Contemporary Calligraphy Masterpieces Appreciation -- Calligraphy Works of Xie Jiyun

Author: Jia Dejiang, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2006-05-01
Features: The beauty of calligraphy lies in its foundation of lines. A calligrapher's depth of understanding and mastery of lines largely determines their level of calligraphic creation. Therefore, when appreciating Xie Jiyun's calligraphy, lines should be regarded as the key. The elegant, unrestrained, and naturally vivid life-like charm in his works, along with the artistic sensibility of "[nurturing things silently]," are achieved through his dynamic, varied, and expressive calligraphic lines. In his hands, there are no rigid ink blocks or stiff lines, nor distorted imitations. The rise, fall, turn, and connection of his brushstrokes remain in a natural, smooth, and spontaneous state of movement, embodying the essence of the word "[alive]." Like a graceful dancer, he completes a series of vivid forms through his skillful twists and turns, his movements so fluid that one often fails to notice the immense technical difficulty behind them, instead being captivated by the spontaneous and unadorned romanticism he exudes. Xie Jiyun's calligraphy is not swayed by trendy styles but firmly adheres to the traditional path. This is a conscious rational choice on his part, and this choice itself tells us that he is prepared to walk the difficult and solitary path of continuously improving his calligraphy. This is a sincere act of courage. Behind this choice, we see the enduring charm of traditional aesthetics and the unique personality of Bashu culture. Xie Jiyun is a typical representative of calligraphy who embodies both.