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# Art Appreciation ## The Elements of Visual Arts ### Line * Line is a mark on a surface that describes a shape or outline. It can create texture and can be thick and thin. Types of line can include actual, implied, vertical, horizontal, diagonal, and contour line. ### Line * Is an important ele...

# Art Appreciation ## The Elements of Visual Arts ### Line * Line is a mark on a surface that describes a shape or outline. It can create texture and can be thick and thin. Types of line can include actual, implied, vertical, horizontal, diagonal, and contour line. ### Line * Is an important element at the disposal of every artist. * Always has direction, always moving. * As used in any work of art, may either be straight or curved. * Lines are the first element of art and are continuous marks that are made on any surface with a moving point. * Lines can be used in various ways to create different compositions. * A line can be used to express various things or feelings; it can be used to show various moods or anything abstract. ### Vertical Lines * Vertical lines are poised for action. They are poised, balanced, forceful, and dynamic. They express an impression of dignity. ### Horizontal Lines * Horizontal lines are lines of repose and serenity. They express ideas of calmness and quiescence.