line art
"Line art" is a fundamental drawing technique emphasizing the use of distinct lines without shading or color variation.
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Definition
B2Art and Design
(general)A drawing style that uses clear, distinct lines without shading or color gradients to depict shapes and forms.
Example
- The artist's line art beautifully captures the simplicity of the subject.
- Line art is often used in coloring books because of its clear outlines.
B2Graphic Design
(technical)Artwork composed primarily of lines, often used for illustrations, technical drawings, and comics, usually without color or tonal variation.
Example
- In graphic design, line art can be used to create clean and precise illustrations.
- Technical manuals often use line art to clearly show the components of a device.
Similar
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