Sun Boxiang on Art

Author: Liu Yunfeng
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: How to write Wei Stele, how to copy "Shiping Gong Zaoxiang Ji," how to copy "Zhang Menglong Stele" – all can be found in this book with accurate and practical answers. The strokes should have bone, blood, and flesh, while pursuing grandeur, also seek tranquility. Write earnestly, without pretense. Writing is to write the sky, the earth, and the Chinese nation. In these casual conversations, we can gain many insights and benefits. In modern society, where it is fashionable to build new disciplines and establish grand theoretical systems, resulting in daunting, post-rain bamboo shoot-like voluminous calligraphy theory books, Mr. Sun Boxiang's Art Talk seems somewhat slim in volume. However, the thoughts contained in this Art Talk are rich and profound, and the content discussed is practical and clear. In this Art Talk, there are no pretentious theories, no irrelevant remarks, or empty speculations. Every piece of writing is like Mr. Sun's calligraphy – the solidification of sweat, the crystallization of heart and mind, the perception of life, and the elevation of art. Whether it is a renowned artist or a beginner just starting out, everyone will draw nourishment from this book, feel a sense of achievement, and even experience joy. This is the impression I continuously deepened while editing this book. Precisely because of this, I dared not claim exclusivity and took time out amidst my busy schedule to compile Mr. Sun's lectures, manuscripts, and conversations into this Art Talk. If, after reading this book, you do not consider the above words as vain, I will feel truly contented.