1. Holding the Brush Method
The correct holding method is the foundation of brush calligraphy. When holding the brush, pay attention to the relaxation and stability of the wrist, and the appropriate strength of the fingers, so that the brush can be freely used in the hand. 2. Stroke Techniques Stroke is the basic unit of brush calligraphy. Mastering stroke techniques is crucial for writing good characters. Strokes are divided into dots, horizontal strokes, vertical strokes, slanted strokes, etc. Each stroke has its unique way of writing and strength requirements. 3. Brush Movement Techniques Brush movement refers to the movement trajectory and strength of the brush during the writing process. The brush movement should be natural and smooth, with a sense of rhythm, while maintaining a certain speed to ensure writing quality. Chapter III: Analysis of Classic Calligraphy Collections 1. "The Orchid Pavilion Sequence" "The Orchid Pavilion Sequence" is one of Wang Xizhi's masterpieces, known as "the first line of calligraphy in the world". Its characters are exquisite in shape, smooth in writing, and rigorous in structure. In practice, it can start from a single character, gradually improving writing speed and quality. 2. "Yan Qinli Stele" "Yan Qinli Stele" is one of the masterpieces of Yan Zhenqing, whose characters are strong in shape and stable in structure. In practice, attention should be paid to the strength of strokes and the rhythm of brush movement to achieve a form-spirit balance effect. 3. Other Classic Calligraphy Collections Besides "The Orchid Pavilion Sequence" and "Yan Qinli Stele", there are many other classic calligraphy collections for beginners to choose from. Works by Ouyang Xun, Liu Gongquan, Mi Fu, etc., are excellent teaching materials worth recommending. 4. Conclusion Brush calligraphy is an art that requires long-term practice and continuous exploration. Only by master