Zuilaoshi calligraphy

Mainly because Wang Xizhi practiced calligraphy very hard since childhood and had many years of calligraphy experience before drinking, he was able to write a good hand after being drunk. The story of Preface to the Lanting Pavilion left an impression on the public that wine can improve their artistic level. Therefore, in later generations, even in modern times, many artists will drink a little wine when creating, which is like a ceremony. They think that exposure to some alcohol can improve their level unconsciously. But in fact, most people can't improve their artistic level after drinking, and even because of drunkenness, their artistic works are worse than before drinking.

But why did Wang Xizhi write Preface to Lanting Collection after drinking? This is mainly because Wang Xizhi is very diligent. According to historical records, Wang Xizhi, who was born in an official family, did not develop the bad habit of arrogance and extravagance, but embarked on the road of calligraphy. He was interested in calligraphy since he was a child. Before he could read, he often painted on the beach, which made him very interested. Seeing this, his father immediately sent him to a famous calligrapher for the best training.

Under the cultivation of famous calligraphers, Wang Xizhi's calligraphy became famous in the local area when he was 10 years old. In Wang Xizhi's story, it is also recorded that he accidentally ate a cake with ink because he was addicted to practicing calligraphy, which also shows Wang Xizhi's concentration in practicing calligraphy. In addition to the calligraphy skills taught by the teacher in class, he also practiced various calligraphy tricks of the ancients and practiced calligraphy in the house all the year round. Therefore, when he is drunk in Wang Teng Pavilion, he can write the masterpiece Preface to Lanting Collection.

So it's not that Wang Xizhi's level suddenly rose after drinking. In fact, before this, he was already a well-known calligrapher in the local area, and drunkenness only helped him present his best state. Therefore, if future generations want to be as successful as Wang Xizhi, it is essential to study hard and practice hard.