The "Messi" of the calligraphy world is here, do you understand?
Have you ever heard of the "Rantei Award"? This is the "World Cup" of calligraphy!
Recently, the works of Yuwen Jialin, the gold medal winner of the 8th "China Calligraphy Pavilion Award", have exploded the circle of friends.
The reaction of netizens made people laugh and cry.
"This word is so good, I can't understand it! ＂
"Is there something wrong with my eyes? How does it feel like a book from heaven? ＂
"Is this calligraphy or modern art? I'm stupid and I can't tell. ＂
Let's take a look, what kind of calligraphy works can make people both amazed and confused?
Rantei Gold Award Winner Yuwen Jialin: The "Messi" of the calligraphy world
Yuwen Jialin, this name sounds very cultured, right?
Born in Zhenjiang, Jiangsu Province in 1966, he has been on the brush since he was a child.
Imagine that you started practicing calligraphy at a young age, and now you are almost 60 years old, how many years have you to practice!
No wonder people can win the gold medal, we can't even hold the pen steadily!
Interestingly, this is the second time that Yuwen Jialin has won the Lanting Gold Award.
This is like Messi winning two consecutive World Cups, and the degree of power can be imagined.
However, don't think that he won by "bells and whistles".
On the contrary, Yuwen Jialin has been seeking breakthroughs in tradition, and this attitude of adhering to tradition without losing innovation is really admirable.
Award-winning work: a visual feast or a book from heaven?
So, what is so special about Yuwen Jialin's work?
His words give a sense of "visual feast".
Imagine standing in front of a huge work of calligraphy, each word seems to be dancing, and the strokes are flowing and agile, as if they have come to life.
Isn't this feeling more interesting than looking at boring print?
Yuwen Jialin's grass pen can be described as rich and varied.
His brushstrokes are not straight, but begin to change from the beginning, like dancing tango on paper.
The nib is sometimes light, sometimes heavy, sometimes hidden, sometimes exposed, which is more magical than magic.
Doesn't this technique, known by professionals as "twisting" brushwork, sound lofty?
What's even more powerful is that Yuwen Jialin's words also contain classical charm.
His works do not pursue unconventionality, but reveal the temperament of the ancients.
It's like wearing a retro outfit that is both stylish and stylish, the best of both worlds!
For the average viewer, this virtuosity has become an obstacle to understanding.
Some netizens joked: "This word looks like an ant dancing, I can't even tell which is the beginning and which is the end." ＂
Another person said: "I feel like I'm reading a book from heaven, do I need a special decoder to understand it?" ＂
It's actually quite normal, like when you listen to classical music for the first time, you may also think, "Is this playing the piano or fighting?" ＂
In fact, appreciating calligraphy, like appreciating other art forms, requires a certain amount of basic knowledge and aesthetic training.
It's like the first time you watch an NBA game, you may just think "wow, that's so high", but if you watch too much, you will find the doorway inside.
So, don't be discouraged, take your time, and one day you too will become a master of calligraphy appreciation!
The Inheritance and Innovation of the Art of Calligraphy: The Modern "Cross-dressing" of Ancient Art
Speaking of which, you may ask, "Is anyone still learning such a difficult calligraphy?" ＂
Don't worry, let's talk about the inheritance and innovation of the art of calligraphy.
Yuwen Jialin's success actually reflects a larger question: how to find a balance between tradition and innovation?
His approach is to seek breakthroughs and innovations based on in-depth study of traditions.
It's like learning how to cook a traditional dish and then starting to experiment with new recipes that retain the traditional flavors and have new surprises.
In today's fast-paced society, there are not many people who can calm down and study traditional calligraphy.
It is an artist like Yuwen Jialin who can give new life to this ancient art.
They are like cultural relays, passing on the wisdom of their ancestors to the next generation.
Someone said: "How can young people nowadays have the patience to practice calligraphy, they are all busy brushing Douyin!" ＂
But is that really the case?
In fact, many young people are getting into calligraphy in new ways.
For example, some people combine calligraphy with street graffiti to create a unique artistic style.
Others use digital technology to create calligraphy, giving ancient art a new lease of life in the virtual world.
Isn't this the perfect combination of tradition and modernity?
Improving the public's artistic literacy: from "incomprehensible" to "really good-looking"
So, how can we "laymen" improve our calligraphy appreciation?
Seeing more and learning more is key.
It's like learning a new language, which may feel like a book at first, but if you stick to it, you will suddenly see it one day.
Some netizens shared: "I was confused when I started to read Yuwen Jialin's words, but after reading more, I felt that it was getting more and more flavorful!" ＂
Try attending some calligraphy exhibitions or lectures.
Listening to professional explanations will give you a deeper understanding of calligraphy.
It's like someone taking you around a museum and discovering a lot of details that you wouldn't see.
Finally, don't forget to take advantage of modern technology.
There are now many apps and online courses on calligraphy that you can learn without leaving home.
Who says old art can't be learned in new ways?
Someone joked, "I use AI to learn calligraphy, and I feel like I'm playing a 'calligraphy simulator', it's so fun!" ＂
Conclusion: Calligraphy is more than just an art
In the final analysis, calligraphy is not only an art, but also a cultural heritage.
It carries the wisdom of our ancestors and records the development of Chinese civilization.
Yuwen Jialin's work is like a bridge, connecting the past and the future.
It shows us that traditional culture still has a strong vitality in modern society.
The next time you see a calligraphy work like this, don't be in a hurry to say "I don't understand".
Take a few more looks, and you might just discover a whole new world of art.
Who knows, maybe one day, you will also become the next Yuwen Jialin?