Structurally, the main line of De's running script is relatively direct, and the horizontal and vertical strokes are slightly to the right as a whole, showing a certain curve beauty at the bend. The characters are simple in modeling and smooth in lines, emphasizing the overall visual effect. Running script is characterized by pursuing "similarity" rather than similarity, emphasizing the expression of charm and momentum of pen and ink. At the same time, the running script also emphasizes the mastery of speed and rhythm, and pursues the brushwork in one go.
De's running script writing needs long-term practice and accumulation to show the unique temperament and charm of the travel book. Here, taking the letter "De" as an example, briefly introduce the basic steps of writing a virtue book:
1. First draw the outline of the word "De" on the paper with light ink or pencil, and pay attention to keeping the balance and proportion of the font.
2. Above, in the middle and below the outline, draw a horizontal straight line as the trunk of the word.
3. The horizontal line is slightly inclined to the lower left, then a short distance from the upper right, and a small arc is drawn to the upper right, which is the radical of the word "de".
4. Then, draw a small arc from the middle position of the trunk to the upper right as the vertical line on the right.
5. Finally, draw a small arc at the bottom of the trunk to the lower right as the end or tail of the word.
6. When writing, pay attention to keep the strokes smooth, rhythmic, even in strength and simple and smooth in lines.
Introduction to running scripts
Running script is a font style in China's calligraphy and a variant of regular script. The running script font is concise and smooth, paying attention to the unity of form and spirit, and pursuing the charm and momentum of pen and ink. Compared with regular script, the strokes of running script are more concise and smooth, paying attention to the overall visual effect.
One feature of running script is its high speed. When writing, the strokes are fast and coherent, and the strength is from the inside out, showing a unique sense of rhythm. Running script pursues "fast is beautiful", combines strength and speed perfectly, and makes strokes flow freely on paper, showing dynamics and vitality.
3. The writing method of running script is also different from regular script. In running script, some glyphs may change and some strokes may be written together to form a more concise structure. Moreover, the strokes of running script usually have some changes and extensions, which increases the writing strength and performance effect.