1. Line
Creating a Work of Art

2. Element: 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

3. Line Continued All lines have dimension
Dimension: the amount of space an object takes up in one direction. (example: length is a dimension).

4. Outline
Outline:
A line that shows or creates the outer edges of a shape is an outline
Resource: About.com

5. Implied Line
Series of points that the viewer’s eyes automatically connect.
Only suggested – not real lines

6. Contour Line
Defines the edges and surface ridges of an object

7. Calligraphic Line Calligraphy: “beautiful handwriting”
Characterized by variations of line width from thin to thick
Has the power of a simple line used to convey a complex feeling or meaning
Expressive in nature

8. Examples:
Calligraphic line can refer to line used in calligraphy or in drawing

9. Principle: Variation 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…

10. Thumbnail Sketches
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.

11. Example Thumbnail Sketches

12. Art 1: Assignment
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!

13. Examples

18. Non-example

20. Good Example

22. Art I: Grading Criteria
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

23. Abstract Line Drawing
Art 2: Assignment

24. Create an 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

25. Art II: Grading Criteria
Craftsmanship: 10pts
Use of line: 20pts
Variation: 20 pts
Composition (use of space): 15pts
Technical skill: 15pts
Unity: 10pts
Participation: 10pts
Total: 100 pts

26. Examples of abstract line variation

27. Deviantart.com

30. Pick a Theme
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.

31. Art 2: Assignment 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.