Line as Emotion (3)

There are many types of line in art that convey different types of emotion



In this picture, the jagged lines are sharp creating an angry feel to the line. The wavy lines are loose and free creating a relaxed feel. The bold line on the far left creates a sense of strength while the thin line beside it creates a sense of weakness beside the bold line.


In this Van Gogh, the lines are loose and wavy creating a relaxed feel to the whole composition.


In this Japanese print, the lines of the waves are sharp and rigid, making the emotion of the composition tense. The sharp points of the boats and the points of the foam are sharp and evoke a menacing emotion to the viewer.