Points & Lines

POINTS

1. The cane-back chair has several points on it and these points 

2. The implied point in this light fixture provides a sense of depth.

3. The candle holder has three points and depth is clear here.

1. The points in a stoplight are to draw the viewers attention.
2. The street light has the vertical line that draws the eye to the point.

LINES

Vertical Lines

1. The vertical lines in the rocking chair represent a sense of power.
2. The vertical lines in the trees show movement, the eye is drawn to the tree tops.
3. The vertical lines in the building show both power and movement.

Horizontal Lines

1. The shutter lines create a calming feeling.
2. the siding is both calming and stable.
3. The wood floor is clearly placed horizontally to provide a calming effect.

Diagonal Lines

1. You can always fine a dynamic diagonal line near a stair case.
2. The crossed diagonal lines show a dynamic edge to a simple mirror.
3. The diagonal lines here give a definite dynamic support for items.

Curved/Organic Lines

1. The wrought iron curved lines absolutely show movement.
2. The extremely organic lines on the pillow show a unique movement.
3. The curved lines on the wine rack have the eye going up and down with movement

Structural Lines

1. This bar stool serves to support individuals - it has a function.
2. The diagonal lines here provide support for the umbrella.
3. The horizontal and vertical lines of the railroad track serve a certain function - train travel

Implied Lines

1. The line of bushes suggest a line.
2. The logs set next to each other make a line.
3. The desks and chairs put together create an implied line.

--dm