In the Chinese culture of calligraphy,"It is up to people to plan things, and it is up to heaven to make things happen"The concept is deeply imprinted in the philosophy of calligraphy. The beauty of calligraphy is not only the metaphysical skill of pen and ink, but also the metaphysical innate spirituality. For example, Zhao Yi, Zhang Huaijun and others emphasized that the wonder of calligraphy comes from natural endowments, just as a thousand miles of horses need to know talents, and calligraphy works must also be talented to succeed in the hearts of the world.
The reality is not so simple. Just as beauty techniques can change a person's appearance, the talent for calligraphy is not fixed and can be improved through learning and training. Beginners who are sluggish and dull can also get better after hard training;The cocktail that is born to "know the night and the morning" is not as good as the parrot starling who can speak well through training, which shows the importance of acquired education. Although calligraphers such as Dong Qichang and Xiang Mu affirmed the pre-requisite role of talent in the study of calligraphy, they also did not ignore the value of diligence and accumulation.
Wei Li's "Pen Array" proposed"Shigu"The concept advocates seeking enlightenment through the continuous study of the teachings of the former sages, the so-called"Inspiration for Ventilation"It is the result of a long period of study, not pure talent. The successful experience of calligraphers in the past dynasties reveals an important truth: whether it is the mechanics school represented by Zhang Zhi or the Zisheng school represented by Wang Xianzhi, they are inseparable from the acquired study and personal efforts. Even if they are regarded as geniuses, their achievements are based on profound techniques.
The way of calligraphy is endless, and it is not achieved overnight, but depends on the correct learning method and perseverance. "Those who are born to know are angry, and those who learn and understand forget to eat"Talent is important, but unremitting learning is the key to reaching the temple of calligraphy. The ancients said: "There is a person who can not learn, and there is no person who can not learn." This view shows that even if someone seems to be gifted, they will not be able to reach the high level of calligraphy without the right methods and continuous effort.
In the pursuit of the art of calligraphy, acquired factors such as learning from the past, theoretical guidance of techniques, diligent practice, and good hand-eye coordination also play a decisive role. In particular, hobbies, which are non-innate elements, can stimulate intrinsic motivation and enthusiasm for the learning process, thereby accelerating the progress of the craft. In fact, in addition to the unverifiable and quantifiable differences in talent, it is these cultivated and improved acquired conditions that determine the level of achievement of calligraphy learners.
In the world of calligraphy art, we should not be overly superstitious about the power of talent, but should firmly base ourselves on acquired learning and practice. After all, "Shigu" is the way, diligence is the speed, kung fu is the journey, and the goal is the most beautiful calligraphy art. Only through down-to-earth cultivation can we gradually move away on the road of calligraphy, and finally achieve self-breakthrough and transcendence.