Elements of Design
Line
Line can be considered in two ways. The linear marks made with a pen or brush or the edge created when two shapes meet. [Description Link]
Line can be considered in two ways. The linear marks made with a pen or brush or the edge created when two shapes meet. [Description Link]
Shape
A shape is a self contained defined area of geometric or organic form. A positive shape in a painting automatically creates a negative shape. [Description Link]
A shape is a self contained defined area of geometric or organic form. A positive shape in a painting automatically creates a negative shape. [Description Link]
Direction
All lines have direction - Horizontal, Vertical or Oblique. Horizontal suggests calmness, stability and tranquility. Vertical gives a feeling of balance, formality and alertness. Oblique suggests movement and action. [Description Link]
All lines have direction - Horizontal, Vertical or Oblique. Horizontal suggests calmness, stability and tranquility. Vertical gives a feeling of balance, formality and alertness. Oblique suggests movement and action. [Description Link]
Size
Size is simply the relationship of the area occupied by one shape to that of another. [Description Link]
Size is simply the relationship of the area occupied by one shape to that of another. [Description Link]