Stamping is a very important skill in calligraphy works, and it can play a role in adjusting the layout of the chapter and enhancing the overall beauty. I have summarized the correct method of calligraphy stamping seven steps and stamping three positions, and share it with aspiring calligraphy enthusiasts.
First, calligraphy and stamping seven steps.
One is to make a seal. The art of seals originated in the Shang and Zhou dynasties, and was originally a token that could be used for sealing. After the Song and Yuan dynasties, seal and calligraphy began to be skillfully combined. Calligraphers attach great importance to the use of seals, and even engrave their own seals to reflect their own unique style and taste.
The second is to choose a seal. The seals of calligraphy works are square, round, waist round, natural shape, etc., and the seals are yang and yin, and the content includes the author's name, fasting number or verses, etc., which should be selected according to the content and style of the work.
The third is to choose ink. Ink is the carrier of the seal. In order to ensure that the imprint is clear, vivid and long-lasting, you should choose high-quality ink, and you should not use inferior ink, so as to avoid damaging the beauty of the picture.
Fourth, dip the mud correctly. When using the seal, gently dip an appropriate amount of ink to make the printing surface evenly stained with the ink, not too much or too little, so as to prevent the imprint from being blurred.
Fifth, accurate positioning. After the completion of the calligraphy work, the name seal is usually stamped at the place of payment, and the idle seal is stamped in other positions, and the seal can adjust the layout and play a stable and balanced role, so it is necessary to observe the whole and accurately position.
Sixth, lightly pressed stamps. Gently press the stamp on the artwork with your hand, keeping it stable and avoiding blurring the impression due to movementApply force evenly to avoid different shades of the blot.
Seven is to raise the seal. Gently lift the stamp to complete the stamping process.
Second, the calligraphy seal three positions.
Calligraphy seals are roughly divided into name seals, idle seals, and collection seals.
The first is the position of the name seal. The name seal is the signature seal of the title, also known as the name seal. The so-called "name" refers to the name and character of the writer. The so-called "number" refers to the name and character of the writer. First and last names can be linked together or separated. The title is used for the seal, and one character is correct, and one surname can also be used. The paragraph has a surname, and the name seal can be used;If there is no surname, or if the payment is not made, the name stamp shall be applied. The name seal has the attention of yin and yang, yin refers to the white text seal of yin text, and yang refers to the zhu text seal of yang text. When using, the name seal and the number seal should be a white text and a Zhu text, the size is appropriate, and it is used together. Generally speaking, Zhu Wen red is light and used on the top;The white text is heavy in red and placed on the bottom. The distance between the two stamps is about equal to the position of one or two stamps, and the order is the name seal first, then the word and number stamp. If there is a lot of blank space under the signature, it can be stamped underneath;If there is little blank space under the signature, it can be stamped on the left and right of the inscription. The chapter should be equal to or less than the inscription. Name badges are generally square, round can also be used, waist round, natural shape, etc. are not available.
The second is the position of the idle chapter. Generally speaking, except for the name badge, they are all idle stamps. Idle chapters are also called layout chapters, including the introduction chapter, the border chapter, the waist chapter and the corner chapter. The first chapter, the cover is on the upper right side of the calligraphy work, not square, semi-pass, rectangular, round, semicircular, gourd-shaped, natural-shaped, Xiao-shaped, etc. There are usually three situations that are needed to cover the first chapter, that is, the first paragraph is too neat and needs to be "broken";The weight of the stamp at the end of the paragraph is too heavy and needs to be "lifted";The stamp distribution is too monotonous and needs to be "adjusted". The border seal refers to the chapter that is stamped on the side of the calligraphy work, which plays the role of blocking the edge and gathering energy. Waist badge is often used in long calligraphy works, such as the upper right of the banner has a leading chapter, the lower left has a name badge, and the middle appears to be space, which can be stamped with a waist badge. The waist chapter should be smaller than the first chapter and the name chapter, and the three chapters should not be formed into a straight line. Corner stamp, covered in the corners of calligraphy works, generally used in the two lower corners, such as the cover in the upper right corner called "Yingshou", covered in the two lower corners called "rhyme". The corner pressure chapter can be managed on both sides, playing the role of "blocking the edge and sealing the corner", "supplementing the emptiness" and "stabilizing the picture".
The third is the location of the collection seal. The connoisseur's badge is a connoisseur's badge. The seal for connoisseurship should depend on the size of the calligraphy and painting, and the main point is not to damage the text and picture. When the lid is closed, if the secret part of the work is not compact enough, it can be supplemented with a seal;If the sparse place feels empty, it can be enriched by a seal, and it is always advisable to have a visual balance in the picture. Its style should be consistent with the style of the work, and it is most taboo to be out of place, which will affect the artistic effect of the calligraphy work.
In short, a perfect calligraphy work is inseparable from the correct stamping method and position selection, and mastering these skills and methods can allow us to better inherit and carry forward traditional Chinese culture.