Chinese calligraphy is extensive and profound. Most of us know it but don’t know why. We only know the surface but don’t understand its connotation, so it is difficult to become a great master. Really successful people are very talented, and some of them don't even have apprenticeships. They mainly learn calligraphy through self-study, unremitting efforts, and their own talents. Only in this way can they learn calligraphy well.
1. Learning calligraphy requires understanding. Only by understanding can we learn calligraphy faster.
Understanding calligraphy sounds incredible. Indeed, if we want to know its connotation, we need to understand it. The same is true for calligraphy. The study of calligraphy involves understanding issues, such as understanding the content of calligraphy theory, understanding the learning methods of calligraphy, designing the development path of calligraphy, etc. This takes time. And the beginning needs to be very clear, otherwise once the path is taken in the wrong direction, it may be difficult to change.
2. Learning calligraphy requires understanding. If you don’t have a teacher, you need to cultivate your own interest. Then you need to study hard and practice hard, and practice solid basic skills. Only in this way can you succeed.
Learning calligraphy, like other arts, requires understanding, interest, and perseverance. The most basic basic skills still need to be learned and practiced. When your skill reaches a certain level and you add some of your own ideas and creativity, you can truly become your own calligraphy. Never practice blindly, relying entirely on your own imagination to practice without knowing even the most basic basic skills.
3. Self-study is also possible, but it is very important to choose a copybook that suits you.
If you are an adult, you can learn calligraphy by yourself. Of course, this is a long and persistent process. When I first started practicing, I had to find a book that was consistent with my temperament. I think calligraphy has a lot to do with temperament. For example, those who are more outgoing and unrestrained can practice running script. I think you don’t have to start learning calligraphy from regular script. Of course, a lot of practice in writing is essential. Reading posts, memorizing posts and seeing the use of pens in the posts, etc. The study of ancient poetry and literature is also indispensable homework.
Of course, the essence of calligraphy is indeed very difficult to understand, and you still need some talent to learn calligraphy.