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Line
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Line
Any mark connecting two points
Building blocks of design
Most basic form of visual communication!
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Alphabet
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Blueprints
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Maps
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Directions
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Information
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Unlimited Variations
Each variation conveys its own mood, feeling, or direction
Every line has length, thickness, and direction
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In graphic design, lines are used to...
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Communicate a feelingHorizontal Lines
Vertical Lines
Diagonal Lines
Curved Lines
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Horizontal Lines
Generally create calming or relaxing mood
Figures parallel to ground (horizon) are at rest
Stability
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Vertical Lines
Simulate height
Create mood of spirituality or grandeur
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Diagonal Lines
Create sense of movement and direction
Create sense of speed: the steeper, the faster
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Curved Lines
Associated with nature (organic shapes)
Create sense of familiarity, comfort, and relaxation
Easy on eyes and easy to follow
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Describe ShapesHelp us recognize familiar objects without displaying actual qualities of the object
Way to represent the 3D world
SAUL STEINBERG
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Contour Lines
Used to make up forms and figures in a drawing
Outlines
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Create emphasis
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Separate Content
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Direct the viewer’s eyes
Implied Lines
Psychic Liens
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Implied Line
“Imaginary” line your mind instantly creates by connecting dots or elements together
(Dotted line) - - - - - - -
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More implied lines..
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More implied lines...
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Psychic Line
An invisible line from one element to another followed by our eyes and created in our minds
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More psychic Lines
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More psychic lines
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Understanding lines...• Can help you communicate a
certain feeling or idea in your work and give you more control over the effect your work will have on yours or your clients target audience.
• Can help you send out a desired message more effectively through your work, that will be more appealing to your target audience.
• Understanding lines can help you to create more effective layouts for your design projects
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