Horizontal and vertical lines are very important in rectangular pictures, as they unite the composition to its boundary lines by their parallel relationship.

As a contrast to the richness and beauty of curves they are of great value and are often used for this purpose.

Horizontal lines create a feeling of calm and contemplation. An example would be the long line of the horizon on a calm day at sea.  This line gives us a sense of peace and rest, a touch of infinity that no other line can convey.

The vertical line creates a feeling of elevation.  Picture a pine tree and how it is typical of the sublime that we associate with the vertical in nature.  Churchs often use their spires to create this vertical feeling of line for their impressiveness.

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