Copying Chinese Calligraphy

Copying Chinese Calligraphy: A Complete Guide for Beginners

“I’m a beginner at copying Chinese calligraphy. How should I practice?” This is a question many Chinese calligraphy enthusiasts frequently ask me on WeChat. Today, Qi Ming is sharing my own experience with copying Chinese calligraphy to help beginners master this traditional art form. Essential Preparation Before Copying Chinese Calligraphy Before you officially start copying…

How Did Ancient Chinese Calligraphers Hold Their Brushes

How Did Ancient Chinese Calligraphers Hold Their Brushes?

How Did Ancient Chinese Calligraphers Hold Their Brushes?Have you ever thought about this question? Today I’m sharing an article originally titled “How Did Wang Xizhi Hold His Brush? Experts Say He May Have Used the ‘Two-Finger Method’,” originally published in Yangtze Evening News. Qi Ming finds this very interesting (though this doesn’t necessarily represent my…

What Are Resting Wrist, Suspended Wrist, Suspended Elbow and How to Choose?

What Are Resting Wrist, Suspended Wrist, Suspended Elbow and How to Choose?

Understanding the differences between resting wrist, suspended wrist, and suspended elbow techniques is straightforward for experienced Chinese calligraphy practitioners. However, many beginners find themselves confused about these fundamental hand positions. The main questions beginners ask are: What exactly are resting wrist, suspended wrist, and suspended elbow techniques? Which method should I start with as a…

Slender Gold Style

Why Slender Gold Style Isn’t the Best Choice for Beginners in Chinese Calligraphy

Recently, a friend asked me to consult the beginner calligraphy want to learn Slender Gold Style or not, I think this question is also a lot of Slender Gold Style feel very like, and then especially want to learn friends may have doubts, so I think if there is an article can answer this question,…