First, copy the post.
Copying is the most basic method, that is, directly cover the copybook with paper towels and copy it carefully. This method helps beginners to be familiar with glyphs and strokes, and lays a solid foundation for subsequent exercises. When copying, try to make the stroke position accurate and the structure reasonable.
Second, the post
Lin Tie put the copybook aside and imitated it against the copybook. Compared with copying, copying pays more attention to the understanding and reproduction of glyphs than simple copying. Sticking is helpful to cultivate the observation and expressive force of calligraphy and an important means to improve the level of calligraphy.
Third, read the post.
Looking at copybooks means trying to figure out and comprehend the essence of calligraphy art by observing copybooks without actual writing. The feeling after reading can help us deeply understand the connotation and law of calligraphy art and cultivate our aesthetic concept and artistic appreciation ability.
Fourth, create a position.
Creating posts is a process of trying to form one's own calligraphy style and characteristics after mastering a certain calligraphy foundation. Creating posts requires rich imagination and creativity, as well as a deep understanding and feeling of calligraphy art. Creating posts is the highest realm of calligraphy art and the formation process of calligraphers' unique artistic style.
The important role of copybook in calligraphy learning
1, copybook selection
It is very important to choose the copybook that suits you. Beginners can choose copybooks with clear strokes and simple structure, such as Yan Zhenqing's regular script and Mi Fei's running script. With a certain foundation, you can choose some more artistic copybooks, such as Wang Xizhi's Preface to the Lanting Pavilion and Huai Su's Autobiographical Postscript. In addition, we should pay attention to the quality of paper and the clarity of printing when choosing copybooks.
2. Combine with other exercises
When using copybook practice, you can combine other calligraphy practice methods, such as writing with a brush and practicing on rice paper. The combination of various methods can make the exercise more comprehensive and improve the learning effect.