We usually use Shengxuan the most, because it is very absorbent, especially suitable for China calligraphy. Of course, when using, we should also pay attention to the degree of harmony between our ink and wash. Generally speaking, the degree of harmony is related to your writing speed. If it is cursive, you can wash more water in order to write fluently. If it is regular script, it is recommended to wash it with less water, but no matter what kind of calligraphy, the principle of washing is to ensure it.
The other is cooked rice paper, which is a kind of rice paper specially used for meticulous painting. This kind of paper is hard and impervious to water. It's a novice brush. You can use it first. The words written by mature metaphysics are rough and powerful, but they are not as lively and powerful as those written by raw metaphysics. Generally, people who write calligraphy use health announcements.
Remember, flushing is very important, otherwise your basic skills are no matter how good. It is recommended to use ink or a pavilion. Ink can flush a little water, and a pavilion will flush more water.
Supplementary explanation:
The difference between newspaper and rice paper is that rice paper is more hygroscopic. Think about it. There's too much water mopping the floor. Should we work harder? This is the same as writing. If ordinary paper is generally smooth, it is because its hygroscopicity is not very strong and its surface is smooth.
I usually practice calligraphy with newspapers. In fact, if you master the pen, no matter what kind of paper you have, you will naturally feel that way.