Chinese painting form classification copy samples · Painting method of horizontal scrolls

Author: Mao (Illustrator and Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: Chinese painting, also known as Guohua, is the traditional painting of China. With a long history and unique style, Chinese painting has achieved high artistic accomplishments and is deeply loved by the general public. It has its own independent system in the field of world art and is a magnificent gem on the global art scene. Chinese painting can be categorized into figure painting, landscape painting, and flower-and-bird painting based on subject matter. In terms of expression, it mainly includes meticulous painting and freehand painting. Within meticulous painting, there are further distinctions such as white painting, light color painting, and heavy color painting. Freehand painting is divided into grand freehand painting, small freehand painting, and mixed meticulous and freehand painting. Chinese painting places great emphasis on the expression of the essence of objects, pays attention to formal beauty, and requires an artistic effect that combines both form and spirit, as well as a vibrant artistic rhythm. In the creative process, from observing life, studying subjects, collecting materials to the form of expression, there are unique approaches. When shaping images, attention is generally focused on the structural points of the subject itself, with modeling primarily based on lines, emphasizing brushwork, ink usage, and composition. The composition is not limited by time or space, nor is it constrained by linear perspective, offering great flexibility in handling space. The use of blank space in the painting is distinctive. Chinese painting emphasizes the perfect combination of poetry, calligraphy, painting, and seals. In terms of format, Chinese painting can be divided into zhongtang (medium-sized hanging scrolls), fan-shaped scrolls, horizontal scrolls, round fans, four-screen scrolls, single-screen scrolls, models, and doufang (square-shaped scrolls), among others. This series of books covers a rich variety of subjects, with most content accompanied by step-by-step instructions to facilitate beginners and enthusiasts in choosing and practicing.