Exclusive Art Form: Calligraphy
Each and every culture has its own uniqueness with a
background, covering history. This
unique culture can be seen in regular particular lifestyles, clothing, food and
paintings. Some of the cultures come from ancient times and the elders pass on
those to younger generations.
In this way, there is a unique specialization art of
calligraphy which has been passed from generations to generations. This is an
art which is related to writing which can even be used as painting. It is a
skill full manner of art which relates the signs into abbreviations.
To give a simple explanation of calligraphy, it is decorated
handwriting, which can be achieved by learning and with special pens and
brushes available.
Types Of Calligraphy:
In order to create something amazing form of art, there are
several types of calligraphies. But the main 3 are:
Ø Western
Ø Arabic
Ø Oriental
Here we are going to see Chinese calligraphy, the Asian
calligraphy. The Chinese calligraphy paintings are of an Asian type. The main aspect of Chinese calligraphy is
that in China, paintings and writing are closely related. Chinese calligraphy
is also known as ‘shufa’ which means the art of writing Chinese characters.
There are many treasurable things in China including
calligraphy and painting. It is part and parcel and the soul of Chinese
culture. The Chinese calligraphy requires an ink brush, ink stick, paper and
ink stone which are called as the four treasures of calligraphy. The ink is
made with the stone and with beautiful strokes formed by the ink brush, magic
appears on the paper.
Ancient Art Form:
The Chinese calligraphy depicts their long and old history.
They manifest over their ancient art stories and characters and try to
incorporate it all through calligraphy painting. All the other calligraphies mentioned have their own unique
way of expression, however distinctive feature and original style keeps Chinese
calligraphy unique.
Modern Art Form:
Though calligraphy is an ancient form of art there is a
retrospective modern version to it. It is like the upgraded form of calligraphy
which ranges in the use of wedding cards, greeting cards etc. The written work
in modern form can be either readable or just for the designs.
In many cases, calligraphy is still a special form in fonts
as well as paintings. Its uniqueness is embedded in all sorts of modern-day
paintings.
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