The Eight Methods of Yongzi:
The Eight Methods of Yongzi are actually the eight strokes of the word "Yong", which represent the general strokes in Chinese calligraphy, namely "side, le, nu, 误, ce". The eight strokes of ", plunder, peck, and knock" are explained more clearly in the book "A Brief Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy" by Zhu Zongyuan.
One side of the stroke
The tip of the pen touches the paper and turns to the right. Slowly increase the force and press down, then slowly turn up and turn. Return to the pen and hide the tip to change its angle according to the situation.
Stroke 2: Le
Press the tip of the pen down to the right when touching the paper, then draw horizontally and then slowly retract it to make a horizontal stroke.
Stroke Sannu
It is a straight stroke, starting with a straight stroke, writing vertically downward slowly, making a slight curvature to the left and then returning. The strokes should not be straight, otherwise they will be weak.
Four strokes: 寯
After finishing the vertical stroke, take advantage of the momentum and tilt the pen upward to the left, then close the pen upward as soon as it comes out.
Five strategies for strokes
Press the tip of the pen to the right when it touches the paper, then turn it upward to the right to draw diagonally and then slowly close it up. The key point is to lift it gently.
Six strokes: Sweep
The strokes going down to the left must be fast and accurate, taking the dangerous energy as the key point. The strike must be clean and sharp, sharp but not rough.
Seven strokes: Peck
Also known as short stroke, it is a stroke going down to the left, with the strength and momentum like a bird pecking a tree.
Eight strokes: Zhe
The strokes going down to the left are slow and vigorous. At the end, they press down and then draw horizontally to the right and slowly close them up.
The above are the eight strokes of Yongzi, which are the foundation of Chinese calligraphy strokes. After mastering these eight strokes, you can extend into various strokes and gain their own spiritual bearing.