Line is considered a moving dot in art and is commonly used to show where objects end through contour lines or outlines. Line quality, including thickness and thinness, can be used to add variety and create the illusion of form. There are different types of lines such as vertical, horizontal, diagonal, zigzag, and curved lines that add interest through variation in length, width, and texture.

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In terms of art, line is
considered to be a moving
dot.

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The most common use of line is showing
where an object ends. This type of line is
called a contour line. Contour lines are
most commonly called outlines.

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Line can also create the
illusion of form in a drawing.

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Line Quality is the thickness
or thinness of a line.

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Line Quality can be used to
add variety
and the illusion of form

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Line Quality can be used to
add variety
and the illusion of form

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Cross contour lines follow the contours
or form of the object. They can be use
communicate the form of the object
further and create shadow.

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“Types of Line”

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Vertical lines - lines that
move up and down
without any slant.

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Horizontal lines - lines
that are parallel to the
horizon

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Diagonal lines - lines
that slant

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Zigzag lines - lines made
from a combination of
diagonal lines.

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Curved lines - Lines that
change direction
gradually.

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Line Variation - adding interest to
your lines is important in creating
successful artwork
Length - lines can be long or short

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Width - lines can be
wide or skinny.

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Texture - lines can be
rough or smooth.