As a kind of book style that combines the characteristics of regular script and cursive script, Xingshu is known for its unique flexibility, flexibility and diversity. In order to show the beauty of rhythm in the writing of the book, it is important to use the various pen methods skillfully and appropriately, which directly determines the quality and verve of the work.
1.Precise use of millimeters, force through the back of the paper.
It is generally recommended to use one-third of the full edge of the brush to focus, and the heaviest pen is not more than one-half, so that it can be pressed deeply and easily lifted. For calligraphers who prefer short-edged or long-edged pens, the key to whether they choose a full-edged or sharp-edged pen is to grasp the "real life", as Liang said in his "Commentary": "The pen should be steady and flexible, not rigid on paper." ”
2.The rhythm of the pen is appropriate.
The speed of writing is not fixed, but can be flexibly adjusted according to the overall layout and the needs of emotional expression. In one stroke, it can be as fast as a wind, or as slow as a boat against the current. Qing Dynasty calligraphers emphasized that "those who can control the brushwork must show everyone's demeanor, and the pen must be full of vitality."
3.The strokes are in place, and the foundation is profound.
The operation of the calligraphy stroke must be "delivered by the pen", that is, the pen tip needs to accurately reach the end point of the stroke, so as to avoid the situation that the pen belly has reached the end and the pen tip is still halfway. This kind of kung fu comes from a solid foundation in regular script, and the quality of the strokes often depends on this.
4.Bearing and turning, horizontal and vertical orderly.
Whether it is horizontal or vertical painting, you should follow the rules when starting the brush, and pay attention to hiding and revealing properly. Draw horizontally without revealing too many sharp edges to keep it full and thick; The vertical stroke pays attention to the right in and then straight down, so as not to be too sharp and abrupt.
5.Silky, light and smooth.
Jiang Kui mentioned in the "Continuation of the Book Spectrum" that the dot painting should be thick and powerful, while the non-dot painting should be light and elegant. If the thread is too thick, it will destroy the relationship between the words and appear noisy and messy.
6.The turning edge is round, three-dimensional and vivid.
The rotation is to rotate the pen through the rotation of the wrist to form a rounded and non-angular line. For example, when writing the words "also", "for", "de", "and" and other words of the main pen or hook pen, strive to turn the edge like a tendon ring with a three-dimensional sense.
7.The pen is hearty and magnificent.
Just like Zhu Yunming, Xu Wei and others in ancient times, he boldly dipped in ink to make the brushstrokes gallop vertically and horizontally, thus creating an unrestrained and agile artistic effect.
8.The ride is changeable, and the charm is endless.
The front is connected with the first stroke of the next word, and it is necessary to pay attention to the rich changes and avoid repetition. Clever use of the tie can create different postures and rhythmic changes throughout the book.
9.The pen is light and fast, and the connection is natural.
In the structural layout of the characters, the left and right, up and down and even cross connections between the strokes are required to be light and agile, and the method of "sharp joint" is adopted to make the stroke transition smooth and not sluggish.
10.The pen flows, and the rhyme runs through.
The use of small coils and large loops in specific glyphs, such as the formation of large and small loops when writing the characters "emperor" and "belt", and the processing of the outer enclosing structure of the character "country" into large loops, in order to enhance the strength of the lines and the beauty of flow, this technique is especially common in cursive writing.
11.Turn the pen freely, break the cocoon into a butterfly.
Turning the pen refers to the process of moving the pen to change the direction according to the needs of the glyph, by flipping the pen to continue to write quickly, often used in the turn of the square pen, and the folding pen to cooperate with each other, so that the strokes present sharp edges and corners, to avoid the disadvantages of stiffness.
12.Follow nature, just natural.
The subtlety of the art of calligraphy lies in the harmony and unity between man and nature embodied in the use of techniques. The real old and spicy brushwork is the realm of natural expression after skill, which is a sign of "people are old", and it is also the best interpretation of the essential power of calligraphy art.