Chinese painting form classification copy samples · The method of painting in a horizontal scroll

Author: Mao (Illustrator and Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: Chinese painting,, is a traditional form of painting in China. With a long history and unique style, Chinese painting has achieved remarkable artistic accomplishments and is deeply loved by the general public. It has its own independent system in the field of world art and is considered 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 fine-line painting and freehand brushwork. Fine-line painting is further divided into white-line painting, light-color painting, and heavy-color painting. Freehand brushwork includes large freehand brushwork, small freehand brushwork, and mixed fine-line and freehand brushwork. 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, with a lively 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 object itself, with modeling primarily based on lines, emphasizing the use of brushwork, ink, and composition. The composition is not limited by time or space, nor constrained by linear perspective, offering great flexibility in handling space, with the use of blank space being particularly distinctive. Chinese painting emphasizes the perfect combination of poetry, calligraphy, painting, and seals. In terms of painting format, Chinese painting can be categorized into zhongtang (vertical scrolls), fan-shaped scrolls, horizontal scrolls, round fans, four-screen scrolls, single-screen scrolls, models, and doufang (square frames), 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 selecting and practicing.