Line and Form (1900)

· 1915

Origin and Function of Outline--Silhouette--Definition of Boundaries by--Power of Characterization by--Formation of Letters--Methods of Drawing in Line--The Progressive Method--The Calligraphic Method--The Tentative Method--The Japanese Direct Brush Method--The Oval Method-- The Rectangular Method--Quality of Line--Linear Expression of Movement--Textures--Emotion--Scale of Linear Expression 1 The Language of Line--Dialects--Comparison of the Style of Various Artists in Line--Scale of Degrees in Line--Picture Writing--Relation of Line to Form--Two Paths--The Graphic Purpose--Aspect--The Ornamental Purpose--Typical Treatment or Convention--Rhythm--Linear Plans in Pattern Designing--Wall-paper…

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