*shape/form *texture/pattern & scale - technical design i · aspects of line path width...
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*Space *Light
*Line *Color
*Shape/Form *Texture/Pattern
& Scale
An elongated mark connecting two points or defining the edge of a shape.
Line
Aspects of Line
Path
Width
Continuity
Sharpness
Contour
Consistency
Length
Direction
Within each aspect are numerous variations, conveying its own psychological and physical effects.
Aspects of Line
PATH
Straight
Curved Straight Variations
(zigzag)
Path
PHYSICAL EFFECTS
Straight: emphasizes angularity, tends to conceal body
Straight Variations(zigzag):
Curved: Emphasizes Roundness
PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS
Straight: stiffness, directness, tension, stubbornness, masculinity, self-assurance, austerity
Straight Variations: sharpness, abruptness, instability, nervousness, excitement
Curved: Flexibility, grace, femininity, fluidity, ease, subtlety, youth
Aspects of Line
Width
THIN THICK
Width
Physical Effects
Thick: Adds weight
Thin: Minimizes weight
Psychological Effects
Thick: forcefulness, self-assurance, aggressiveness, masculinity
Thin: Delicateness, daintiness, gentleness, serenity, passivity, subtlety
Aspects of Line
Continuity
Broken Unbroken
Continuity
Physical Effects
Unbroken: Smoothness, emphasizes bumps and curves
Broken: Emphasizes irregularities
Psychological Effects
Unbroken: Constancy, elegance, smoothness, grace
Broken: Less rigidity, playfulness, informality, casualness, busyness
Aspects of Line
Sharpness
Fuzzy Sharp
Sharpness
Physical Effects
Sharp: Emphasizes contours it follows
Fuzzy: Softens contour, gently increases area, reduces definition of edge or shape
Psychological Effects
Sharp: Assertiveness, boldness, precision, hardness
Fuzzy: Softness, indecisiveness, femininity, gentleness, ease
Aspects of Line
Contour
Shaped Smooth
Contour
Physical Effects:
Smooth: Reinforces smoothness or accents shapes
Shaped: Effect varies depending on elements of shape
Psychological Effects Smooth:
Straightforwardness, simplicity, boldness, assertiveness, hardness, definitive precision
Shaped: Complexity, informality, deviousness
Consistency
Consistency
Porous Solid
Consistency
Physical Effects:
Solid: Advances boldly
Porous: Does not advance may recede
Psychological Effects:
Solid: Smoothness, self-assurance, strength
Porous: Openness, delicacy, weakness refinement, uncertainty
Length
Length
Short Long
Length
Physical Effects:
Long: Emphasizes its direction, smoothes and elongates
Short: Breaks up spaces
Psychological Effects
Long: Evaluation relative to figure, stress on continuity, grace
Short: Possibly busyness, agitation
Direction
Direction
Horizontal
Diagonal Vertical
Direction
Physical Effects:
Vertical: Lengthens, narrows
Horizontal: Shortens, widens
Diagonal:
near vertical = lengthens, near horizontal = widens
45 effect = influenced by other factors
Psychological Effects:
Vertical: Dignity, strength, poise, elegance, superiority, grandness, alertness, austerity
Horizontal: Tranquility, repose, calmness, serenity, passiveness
Diagonal: Dramatic, vivacious, unsettled, active, unstable, dynamic
Line in Composition
Line Can Simulate 3D & Texture
Line in Architecture
Line in Clothing
Line in Light
Scenic Design
Lighting Design
Costume Design
Line in Composition