Why does it feel like the pen tip always splits when writing calligraphy?

Brush calligraphy is a traditional Chinese calligraphy art. It has attracted the love of countless people with its unique charm and beauty. However, for beginners, you may encounter some problems when writing calligraphy, one of which is the splitting of the pen tip. So, why do we feel that the pen tip always bifurcates when we write calligraphy?

First of all, we need to understand the structure of the brush. The writing brush consists of three parts: pen barrel, pen tip and pen core. The pen head is made of animal hair, such as wolf hair, sheep hair, etc. The refill is made of plant fibers, such as bamboo, wood, etc. During the writing process, the pen core absorbs moisture, making the pen tip soft and elastic.

When we write, if we use too much force or too fast, the pen core will absorb too much water, causing the pen tip to become too wet. At this time, the hair on the pen tip will stick together and form bifurcation. In addition, if the ink used is of poor quality, it may also cause the pen tip to split.

In order to avoid this situation from happening, we can take the following methods:

1. Control strength: When writing, you should control the strength appropriately and avoid using too much force. At the same time, you should also pay attention to maintaining a certain speed, not too fast or too slow.

2. Choose good ink: The quality of ink has a great impact on the writing effect of calligraphy. Therefore, we should choose ink that is of good quality, bright in color, and does not clog the pen tip.

3. Maintain the brush: Proper maintenance should be performed on the brush before and after using it. For example, you can wash the pen tip with warm water to keep it clean; you can also use a paper towel to gently wipe the pen tip to remove excess moisture.