Shodo Calligraphy ArticleThe Artistry of Wu Changshuo (呉昌碩)
Explore Wu Changshuo, a master calligrapher whose innovative style revolutionized modern Chinese calligraphy and left a lasting legacy.
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Shodo Calligraphy ArticleWang Xizhi (王羲之): The Sage of Calligraphy
Discover Wang Xizhi, a master calligrapher whose innovative styles and "Preface to the Lanting Gathering" shaped Chinese calligraphy for generations.
Shodo Calligraphy ArticleThe Richness of Kanji: Unveiling the Five Font Styles
5 styles as Kanji (Chinese characters) styles: “楷書 (Square style)”, “行書 (Running style)”, “草書 (Cursive style)”, “隷書 (Clerical style)”, and “篆書 (Seal style)”. Even one character can be written in a variety of styles.This article introduces all the 5 styles so that you can experience the richness of Kanji character expression.
Shodo Calligraphy ArticleCalligraphy Essential tools: A Closer Look at the Four Treasures
The most essential tools and materials for calligraphy are inkstones, brushes, ink, and paper. These 4 tools and materials are called “文房四宝(Bumbo-shiho)”, which means 4 treasures of Shodo. These tools and materials are the most important stationery in calligraphy. This article introduces these 4 tools and materials.