What is the quality of lines in calligraphy?

We usually talk about the lines of calligraphy from the perspective of strength, but in fact, the accuracy based on strength is the key to the lines, which we call the accuracy of pen and ink. As the saying goes, steelmaking becomes soft, and the accuracy of lines is more like tempering while the iron is hot. To create beautiful lines, we must get rid of their dross.

In order to achieve purity as a line connotation and spiritual temperament, when writing, the brush must be able to hold the paper, and the nib can be lifted in the process of holding it firmly, gradually eliminating impurities and lead in the ink, which is the foundation of calligraphy.

When we judge a line, there are mainly the following aspects:

linear

Linearity includes length, thickness and radian. Length is a linear spatial structure, thickness determines the way of linear spatial structure, and radian indicates the strength and extension direction of lines.

linear

Linearity is the quality of lines, and our requirements for linearity are divided into two points, one is the requirements of the public, and the other is the unique texture. The requirements of straightness are roundness, thickness, smoothness and smoothness. Make good use of the author, although thin as hair, round but not thick as rafter, flat as a pen; Thick, is a word of blood and spirit; Pass, unobstructed without stagnation; Wheel, clean and smooth. So what is the unique texture? Linearity, which can represent the writing characteristics of different calligraphers, is its unique texture, such as Yishanbei, whose linearity is called iron line or Hosta because of its warmth and hardness; Sha Menghai is as tough as a jujube, while Yan Zhenqing is famous for its close ties. This is to define the characteristics of lines written by calligraphers through their unique textures.

Linear structure

Linear structure is the way of crossing and framing between lines or the form of crossing and connecting, and the form of structure mainly points to space. When writing, as soon as the second pen comes out, we should consider the connection with the first pen and the size, shape and quality of the blank enclosed by it. Ordinary people always pay attention to black lines when writing, while experts always pay attention to blanks. Writing black lines should make people feel uninterested in books, but the space left should make people feel that it has been accurately calculated and polished. Lines should be unintentional, and white should be intentional. Calligraphy is the real calligraphy.

Law of straight line

Line method is the rhythm and rhythm of lines in the process of operation. Although it is rare in seal script, such as the curve "S"-shaped line, in the process of operation, some places will stop for a while and then cross over, which is its rhythm.

Hangyun

Rhyme is the charm and temperament of a line. For example, Dong Qichang's lines, at first glance, have a refined flavor, which is refined after reading thousands of books. Until the whole body falls off, people suddenly sublimate, and finally the noble and quiet charm comes out.