complete without the creative utilization of essential elements. ELEMENTS OF ARTS Form and Shape - pertains to the external appearance of a clearly define area. Texture - pertains to the surface characteristics including the smoothness and coarseness of an artwork. ELEMENTS OF ARTS Volume – refers to the solidity of an object which determines the thickness, length , and height. Perspective – relates to the spatial relationship of objects as well as the position of object in space. ELEMENTS OF ARTS Space – best represented in two- dimensional surface such as in painting and drawing Positive space – a space filled with images, figures, and colors Negative space – pertains to a space which is perceived vacant. ELEMENTS OF ARTS Line – this is considered as a highly universal and primitive means of creating visual arts. Straight lines – suggest steadiness and force Curve line – convey flexibility , energy , and grace TYPES OF STRAIGHT LINES Vertical – connotes poise, strength, and dignity Horizontal – suggest serenity, peace , width , quietude Diagonal – conveys action and movement Broken – implies confusion, tension , and disturbance TYPES OF CURVE LINES Helical or spiral – winding round in a continuous curve up or down a center pole Scroll – a curve line that follows “S” form Convex - curved or rounded like the exterior of a sphere. Convex – hollowed or rounded inward as percieved in the inside part of bowl ELEMENTS OF ARTS Color – this is the most important and most noticeable elements of visual art. Primary color – red, yellow, blue , green , and violet Intermediate color – yellow red, yellow green , blue green, blue violet , and red violet