How to define calligraphy

Calligraphy is an artistic expression of the unique beauty of words in China and neighboring countries and regions deeply influenced by China culture. Including China calligraphy, Mongolian calligraphy, Arabic calligraphy and English calligraphy. His China Calligraphy is a unique traditional Chinese character art in China. Calligraphy in a broad sense refers to the writing rules of characters and symbols. In other words, calligraphy refers to writing with its brushwork, structure and composition according to the characteristics and significance of words, making it a beautiful work of art. China's calligraphy is an original performance art of the Han nationality, which is known as: poetry without words, wireless dance; Paintings without pictures, silent music, etc.

Calligraphy mainly covers the following three levels: first, calligraphy is a unique traditional culture and art in China; Second, calligraphy is based on Chinese characters and has a set of perfect statutes; Third, focus on tradition. We should learn from the ancients, inherit and innovate, and create calligraphy works that conform to contemporary aesthetics.

Calligraphy is not only a simple line art, but also a so-called "painting for the heart". Calligraphy is more used to "mourn for its temperament", which is the artistic essence of calligraphy. When Wang Xizhi wrote Preface to the Lanting Pavilion, and when Yan Zhenqing wrote A Sacrifice to My Nephew, they all expressed their true colors and fully expressed their feelings in the form of calligraphy, which was written for themselves.