Art Terms
Organic Shape
A free-form shape that is irregular and uneven, such as the shape of a cloud.
Organic form
A free-form which has irregular and uneven edges and is often found in nature such as an animal
Shape
A two dimensional area created by connecting actual or implied lines.
Zig-zag lines
Diagonal lines that connect at points.
Geometric form
Forms such as the sphere, cube, and pyramid or man-made objects that are based on such.
Curved lines
Lines that change direction gradually to form curves, spirals, and circles.
Vertical lines
Lines that move straight up and down and are perpendicular to the horizon.
Geometric Shapes
Precise, mathematical shapes such as the circle, square, and triangle.
Gesture line
Quick, rough line that captures shape, form, and movement.
Negative space
The empty space around and between forms or shapes in an artwork.
Positive Space
The space that a form or shape occupies in an artwork.
Color
The visual quality of objects caused by the amount of light they reflect or absorb
Visual texture
The was a surface appears to feel through the sense of vision.
