He recorded in "Famous sayings of Haiyue": "Mi Fei, as a doctor of calligraphy, called several people to ask the world about the title of the book, and Haiyue responded with himself. He said: Cai Jing can't write, Cai Bian has a pen but lacks rhyme, Cai Xiang has fun, Shen Liao has typesetting, Huang Tingjian describes characters, and Su Shi paints characters. In reply, I asked: How is your book? Right: I brush the words on the book. "
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1. The influence of Mi Fei's "brushwork" theory in "Famous Sentences of Haiyue" on calligraphy
First of all, "brush strokes" emphasize the freehand brushwork and dripping characteristics of calligraphy. Mi Fei used the word "pen" as a metaphor, which vividly expressed the carefree and in-place state that calligraphers should pursue in their creation. This theory encourages calligraphers to give full play to their individuality and emotions in their creation, so that their works have more vivid artistic characteristics.
Secondly, the theory of "brush strokes" emphasizes the sense of speed and rhythm in calligraphy. Mi Fei believes that excellent calligraphy works must have the characteristics of quickness and fluency, and at the same time pay attention to the change and fluctuation of rhythm. This theory inspires calligraphers to pay attention to the details such as the speed of strokes, the weight of strokes, the connection and turning point between strokes, and makes the works more varied in artistic expression.
Finally, the theory of "brush strokes" has had a positive impact on the development of calligraphy in later generations. Mi Fei's theory of "brush strokes" was not only accepted and passed down by calligraphers at that time, but also had a far-reaching impact on calligraphy creation in later generations. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with the gradual revival and development of calligraphy art, many calligraphers borrowed Mi Fei's theory of "brush strokes" in their creations, which made their works have a more unique and distinctive artistic style.
2. Mi Fei's method of using the art of "brush strokes" in calligraphy.
Use the sides to write with quick and smooth strokes. This method not only produces rhythmic beauty, but also shows the flying and hazy interest of calligraphy. The brushwork is calm, fast and refreshing. Judging from the ink color, there are many dry pens, but there is no sense of ugliness. The dry and wet changes of stippling are easy and full of rhythm.
When the pen is reversed, lifting the pen quickly, briefly and forcefully can make the strokes more vigorous and powerful, make the writing more rapid and smooth, enhance the vitality and strength of stippling, and will not show monotonous feeling. Through the change of rhythm, give full play to the artistic effect of "calligraphy".