Lesson 7: Elements of Arts

• Common Elements of Visual Arts

  1. Line
  2. Shape
  3. Texture
  4. Form
  5. Space
  6. Color
  7. Value
• Is a basic element of art, referring to a continuous mark, made on a surface, by a moving point.

  Line
• Associated with calm and rest.

  Horizontal Lines
• Express an impression of dignity.

  Vertical Lines
• Allude softness, grace, flexibility.

  Curved Lines
• Suggests action, life, and movement.

  Diagonal Lines
• True or False: Lines can be implied, shapes can be implied.

  True
• Is the visual element that has the strongest effects on our emotions. It is the element we use to create the mood or atmosphere of an artwork.

  Colors
• Type of Lines:

  • Horizontal Lines
  • Vertical Lines
  • Diagonal Lines
  • Curved Lines
• Color as:

  • Color as Light
  • Color as Tone
  • Color as Form
  • Color as Pattern
  • Color as Harmony
  • Color as Contrast
  • Color as Movement
  • Color as Mood