Shape and Form
Shape and form define objects in space. Shapes have two dimensions—height and width—and are usually defined by lines. Forms exist in three dimensions, with height, width, and depth. Examples: Shape has only height and width. Shape is usually, though not always, defined by line, which can provide its contour. Form has depth as well as width and height. Three-dimensional form is the basis of sculpture, furniture, and decorative arts. Three-dimensional forms can be seen from more than one side. Geometric shapes and forms include mathematical, named shapes such as squares, rectangles, circles, cubes, spheres, and cones. Geometric shapes and forms are often man-made. However, many natural forms also have geometric shapes. Organic shapes and forms are typically irregular or asymmetrical. Organic shapes are often found in nature, but man-made shapes can also imitate organic forms. Repeated shapes and forms also create patterns. |
Texture
The surface quality of an object that we sense through touch. All objects have a physical texture. Artists can also convey texture visually in two dimensions. In a two-dimensional work of art, texture gives a visual sense of how an object depicted would feel in real life if touched: hard, soft, rough, smooth, hairy, leathery, sharp, etc. In three-dimensional works, artists use actual texture to add a tactile quality to the work. Examples:
Texture depicted in two-dimensions Artists can use color, line, shape, and shading to imply textures.
The surface quality of an object that we sense through touch. All objects have a physical texture. Artists can also convey texture visually in two dimensions. In a two-dimensional work of art, texture gives a visual sense of how an object depicted would feel in real life if touched: hard, soft, rough, smooth, hairy, leathery, sharp, etc. In three-dimensional works, artists use actual texture to add a tactile quality to the work. Examples:
Texture depicted in two-dimensions Artists can use color, line, shape, and shading to imply textures.
Space
Real space is three-dimensional. Space in a work of art refers to a feeling of depth or three dimensions. It can also refer to the artist’s use of the area within the picture plane. The area around the primary objects in a work of art is known as negative space, while the space occupied by the primary objects is known as positive space. Examples:
Positive and negative space The relationship of positive to negative space can greatly affect the impact of a work of art.
Three-dimensional space The perfect illusion of three-dimensional space in a two-dimensional work of art is something that many artists try to achieve. The illusion of space is achieved through perspective drawing techniques and shading.
Tips in creating space, Include :
Background
Middleground
Foreground
*Use overlap, details, and value
Real space is three-dimensional. Space in a work of art refers to a feeling of depth or three dimensions. It can also refer to the artist’s use of the area within the picture plane. The area around the primary objects in a work of art is known as negative space, while the space occupied by the primary objects is known as positive space. Examples:
Positive and negative space The relationship of positive to negative space can greatly affect the impact of a work of art.
Three-dimensional space The perfect illusion of three-dimensional space in a two-dimensional work of art is something that many artists try to achieve. The illusion of space is achieved through perspective drawing techniques and shading.
Tips in creating space, Include :
Background
Middleground
Foreground
*Use overlap, details, and value
Color
The wavelengths of light reflected off objects. Color has three main characteristics: hue (red, green, blue, etc.), value (how light or dark it is), and intensity (how bright or dull it is). Colors can be described as warm (red, yellow) or cool (blue, gray), depending on which end of the color spectrum they fall. Examples:
Value describes the brightness of color. Artists use color value to create different moods. Dark colors in a composition suggest a lack of light, as in a night or interior scene. Dark colors can often convey a sense of mystery. Light colors often describe a light source or light reflected within the composition.
Intensity describes the purity or strength of a color. Bright colors are undiluted and are often associated with positive energy and heightened emotions. Dull colors have been diluted by mixing with other colors and create a sedate or serious mood.
There are Primary Colors: Red, Yellow, and Blue… These colors cannot be mixed or made from other colors.
Secondary Colors: Orange, Green, and Violet are colors that can be made by mixing two primary colors together.
When mixing a primary and a secondary color together you create Intermediate Colors: Red orange, Yellow orange, Yellow green, Blue Green, Blue violet, Red violet. (Note the arrangement of words, the Primary color always comes first.)
What is your favorite color?
Mine is indigo… it reminds me of the sky early in the morning.
The wavelengths of light reflected off objects. Color has three main characteristics: hue (red, green, blue, etc.), value (how light or dark it is), and intensity (how bright or dull it is). Colors can be described as warm (red, yellow) or cool (blue, gray), depending on which end of the color spectrum they fall. Examples:
Value describes the brightness of color. Artists use color value to create different moods. Dark colors in a composition suggest a lack of light, as in a night or interior scene. Dark colors can often convey a sense of mystery. Light colors often describe a light source or light reflected within the composition.
Intensity describes the purity or strength of a color. Bright colors are undiluted and are often associated with positive energy and heightened emotions. Dull colors have been diluted by mixing with other colors and create a sedate or serious mood.
There are Primary Colors: Red, Yellow, and Blue… These colors cannot be mixed or made from other colors.
Secondary Colors: Orange, Green, and Violet are colors that can be made by mixing two primary colors together.
When mixing a primary and a secondary color together you create Intermediate Colors: Red orange, Yellow orange, Yellow green, Blue Green, Blue violet, Red violet. (Note the arrangement of words, the Primary color always comes first.)
What is your favorite color?
Mine is indigo… it reminds me of the sky early in the morning.