Elements of Design Line Space Form Texture Color

Elements of Design Line Space Form Texture Color

Line appears within an object and moves your eyes up and down or across an object. Functions of Line Delineates space, outlines form, conveys a sense of movement or direction n Define space: lines to mark edges of wall, floor, ceiling n Movement: depends on type of line n

Effects & Feelings Created by Lines n Straight Lines: strong, dignified & steady Two Types of Straight Lines n Horizontal n Vertical Lines: Wider or Longer, increased width, rest, cut a room in half increased height, strength, taller

Effects & Feelings Created by Lines n Diagonal/zigza g: n Curved n Too action, energy, excitement, & motion lines: softer, graceful, natural, less formal, & adds interest many lines: tiredness, confusion

Review the effects of lines 1. increased width, rest. Horizontal 2. excitement, motion Diagonal 3. gracefulness, natural. Curved Vertical 4. increased height, strength, action Straight 5. strong, dignified & steady

Pass Out Line Assignment n n n Draw some type of design using black ink, markers, pencils, or crayons. (Be Creative) Must use all four types of line (vertical, horizontal, diagonal & curved) 10 pt deduction for each type not illustrated Must use at least 5 different thicknesses of lines. 10 pt deduction for each size of lines not illustrated. A ruler will be helpful with this assignment. Make it neat. Your work will be displayed Show example

Space Three dimensional expanse that a designer is working with n The area around or between objects within that expanse n ¨ Positive Space – Space taken up by an object. ¨ Negative Space – Space around an object. n Convey feelings ¨ Large & Open: luxury, freedom ¨ Too much: lonely, uncomfortable ¨ Too small: crowded or snug/secure

Large & Open: luxury, freedom Too much: lonely, uncomfortable

Too small: crowded or snug/secure

Arranging Space Two Choices: fill or leave open n To make small area seem larger: as much open as possible ¨ Limit number of furnishings ¨ Choose small, plain designs ¨ Avoid patterns ¨ Choose mirrors and dual use items n ¨ keep To make large area seem smaller: ¨ Divide room with dividers or furniture ¨ Use area rugs ¨ Use larger furniture n Remember, how do you want people to feel in your room?

Space Activity n n n n Cut a large shape from the half sheet of paper provided by the teacher. Throw away all scraps. Cut the shape into AT LEAST NINE or more pieces—BE SURE NOT TO LOSE ANY PIECES FROM THE ORIGINAL SHAPE. Re-form the pieces into the original shape on the second sheet of paper provided by the teacher—kind of like putting a puzzle together. Expand the shape by gradually sliding the pieces apart. Experiment with different amounts of negative space between the pieces. After deciding upon the most pleasing arrangement, glue the pieces to the sheet of contrasting paper. Answer the following question: How is the new design more interesting than the original shape?

Shape The outline or form of solid objects. Attractive designs use shape effectively. n Makes objects appear heavy or light. n Too many different shapes Uncomfortable Same shape repeatedly Boring Large, heavy sofa Stability

Form – describes shape and structure of solid n n objects Ways to achieve effects ¨ Large, heavy objects or small objects placed together = stability ¨ Top heavy or something that tips easily = instability Weight ¨ Apparent weight: how heavy does it seem? Color, texture, size, etc. ¨ Small heavy object = larger, lighter object

Shape and Form Activity You have 1 minute to draw any shape you like. n Now, imagine how that shape could look if it were three dimensional. n You have 4 minutes to create that shape out of your clay. n Show me n

Texture The way something looks or feels. Three Types of Texture Visual texture: appearance n Tactile texture: feel of surface n Audible texture: sound of a surface n It can also affect color.

Texture adds Variety & Interest n Light affects the appearance of texture ¨ Shiny textures reflect more light ad appear brighter. ¨ Rough textures reflect little light thus they appear darker.

n n Formal Textures n Informal Textures ¨ Shiny ¨ Rough ¨ Refined ¨ Heavily ¨ Smooth walls Formal Interior n textured Informal Interior

Texture affects the size Heavily textured walls will make a room appear smaller. n Little to no textured walls make a room appear larger. n

Other Affect of Texture Everything we touch evokes a physical response (hard, soft, rough, smooth, etc…. ) n Texture affect sound qualities. n Texture affect the care and upkeep of an object. n Texture is a source of beauty and character. n

Plush Rugs & Soft Fabric Comfort & Luxury Nubby & Rough Casual & Relaxed Smooth & Hard Clean & Modern Bulky Adds Size & Warmth Sheer Softness Shiny Emphasis & Excitement

Harmonious Design in which every item fits well with the others n Homes n Furniture n Is the form right for its intended function? n Does it add to the stability of the room or detract from it? n Does it blend well with the other forms of the room? n

Texture Rub You have 8 minutes to complete this activity. n You need a minimum of 10 textures. n

Color Most significant element n Sets mood n Creates individuality n You already know this! n

Daily Assignment n Using any available resources, create a ball gown that displays the elements of design. Be creative and make it look pretty. Label the elements of design that you use on your gown. You will be graded on neatness and including all elements.