Line is an element of art that is used to define shape, contours,and outlines, also to suggest mass and volume.It may be a continuous mark made on a surface with a pointed tool or implied by the edges of shapes and forms. It can vary in width, direction, and length.
Types of Line:

Outlines - Lines made by the edge of an object or its silhouette.

Contour Lines- Lines that describe the shape of an object and the interior detail.

Gesture Lines- Lines that are energetic and catches the movement and gestures of an active figure.

Sketch Lines- Lines that capture the appearance of an object or impression of a place.

Calligraphic Lines- Greek word meaning “beautiful writing.” Precise, elegant handwriting or lettering done by hand. Also artwork that has flowing lines like an elegant handwriting.

Implied Line- Lines that are not actually drawn but created by a group of objects seen from a distance. The direction an object is pointing, or the direction a person is looking at. Footprints in the sand create another type of implied line.

Horizontal and Vertical Lines - these lines are static and add stability to an image

Diagonal, or Zig-Zag Lines- add instability and make an image more dynamic.

Cross Hatching Lines- layered lines to create value

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