THE SHAPE

In art, a shape is defined as a two-dimensional area that stands out due to its defined or implied boundaries.

When drawing and painting with Shapes, they can interact with other elements like line, colour, and texture to create depth, structure, and a sense of place within a composition. For instance, overlapping shapes can create a sense of space, while varying sizes of shapes can suggest proximity and distance. Artists often employ techniques such as layering and juxtaposition to enhance the impact of shapes in their work.

It’s important to distinguish the difference between shape and form.

While both elements define objects in space, shapes are two-dimensional (height and width), and forms are three-dimensional (height, width, and depth).

This means shapes are flat and limited to a surface, and forms have volume and can be perceived from multiple angles.