Dot is a small spot that is ussually circular in shape.

• it often denotes the starting position of a design from wich other elements  such as line, shape and plane are brought into motion.
• Dot are often used in multitudes or in combinations  to form pattern, rythm and movement.

You can paint dots using the pointillism technique.

Pointillism is an artistic technique that uses tiny dots of color to create a depth of light.