Both calligraphy and inscription are common techniques in Chinese calligraphy. They have certain similarities, but there are also many differences.
Titing
First of all, timing refers to writing a certain word or a few words in a larger font in calligraphy works to attract the reader's attention and highlight the The theme or focus of the work. Tips are usually used in the title of an article or poem, and can also be used in the end of a paragraph or a key word in the entire work. The font size for mentioning is required to be relatively large, generally slightly larger than the font size of the main text, and attention should be paid to coordinating with the typesetting of the main text. In contrast, an inscription refers to the words inscribed for an article, a poem, or a painting in a calligraphy work. The inscription usually requires a moderate font size, the same as or slightly smaller than the font of the main text, but the font is required to be neat and neat in shape to highlight the style and theme of the work. In addition, the writing methods of inscriptions and inscriptions are also different. . The mentions are usually on an independent line, appear at the top of the work, and are separated from the main text. The inscription can be written in the main text of the work and integrated with the main text. In addition, the mention can often exist independently of the inscription, while the inscription must accompany the work. From an aesthetic point of view, the aesthetic effects of word mentioning and inscription are also different. The function of the font is to attract the reader's attention and emphasize the focus of the work, so the font is usually larger and has an eye-catching effect. The function of the inscription is to add elegance and cultural flavor to the work, so the font is usually more dignified and has a certain calligraphic beauty.
Inscriptions
In short, although there are certain similarities between Tizi and inscriptions, they are different in terms of writing purpose, method, font, etc., which need to be determined according to the actual situation. perform different applications. In actual calligraphy creation, word raising and inscription are very common techniques, which are helpful to improve the artistic value and aesthetic effect of calligraphy works.