Definition: A line is a mark connecting two points. How we get from point A to point B gives the line its distinctive character and appearance. Lines can be long or short, straight or curved. Lines can be horizontal, vertical, or diagonal. Lines can be solid, dashed, thick, thin, or of variable width. The endings of lines can be ragged, blunt, or curved.
As an element of design, lines can stand alone or be part of another graphic element. They are one of the building blocks of graphic design.
Use lines to:
- organize
- texturize
- guide the eye
- provide movement
- make a statement
- convey universal meanings
Examples:
Used alone, lines can be rules, downrules, or leaders used to separate, organize, emphasize, or provide a framework for the page. Alone or as part of a another graphic element, lines can create patterns, set a mood, provide visual texture, create movement, and define shapes.
