extended
Location
according to the line placement
Character
Encompasses all characteristics
Line and shape
Line creates shape
Line and value
Line can be used to make value
Line and texture
Lines placed strategically can create intricate textured patterns
Line and color
Accent and enhance a work
2 types of perspective
One point
Two point
Lines:
Give contour to mass
Calligraphy gives design
Unifies to wareas of a composition
Plasticity diversity’s the work to make more interesting
