This document discusses the element of line in art. It defines line and identifies the 5 basic types: vertical, horizontal, diagonal, zigzag, and curved. Each type is described along with examples. Variations of line are also discussed, including length, width, weight, texture, and style. Lines are an important element in art as they allow for composition and expression. The document encourages the reader to create a design using the different line types and variations.

1. ELEMENT OF
ART: LINE
PREPARED BY:
LORELYN OBIDA
(BEED-2A)

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CONTENT
5 types of Line in Art:
Meaning and
examples
Line in Art
Variations of
Line in Art

3. Line in Art
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4. A line in art is defined as a point moving in space, and
it’s one of the seven elements of art (line, color, shape, form,
texture, value, space).
It is one of the most crucial elements, as everything begins
with just a simple dot in space, that transforms into lines and
then drawings. Lines are everywhere!
What is a Line in Art?

5. 5 types of Line in Art: Meaning
and examples
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6. 5 Types of Lines in Art: Meaning and Examples
1.Vertical
2.Horizontal
3.Diagonal
4.Zigzag
5.Curved

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Vertical lines
-are straight up and down lines that are moving in
space without any slant and are perpendicular to
horizontal lines. They suggest height and strength
because they extend towards the sky and seem
unshakeable.

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Horizontal lines are straight lines parallel to the
horizon that move from left to right. They suggest
width, distance, calmness, and stability.

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Diagonal lines are straight lines that slant in any
direction except horizontal or vertical. When in use,
they suggest movement or lack of stability.

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Zigzag lines are a series of diagonal lines joined at
ends. They can convey action and excitement, as well
as restlessness and anxiety.

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Curved lines are lines that bend and change direction
gradually. They can be simply wavy or spiral. Such
lines convey the feelings of comfort and ease, as well
as sensual quality as they remind us of the human
body.

12. Variations of Line in
Art
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13. Variety of lines using these tools:
•Length
•Width
•Weight
•Texture
•Style

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Length in lines can be
long (tall, strong, far) or
short (small, cute, close).

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Width in lines goes from
thin (delicate, slim,
lightweight) to
thick (strength, weight,
power).

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Weight in lines means the
continuous change of width. By
varying the weight, one can
capture energy, movement and
even suggest when one object
is in front of the other.

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Texture in lines defines how
smooth or rough it is. Varying it
can simply mean changing your
working medium (for example,
going from marker to charcoal
or changing your digital brush).

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Style of lines refers to continuous,
dotted, dashed or implied lines.
Continuous or implied lines are great for
leading the eye of the viewer in the
direction you want them to go. Dashed
or dotted lines are great for patterns,
energy and calling for attention.

19. ACTIVITY:
Draw a design using the 5 types of line
(Vertical,Horizontal,Diagonal,Zigzag,Curved)
and applying the tools of variety of lines
(Length,width,weight,texture,style) in a short
bondpaper. Make it creative as you can!

20. EVALUATION:Choose the correct answer.
1. It is a series of diagonal lines joined at ends. They can convey action and excitement, as well as restlessness and
anxiety.
a. Zigzag lines b. Horizontal lines c. Curved Lines
2. It is defined as a point moving in space, and it’s one of the seven elements of art.
a. Line b. Texture c. Form
3. The following are variety of lines except one.
a. Length b. style c. diagonal
4. Why are lines is important element in art? Choose the best answer.
a. Because it helps people to draw and conceptualized
b. because everything begins with just a simple dot.
c. Lines in art allow for better composition. The use of line in art allows us to frame, express, and imply texture. This
could be through cross-hatching or shading
5. It means the continuous change of width. By varying the weight, one can capture energy, movement and even
suggest when one object is in front of the other.
a. weight b. style c. width

21. THANK YOU!