Running script is a calligraphy style between regular script and cursive script. Running script was born out of official script, originated in the Eastern Han Dynasty, took shape in the Wei and Jin Dynasties, and matured in the Eastern Jin Dynasty. What I bring to you below is an appreciation of running script calligraphy works. I hope you like it. Appreciation of running script calligraphy works
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Three major systems of running script
Running script is a style of writing between regular script and cursive script. Running script was born out of official script, originated in the Eastern Han Dynasty, took shape in the Wei and Jin Dynasties, and matured in the Eastern Jin Dynasty. Su Dongpo said: ? Regular script is like standing, walking is like walking, and grass is like walking. ?Zhang Huai also said: ?The running script is neither cursive nor true. It is separated from square and round, which is between Ji and Meng. Those who have both true and cursive calligraphy are called Zhenxing, and those who have cursive calligraphy are called running cursive scripts. ?Running script is simpler and smoother than regular script, and easier to read, learn and practical than cursive script. Wang Xizhi's running script is the ultimate in running script. He is called the sage of calligraphy, and his work "Lanting Preface" is called the best running script in the world. There are hundreds of famous calligraphers in the past dynasties, with diverse styles and rich personalities.
The classification of running script can be roughly summarized into three major families:
The first and second kings’ running script
Created by Wang Xizhi and Wang Xianzhi, all later generations of literati and calligraphers directly or Indirectly influenced by the Wang School's running script system, representative calligraphers include Mi Fu and Zhao Mengfu.
2. Yan style running script
Created by Yan Zhenqing. He mixed the traditional calligraphy with the meaning of seal script, changing the structure from the back to the direction, and changing the square into a circle. His representative works include " "Memorial to Nephew", "Composition to Fight for a Seat", etc. The emergence of Yan style running script changed the situation in which Wang script dominated the world, and provided more models for the creation of running script in later generations, thus promoting the change and development of the style of running script system.
In later generations, the calligraphy world of calligraphy circles came and went, appearing and disappearing, or blending with each other, making the calligraphy world more colorful and vibrant.
3. Wei Stele Running Script
Calligraphers in the Qing Dynasty incorporated the style and brushwork of Wei Stele into running script to form a kind of running script. Representative calligraphers include Zhao Zhiqian, He Shaoji, etc.
The pen and ink tend to be indulgent, swiping the pen and splashing the ink, the pen is vigorous, free and easy, the colors are rich and innovative. He first learned calligraphy from Yan Zhenqing, and later adopted the method of Northern Dynasty inscriptions. He wrote regular script with graceful and rounded strokes, and was known as "Wei Di Yanmian".
He Shaoji’s calligraphy originated from Yan Zhenqing, which is vivid and mature. He followed Deng Shiru and strongly promoted the study of stele. He advocated that calligraphers should establish their own business. Use the wrist-back method to write. This writing method is far away from normal physiological habits, so every time you write, you must use all your strength, and your clothes will be wet with sweat every time you finish writing. The writing style is elegant and elegant, rich and flavorful.
Suggestions for running script writing
1. Lining writing is the sum of understanding and skill in running script.
When copying a post, you must adhere to the combination of reading, copying, and copying. Read for fun. Through reading, you can deeply imprint the points, paintings, structure, momentum, structure and other characteristics of the model into your mind; copy. In order to get the shape, the charm of the words cannot be separated from the structure. On the basis of reading, you must concentrate on the handwriting and remember the various fonts; to get the meaning, after two steps of hard work, you will be like a fish in water. A little bit of your own ideas, your own accumulation, and quasi-creation.
2. To learn Wang style running script, it is advisable to copy the "Preface to the Holy Religion"
It is necessary to grasp the artistic style and characteristics of this calligraphy, such as the smooth and elegant brushwork and the handsome and elegant handwriting. , the breath is neutral and pleasant, etc., the pen is tucked in and converged, the lines are thin, hard and strong, and the combination of stipples, radicals, strings, and strokes are pure and natural. In the meantime, pay attention to correcting common problems such as slow and weak lines, such as weak bones, poor Qi, and sluggish ink.
On the basis of Tonglin, it is necessary to fight a tough battle and pass the test word by word from aspects such as font type, font style, pen shape, stroke style and thickness contrast of strokes, ink color changes (refer to Lanting ink), etc. You need to work hard on memorizing fonts to achieve the proficiency of finding something in your pocket when creating works.
The true level of a work, or even the difference between an expert and an amateur in calligraphy, often depends on the smallest details. The so-called "fibers are facing away, and no hair is alive or dead" is true. Therefore, when writing, you must pay special attention to details, including the position of strokes, the combination of thickness and length, the size of fonts, the shade of ink, the coordination and echo between strokes and fonts, etc. Do not let go of even subtle changes in order to train and improve own eyesight. With the foundation of "Holy Teaching Preface", it will be much easier to learn "Lanting Preface", focusing on learning the composition, Qi and subtleties; then study Wang's Notes and learn how Wang Xizhi gave shape to the characters and how to express emotions. Plan and so on.
3. The study of the penetration of Qi and the generation of Motivation.
Of course, the movement of qi is related to proficiency, but the key is to have this concept. Whether you are studying, practicing or creating, it is very different whether you have this concept. You can start from Look for discussions on this aspect in ancient and modern book treatises, and read them carefully to understand.
4. Huang Tingjian’s running calligraphy is vertical and horizontal.
Huang Tingjian’s calligraphy stipples are open. Although they have a radiating structure, they are not loose; the body is slanted, but they do not topple over. "Songfeng Pavilion Poetry Volume" is his masterpiece in his later years, which fully reflects the above characteristics. When writing, you need to pay attention to the beauty of the connotation of "objects" in the pen that Huang pursues, or "the beauty of the charm".
5. The starting point for learning Mi Fu is relatively high
To prepare this post well, you must first understand the overall characteristics of Mi Fu's calligraphy and firmly grasp the key points of this post. Artistic characteristics, and then carefully study the brush usage, structure, composition, and ink techniques one by one. In particular, the characteristics of the brush must be carefully studied, mastered, memorized, and able to use, so as to change one's own brush usage habits; You need to memorize the fonts to the point where you can use them skillfully when creating, and don't just make a rough guess. Mi Fu has abundant wrist strength, unique brushstrokes, and moist and gorgeous brushwork. He pays great attention to the strength and posture of his brushwork. Strength is generated by relying on force, and force is manifested by force. Therefore, the strength of the bones is graceful and the writing force is smooth.