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LINE
The 1st Element of Design
What is a line?
A line is a mark made through space from one point to another
What is a line?
Lines can be made up of a variety of tools. They can be straight, curved, dashed, soild, thick, thin, and found in countless other forms,
Applying different line types
Applying different lines
Different application of lines can be used to create different kinds of drawings.
Some of these different methods include these types of lines.
- Structural
- Outline
- Contour
- Gesture
- Sketch
Structural Lines
Structural Lines
The application of these lines are used during the sketching process of a drawing to give the artist a structured base to create a complete drawing. This method of line application helps establish proper distribution of weight and perspective so that the final drawing looks proportionate.
Contour Lines
Contour Lines
These lines are used to show the curvature of an object that is drawn. This is an alternative to showing value (shading) to give the illusion of space in a drawing.
Gesture Lines
Gesture Lines
Gesture lines are used to draw the general shape of an object. Unlike structured lines, these lines do not have to be used to create proportion in objects drawn, but can be used as a step before using structure lines. A gesture line drawing (often just called gesture drawings) are created with a loose, and quick hand.
The project (part 1)
The Project
Students are to choose an approved reference image, and create 4 drawings using these line drawing methods
- Sketch
- Gesture
- Structure
- Contour
Part 2
Recreate the contour line drawing and one other drawing at a larger scale while also applying color. These must be complete drawings.
- Activate all the space on the paper
- Distribute colored pencil with good craftsmanship
Rubric
Rubric
PART 1
- 4 complete drawings (25 pts each)
- sketch
- gesture
- contour
- structure
Drawings must be complete and well crafted.
PART 2
- Final drawings
- made up of your contour lines and one other
- successfully uses line application
- incorporate color
- fill the paper
- Craftsmanship
Each category equals 25% of the grade.
Sketchbook assignment
Create a drawing using only straight lines.
Remember, sketchbooks are due on Friday.