13. Diagonal Lines
Create sense of
movement and
direction
Create sense of speed:
the steeper, the faster
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14. 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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15. Describe Shapes
Help us recognize
familiar objects without
displaying actual
qualities of the object
Way to represent the
3D world
SAUL STEINBERG
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16. Contour Lines
Used to make up
forms and figures in a
drawing
Outlines
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19. Direct the viewer’s eyes
Implied Lines
Psychic Liens
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20. Implied Line
“Imaginary” line your
mind instantly creates by
connecting dots or
elements together
(Dotted line) - - - - - - -
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26. 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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