The elements of art: line

Art and design

Pupils will develop an understanding of the basic elements of art and learn how artists use these elements in different ways in their work. In the unit, pupils will answer questions as they look at the elements through a variety of processes to identify  how they are used in different art forms.

The elements of art

emotion and expression and the overall impact of the artwork

Which of the following are affected by line?

the different lines, dots, marks, patterns and textures in art

Match the terms to the correct description.

It makes the art look colourful and vibrant.

It expresses emotion, overall impact and leads the eye around the artwork.

It can add texture, mark-making and different line weights for effect.

It gives definition and encloses or separates visual elements.

It is a starting point for a contour drawing or an outline plan.

the perceived weight of a line including how thick or thin the lines are

if the lines use mark-making and contours

weight of line to create interesting visual effects.

the outer lines and main shapes of a subject.

The lines in this image are examples of ...

it creates different line qualities and thicknesses for visual variation.

it can add definition, contrast, variety and be expressive.

Line weight is important in an artwork because ...

Fill in the missing gap: {{ }}-making is the different lines, dots, marks, patterns and textures we create in an artwork.

Different types of line can be created and applied in ...

When lines are used in cross-hatching the closeness and density of the lines can affect the ...

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