1. Objective 3.01: Apply the Elements of Design

2. Elements of Design
Line
Form
Space
Mass
Texture
Color

3. Most basic element of design. Line establishes direction.

4. Horizontal Lines
Communicates feelings of relaxation, calmness, and restfulness. Think of:
Sunsets - end of a day or time of rest.
Waves in the ocean which are relaxing.
You sleep in a HORIZONTAL position.
Found in fireplace mantels, bookcases, long sofas, …..

5. Horizontal Line
Restful

6. Horizontal Line

7. Horizontal Line

8. Vertical Lines Cause your eye to move up and down
Suggests height, strength,dignity, and stability
Found in columns, grandfather clocks, tall mirrors, armoires…..

9. Vertical Line
Ready to Move

10. Vertical Line

11. Vertical Line

12. Vertical Line

13. Diagonal Lines
Communicate different levels of activity depending on the degree of the angle and total number of angles.
Think of a lightning bolt.
Found in roof lines, cathedral ceilings, staircases, lampshades, fabrics, paintings….

14. Diagonal Line
Exciting

15. Diagonal Line

16. Diagonal Lines

17. Diagonal Lines

18. Diagonal Line

19. Curved Lines
Curved lines communicate organization, eternity, uniformity, softness and openness.
Think of circles, oval, or freeform shapes.
Found in sinks, tubs, dishes, mirrors, pottery….

20. Curved Line
Calming

21. Curves

22. Curved Lines

23. Curved Line

24. Curved Line

25. Curved Line

26. Curved Line

27. Curved Line

28. LINE IN DESIGN – WHAT DO YOU SEE?

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