Calligraphy Copying Method of Hard Pen Seal and Clerical Script

Author: Pang Zhonghua and Wang Yuxiao, Editors
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Publish Date: 1997-12-01
Features: To learn anything well, there is a certain process of learning and imitating. From the low to the high, the method of imitation may be clumsy, but it is a necessary gateway. In terms of the means of learning calligraphy, the method of copying has remained unchanged since ancient times. This is common knowledge, but it is not necessarily understood or deeply comprehended by everyone. In the past decade, the popularity of calligraphy has shown that, in terms of results, whether with soft or hard pens, the emphasis on imitating traditional steles and rubbings is still far from sufficient. This book introduces knowledge related to learning calligraphy. Half of its content involves selecting and copying various excellent ancient steles and rubbings, while the other half is a literary introduction, including the circulation of the steles and a brief overview of the authors. However, the key lies in the appreciation and explanation of specific steles and their methods of copying. This approach serves three purposes: first, it advocates for learning from tradition and inheriting its essence; second, it provides a broader range of options for learners to choose from, without being aimless; and third, it offers specific guidance on how to copy steles effectively, making it easier for learners to get started. For those who want to learn calligraphy well, this book is limited to selecting ancient steles and then practicing them well. Moreover, it primarily focuses on the issue of copying ancient steles with hard pens, which further narrows the scope. However, the issue of copying steles is extremely important for both soft and hard pens, and it also holds significance for copying steles with brushes.