Ms. Yang Shufen's Eight Methods of Yongzhi by Yang Shufen

The art of Chinese calligraphy has been passed down for thousands of years, influencing generations of Chinese people. Although there are many different forms of calligraphy, all of them start with a "dot". From the "dot", various strokes of horizontal, vertical, apostrophe, and downward strokes come into being, resulting in a wide range of styles. The "Eight Methods of Yongzhi" have been passed down for more than 2,000 years and have become a treasure trove of learning for calligraphy practitioners.

Teacher Yang Shufen, after decades of calligraphy study and more than 20 years of teaching practice, has incorporated her own calligraphic experience into the traditional "Eight Methods of Winged Characters" to help students quickly understand the essence of calligraphy in a relaxing and enjoyable learning atmosphere.

Teacher Yang Shufen's "Eight Methods of Winged Characters" is a unique and easy-to-use method that emphasizes the importance of starting with large characters and moving from large to small to cultivate a solid foundation of basic calligraphy skills. At the same time, the basic stroke "right point" is the foundation of the brushwork, and according to the order of progression of the strokes: point→horizontal→vertical→sketch→hook→pick→fold, step by step, analyzing in detail the use of strokes, strokes, force, strength, and the use of ink and other methods of the heart. Beginners will be able to fully understand the qualities of the brush, and be able to use the brush flexibly to familiarize themselves with the basic strokes of the Eight Methods of the Chinese Character in a short period of time.

At the same time, students will combine Taiji Pile Work and Taiji Luck Concepts with calligraphy practice to learn how to send the body's power to the end of the brush in a state of relaxation, and to fully realize the use of fingerwork and brushwork. By relying on the Taiji principle, students can freely adjust the fatigue of writing and maintain a good learning state for a long time, which makes the learning of calligraphy twice as effective with half the effort. When you know the basic strokes well, you can copy Mr. Yang's calligraphy posters. After the basic skills are stabilized, you can study the calligraphy posters of famous writers of the past dynasties, and write a good hand at will, and swim in the sea of ink.

This set of learning methods, shouldering a traditional cultural heritage of the historical mission, not only the integration of the essence of Ms. Yang Shufen's learning, but also poured out the teacher's compassion for the contemporary mood of impatience, the heart of the heart, the dilemma of happiness is difficult to find. Through careful research and innovation, this calligraphy teaching program has been perfected to the point that it is suitable for almost everyone, young and old alike. Children can settle down, cultivate quietness and concentration. Adults can not only enjoy the peace and joy of learning, but also improve their personal cultivation, temperament and education. For the elderly, the learning process of this method not only relaxes the mood, but also harmonizes the body with the complementary effects of calligraphy and Tai Chi, so that they do not feel tired. In this relaxed and happy state, it is a good plan to maintain health for both body and mind.

A simple brush, a simple set of four treasures, if you can get the guidance of the master, can be immersed in it, should be determined to generate wisdom, nourish the temperament, enjoy the art of calligraphy of the deep and quiet beauty, this is the traditional art of calligraphy to give us the infinite significance. May the majority of calligraphy enthusiasts, on the road of calligraphy, joy and achievement together, towards a wise and joyful life.