Chinese painting form classification copy samples · Painting method of round fans

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 established its own system within the global art world, standing as a magnificent gem on the world's 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-ink painting, light-color painting, and heavy-color painting. Freehand painting is divided into large freehand, small freehand, and mixed meticulous and freehand styles. Chinese painting places great emphasis on the essence of the subject matter, emphasizes formal beauty, and requires an artistic effect that combines both form and spirit, as well as a vibrant artistic atmosphere. In the creative process, from observing life, studying the subject, collecting materials to the expression of form, there are unique approaches. When shaping images, attention is generally given to the structure 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 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 paintings can be categorized into zhongtang (large hanging scrolls), fan-shaped scrolls, horizontal scrolls, round fans, four-panel screens, vertical scrolls, models, and doufang (square frames), among others. This series of books covers a rich variety of themes, with most content accompanied by step-by-step instructions to facilitate copying and practice for beginners and enthusiasts.