Zhu Yue said, "Ouyang Gong works for others, and if he is a layman, he will be strong."
Su Dongpo once commented on the characteristics of his calligraphy: "Dry ink with a sharp pen, wide words, beautiful hair and infinite frost, which will be seen by future generations, such as bright eyes and rich cheeks, and progress like flowers."
Su Dongpo's ci not only clearly pointed out Ouyang Yong's calligraphy characteristics, but also praised his appearance. It is really the so-called "book is like a person".
Regarding the characteristics of Ouyang Xiu's calligraphy, Su Shi commented: "The sharp pen and dry ink are commonly used to make the words wide, the eyes clear and the cheeks full, and they can advance and retreat freely."