SUMMARY
In this lesson you learned:

• The definition of formal, also called visual, elements.
• The definition of point, line and shape.
• The definition of contour lines and directional lines.
• Contour lines in paintings can vary in their characteristics and function.
• Directional lines can lead your eyes around a painting.
• Shapes in a painting are often based on basic geometric shapes. These shapes are arranged by an artist to make the painting effective.