Line

Definition: The path traced by the point of a tool, instrument, or medium as it moves across an area. A line is visible when it contrasts in value with its surroundings. Three-dimensional lines may be made using string, wire, tubes, solid rods, and the like. (Art Fundamentals. Ocvirk, et al, 2006)

Calligraphic Line:

Contour/Cross-Contour:

Hatching/Cross-Hatching:

Implied Line:

Lines can have length, width, direction and texture:

Lines may be used in patterns (hatching, cross-hatching, contour, cross-contour…):

Lines may be created with fabric in the following ways:

Draw what you consider to be a curvilinear line:

Draw what you consider to be a zig-zag line:

Draw a combination of curvilinear and zig-zag lines:

Draw a set of relaxing lines (emotional quality of lines):

Draw a set of high-agitated lines (emotional quality of lines):

Art Quilt Association – Design Boot Camp 2006/7 – Deborah Snider, Drill Sergeant –