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Basic Calligraphy Instructions
Brushes: The brushes should be soaked in water for 10-15 minutes
prior to their first use. After each use, the brushes should be cleaned
and the original 'point" can be reestablished simply by using your
fingers to create a point while still wet.
Ink Stick: The" trick" is to use very little water. Water should be "dripped" upon the stone surface. The ink stick should be rubbed against the moistened stone surface in a circular manner. Depending upon the desire for color intensity the artist will dip the brush upon different areas of the stone. The more water, the less intense the color of the black ink. Ink will collect in the small reservoir of the stone, but it also can be drawn from the overall rock surface. The ink should be kept away from the face.
Porcelain Brush Holder: The small curved porcelain piece is intended to hold the brushes in a semi-inclined position above the table surface while being used.
How to Hold the Brush
It is best to hold the brush using the forefinger and the thumb. The brush
can then rest against the middle finger. The brush should be held upright
arm and elbow raised with the hand not touching the paper. The brush should
always be held at a point slightly above center allowing for more controlled
movements.
How to Write Calligraphy
When writing Chinese words, it is critical to follow the proper stroke
order and proportions. You may wish to purchase a good book with detailed
diagrams showing Chinese charactors. We would also recommend some introduction
into the philosophy and methodology of Chinese Caligraphy such as found
here.
If creating English or other non-Asian language calligraphy, you may find
online lessons such as this
to be of great help. As always, have fun!
