Line

Refers to the continuous mark made on a surface by a moving point.

For your first project, we will focus on the following types of lines: Outline Expressive Implied Contour Calligraphic

All lines have dimensionDimension: the amount of space

an object takes up in one direction. (example: length is a dimension).

Outline: A line that shows or creates the outer

edges of a shape is an outline

Resource: About.com

Series of points that the viewer’s eyes automatically connect.

Only suggested – not real lines

Defines the edges and surface ridges of an object

Calligraphy: “beautiful handwriting”Characterized by variations of line

width from thin to thickHas the power of a simple line used

to convey a complex feeling or meaning

Expressive in nature

Calligraphic line can refer to line used in calligraphy or in drawing

Create variety in the types of lines you use. Lines can change

thickness throughout Lines can be straight,

curved, zigzag, wavy, etc.

You will want to use variety in your artwork. Make lines that start

thick, thin out, break up, and begin again!

The thicker the line, the darker the value…

Thumbnail Sketches are Shorthand Notes for Artists: Thumbnail sketches are quick, abbreviated drawings. Usually, they are done very rapidly and with no corrections - you can use any medium, though pen or pencil is the most common. Thumbnails sketches are usually very small…

Thumbnails can be Colored:Thumbnail sketches are a great way to plan color schemes.

Once you've done your thumbnail sketch, you might want to make some notes alongside it.

Homework: Create 3 thumbnail sketches in your sketchbook that show a composition of Five hands each. Do all 3 on 1 page.

Note: each drawing of your hand should be in a different position/pose.

Is there a storyline? A theme? Due at the end of next class. Show line variation: lines should be thick,

thin, medium, broken and change direction!

Non-example

Good Example

Craftsmanship: 10pts Use of line: 20pts Variation: 20 pts Composition (use of space): 15pts Technical skill/accuracy of hands:

15pts Unity: 10pts Participation: 10pts

Total: 100 pts

Abstract Line Drawing

Create an abstract line drawing using a variety of lines

Use line that: Changes direction Changes thickness Implies edges Create pattern or texture

Craftsmanship: 10ptsUse of line: 20ptsVariation: 20 ptsComposition (use of space): 15ptsTechnical skill: 15ptsUnity: 10ptsParticipation: 10pts

Total: 100 pts

Your abstract drawing can be inspired by an object, objects or textures.

Example: can you see the dragon(s) on the previous drawing?

You may choose to be inspired by technology, animals, plant textures, etc. Use a theme to help you get started!!

Locate some resources of those line textures to give you a visual for ideas.

Demonstration of line – balance lights and darks Create 3 thumbnail sketches of different

compositions of line variation. Try different themes or different layouts or both! 3 Thumbnail sketches will be due at the end of

next class. Reminder: These are quick sketches!! You do not need

a lot of detail!!! Use the books in the classroom for inspiration!! Start with outlines and then add a little detail here and

there for examples in your thumbnails.