TEXTURE
Texture is the surface quality of a shape – rough, smooth, soft hard glossy etc. Texture can be physical (tactile) or visual.
COLOUR
Also called Hue
SIZE
Size is simply the relationship of the area occupied by one shape to that of another.
SHAPE
A shape is a self contained defined area of geometric or organic form. A positive shape in a painting automatically creates a negative shape.
LINE
Line can be considered in two ways. The linear marks made with a pen or brush or the edge created when two shapes meet.
DIRECTION
All lines have direction – Horizontal, Vertical or Oblique. Horizontal suggests calmness, stability and tranquillity. Vertical gives a feeling of balance, formality and alertness. Oblique suggests movement and action
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