Introduction to brush calligraphy: horizontal skills of practicing calligraphy

The horizontal skills of brush calligraphy are as follows:

1, choose a suitable brush, choose a brush with moderate hardness and use a comfortable and smooth brush.

2. Practice according to the prescribed fonts and glyphs, first practice the horizontal straight line, and then practice the horizontal curve.

3. Be careful when holding the pen, and don't use too much force or too little force. The correct posture of holding a pen is to hold the back of the pen and master the method of trunk. The brush is placed between the index finger and thumb.

4. Beginners can choose to practice with the horizontal eye method, for example, choose an article, only look at the horizontal style, and then imitate the practice to master the basic structure and aesthetic feeling of the horizontal.

5. When practicing calligraphy, we should pay attention to the balance of the center of gravity, the uniformity of rhythm, the delicacy of strokes, and the balance of stroke thickness and strength.

6. Practice repeatedly, read more famous works, imitate and practice calligraphy, and accumulate experience.

Main characteristics of brush calligraphy

1, writing tools: the brush is the main tool of brush calligraphy, and the brush is usually made of valuable materials such as ferret hair and wolf hair. Different brush materials have different properties, and the words written will be different.

2. Ink: The ink used in brush calligraphy is usually ink or inkstone ink. Different inks feel different when used, which will affect the charm and effect of the works.

3. Writing posture: Brush calligraphy requires the writer to use professional posture and techniques to complete strokes, such as correct pen holding method, sitting posture, paper placement, and stroke continuity.

4. Mastery of strength: There are differences in the thickness of brush strokes, which requires the writer to control different strength according to different strokes, so that the strokes are natural, smooth, concise and delicate from beginning to end.

5. Modeling performance: the stroke modeling and line trend of brush calligraphy are constantly changing. It is not only to express the meaning of words, but also to carry cultural and aesthetic values and express the author's personality and emotions.

Brush calligraphy, an ancient art form, has always been loved and sought after by cultural lovers, and the patterns and characters displayed every time reflect the value and charm of ancient culture.