Artists learn to see lines in nature.  They look for lines and shapes in trees, leaves and other things.

There are many kinds of lines...
( All pictures by Ishtar except for pictures in motion.  Click for enlargement)

There are many kinds of shapes...

Many artists draw lines to suggest shapes, textures, details and shadows.

Lines in motion...

Lines and shapes remind people of many things.  Artists say that lines and shapes can send messages to people.  Curved lines and shapes send us a message about graceful motions.  Straight lines and shapes send us a message about strong motions.  What feelings do you feel looking at these two similar pictures?