1. Lines
TSW analyze types of lines used in various works of art to help students understand how artists use line to convey movement and mood

2. as “ingredients” in a recipe.
Think of the elements
as “ingredients” in a recipe.

3. If this painting could move, would it move quickly or slowly?
Is there something about the lines that make you think so?
Frank Stella
Jarama II, 1982
Mixed media on etched magnesium
National Gallery of Art

4. Artist Frank Stella
In Jarama II, Stella used winding, curving strips of metal painted in bright, dynamic colors to forcefully carry the motion and excitement of racing.
TSW analyze types of lines used in various works of art to help students understand how artists use line to convey movement and mood

5. Line Line is a mark made using a drawing tool or brush
Many types of lines
Some lines are invisible (arrangement)
Basic tool for artists
Express different things
Thick or thin
Horizontal
Vertical
Curved
Curly
Spiral
Zigzag
Diagonal
TSW analyze types of lines used in various works of art to help students understand how artists use line to convey movement and mood

6. Let’s Explore Line in Art
TSW analyze types of lines used in various works of art to help students understand how artists use line to convey movement and mood

7. Let’s Create Basic Line Types
Handout
TSW analyze types of lines used in various works of art to help students understand how artists use line to convey movement and mood

8. Extension
Think of an activity you enjoy watching or participating in (sport, dancing, climbing, biking, jumping rope, etc.)
List 3-5 adjectives that describe the activity and feelings you have when doing or viewing this activity
Write next to each adjective what type of line and color would reflect this activity/adjective
Create an abstract line art piece that evokes the feelings of your chosen activity
You may choose markers, crayons, pencils, pens, or color pencils
Which best represents your activity?
TSW analyze types of lines used in various works of art to help students understand how artists use line to convey movement and mood

9. How do lines convey movement or mood in artwork?
TSW analyze types of lines used in various works of art to help students understand how artists use line to convey movement and mood
How do lines convey movement or mood in artwork?
Can you give examples from the artwork we discussed today or from your work?