The correct way to write seal script is as follows:
1. Basic stroke structure: The glyph structure of seal script is based on basic strokes such as straight lines, horizontal lines, vertical strokes, strokes, strokes, and dots. Each stroke must have rhythm and change, reflecting unique style characteristics. This is an important feature of seal script.
2. Goujian method: Goujian method is the basic technique when writing seal script. It outlines the entire character shape with one stroke, making the writing coherent and smooth, revealing the meaning of repeated depiction and constant elaboration.
3. Red and black processing of fonts: When writing seal script, the principle of red and black processing should be grasped, that is, the glyph structure is highlighted by increasing or shrinking the strokes, making the glyphs more obvious and distinct.
4. Writing learning and mastery of strokes: Writing seal script requires proficiency in the combination, structure and strokes of characters, correcting bad habits, and strict requirements on your own strokes.
5. Tools and materials: In addition to traditional brushes, antler pens, bamboo sticks and fountain pens can also be used for seal engraving. Commonly used materials for seal engraving include: moss stone, semi-stick, rosewood, ivory, etc.
Seal script is an ancient Chinese calligraphy art form and one of the six basic fonts of Chinese calligraphy. Seal script originated from the oracle bone characters of the Shang Dynasty. Through historical evolution and inheritance, it has formed a unique art form. The glyphs of seal script are relatively square and the strokes are relatively concise. In particular, the horizontal, vertical, left and right strokes are used very frequently. Each stroke has a very obvious edge and rhythmic beauty.
The cultural significance of seal script
1. Seal script is a product of ancient Chinese seal culture. In ancient times, seal cutting was an important seal art. As a writing system for seals, seal cutting was widely used in politics, religion, culture and other fields, and became a symbol of expression representing authority.
2. Seal script is an important part of the evolution history of Chinese calligraphy. In the historical evolution of Chinese calligraphy, seal script was a writing method before "official script, regular script, and cursive script" and laid the foundation for the subsequent development of calligraphy. Official script, regular script, and cursive script all evolved from seal script. The prosperity and development of these calligraphy styles are inseparable from the inspiration and influence of seal script.
3. Seal script is also a cultural heritage. As a unique form of calligraphy in China, seal script represents the cultural inheritance and innovation of ancient China, presenting unique aesthetic value and artistic charm. At the same time, the creation and inheritance of seal script is also the inheritance and development of traditional culture, which has important historical, cultural and artistic significance.
Seal script plays an important role in Chinese calligraphy. The seal script, small seal script and large seal script in its fonts are commonly used in official documents, seals and books of Chinese dynasties, and are widely used in the fields of Chinese history, culture and art. and the field of cultural relic collection. The rich knowledge and cultural connotation of seal script writing methods, mechanism research and art appreciation are an important part of the treasure house of traditional Chinese culture.