30-hour Brush Pen and Fountain Pen Calligraphy Crash Course

Author: Zhao Yonghua
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: After decades of practicing calligraphy, the experiences are like fish drinking water—warm or cold, one knows best. Yet the author firmly believes that with perseverance and a willingness to overcome hardships, everyone can master calligraphy. The author was originally an ordinary farmer, worked as a doctor, and at the age of 43, abandoned traditional Chinese medicine to make a living by selling calligraphy works. Together with his wife, he traveled across the country, exploring most of China. Whenever he arrived at a new place, he would first visit local bookstores to collect published calligraphy works by renowned masters. Then, he would visit local calligraphers and painters to exchange ideas on creative techniques or tour local scenic spots to observe ancient inscriptions and ink traces left by the past. These experiences have greatly benefited his artistic creation. The book is rich in content, well-structured, and offers unique methods, including key points for copying, writing techniques, and creative insights. Through repeated practice, it has proven highly effective. For practicality, all model texts in the book are written in simplified Chinese.