The way to write dot strokes is from top to bottom, first write a diagonal stroke, and then write a dot.
The starting point of the stroke should be in the middle of a vertical line, writing diagonally to the upper right. The intensity should be light and heavy, so that the stroke is sharp, the point is round, and the up and down echoes. When writing dots, pay attention to the shape of the start and end of the dot. The end of the dot should be like a round ball, not too sharp or too flat.
When writing with dots, you should pay attention to the difference from vertical writing. The starting point of the vertical stroke is a small dot, which is vertically downward, while the starting point of the writing stroke is an oblique writing, and it is written diagonally to the upper right. At the same time, when writing dots, attention should also be paid to distinguishing them from vertical hooks. The hook of the vertical hook is an independent stroke, while the dot of the vertical hook is a continuous stroke.
The writing of the dots should be coordinated with the up, down, left and right strokes. When writing a character, you must consider the balance and beauty of the entire character, and do not let the strokes be disconnected from other strokes or be too abrupt. At the same time, you should also pay attention to the length and slope of the initial point, and adjust it according to the shape and style of the entire character.
The importance of apostrophes to Chinese characters:
1. Enrich the shape changes of Chinese characters: The shapes of Chinese characters are ever-changing, and the role of apostrophes in them cannot be ignored. In many Chinese characters, the combination of dots and dots makes the shapes of Chinese characters richer and more varied. For example, the apostrophe in the character An forms a stable glyph structure by combining with horizontal, vertical, folding and other strokes.
2. Enhance the visual beauty of Chinese characters: As a beautiful line, dots can bring unique visual beauty to Chinese characters. In many Chinese characters, the combination of dots and dots makes the entire glyph more symmetrical and coordinated. For example, the apostrophe in the word "Hao" is combined with horizontal, vertical, and other strokes to form a graceful curve and smooth visual effect.
3. Express the meaning and emotion of Chinese characters: Chinese characters are a kind of ideographic text, and each Chinese character has its own unique meaning and emotion. The dot can convey different emotions and artistic conceptions in different types of Chinese characters. For example, the apostrophe in the female character makes the entire glyph softer and more beautiful.
4. Influence on the writing style of Chinese characters: Different calligraphers have different writing styles, and the apostrophe also plays an important role in the writing style. For example, the writing points in regular script written by Deng Shiru, a calligrapher of the Qing Dynasty, are famous for their roundness, fullness and force.
The dots in regular script written by Ouyang Xun, a calligrapher of the Tang Dynasty, are famous for their thinness, straightness and elegance. These different writing styles inject different artistic charm into Chinese character writing.