Compared to Yang Huajin and the other two laymen, Yuewen Entertainment Media website had many experts. As soon as Fang Yang's calligraphy and painting were uploaded, people noticed them. Unexpectedly, Fang Yang, who had disappeared for more than half a year, had published new works. Judging from the calligraphy, it was cursive script. Although there were only four characters, the characters were powerful, unrestrained and crazy, and naturally had a wonderful charm.
Many people today love cursive script because its unrestrained style easily evokes the feeling of an old man suddenly feeling young again, or the self-assuredness of a middle-aged person. Therefore, cursive script is quite popular now, and there are many people studying it.
Fang Yang's cursive script is inherited from the Sage of Cursive Script, and it has its own unique charm. Moreover, the structure between the characters is almost identical, as if measured with a ruler. Although there are only four characters, the whole is perfectly natural. In particular, "Watching the Sea and Listening to the Waves" has a profound artistic conception. Whether it is hung in a study or an office, it is a rare masterpiece.
Many people in the calligraphy world also like to write these four characters, in regular script, clerical script, cursive script, and running script. So, as soon as this piece of calligraphy was uploaded, it attracted a lot of attention. Scholars have a competitive mentality, so once this piece of calligraphy was uploaded, everyone made comparisons, secretly comparing their own works with this piece of calligraphy to see whose calligraphy was better.
As it turned out, most people were speechless at this moment. Look at the other person's handwriting, so smooth and natural, it was simply exquisite. Every single character was impeccable, and especially when viewed as a whole, it was full of mysterious artistic conception, making people want to look again and again, unable to tear themselves away.
Even the most outstanding individuals couldn't find a single flaw in it. Moreover, this piece of calligraphy was clearly written in one go, without any pauses. This requires a high level of spatial talent to construct the entire piece in one's mind before putting pen to paper.
The long-dormant literature section of Yuewen Entertainment Media website was abuzz. Many people can actually write this calligraphy, but achieving the same overall effect is not so easy. Some skeptical people even took out a short ruler and measured the horizontal spacing between the characters on the computer. They found that the spacing was almost identical. There was no need to measure the height; it was obvious to the naked eye that the spacing was consistent from top to bottom.
Calligraphy is a hobby enjoyed by many, from top to bottom. The quality of one's handwriting is not determined by personal status, but rather by talent and effort. Many people used to write exceptionally well, but due to circumstances and lack of fame, they remained unknown to the world. However, since Yuewen Entertainment Media website launched its calligraphy and painting auction section, many previously unknown masters have become active on the website, showcasing their talent and receiving high praise, even though they remain unknown in reality.
The calligraphy and painting auction area has provided a way for many people to realize their dreams and given countless people living at the bottom of society the opportunity to achieve alternative wealth. Therefore, these people gather in the calligraphy and painting area almost every day. When they have nothing to do, they chat and exchange information. Some of them discuss calligraphy and painting techniques. Many people do not have the opportunity to be taught by calligraphy and painting masters, but through mutual discussion, they can gain some inspiration. The more they talk, the more progress they will make.
As soon as Fang Yang's calligraphy was uploaded, it was discovered by these people. After all, most of them had set up new message notifications. As long as they followed Fang Yang, the website would notify them as soon as he had a new message, and these people online could see it immediately and then see Fang Yang's new work.
"Hmm, Fang Yang's characters should be cursive script, they're both flamboyant and rounded, they look very impressive."
"It should be cursive script, but it's a bit different from the cursive script we see now. You can tell what the characters are just by looking at this cursive script, but nowadays, only the author knows what the characters are in many people's cursive script. Everyone else can only guess. Also, the whole piece of calligraphy isn't as neat. Fang Yang's calligraphy looks very pleasing to the eye. I really want to own it."
"Hehe, Lao Zhao, aren't you the one who loves writing cursive script the most? Come out and tell me, what's so good about this piece of calligraphy?"
"Firstly, regarding the layout, as you can see from the photo, whether it's the horizontal, vertical, or the spacing between characters, the overall layout of this calligraphy is at its peak. In fact, looking at the script itself, although it's cursive, the characters are rounded, the transitions are very natural, and the brushstrokes are slightly wild – this is typical of the Han Dynasty style. From this, we can see that Fang Yang likely received the true teachings of a master from the Han Dynasty, but we have no way of knowing who it was, because I've never seen this style of calligraphy before."
"Old Zhao truly lives up to his reputation as a museum encyclopedia, noticing even this. However, since the rise of cursive script in the Han Dynasty, many masters have carried it forward. Perhaps Fang Yang merely imitated the style of a Han Dynasty master and then improved upon it. This is quite common nowadays. It can only be said that Fang Yang has great talent. Now, let's discuss the actual significance of Fang Yang's calligraphy. From everyone's perspective, what level has it reached in China?"
"Old Zhao, you've studied cursive script for so many years, what's your opinion?"
"I can't tell. Nowadays, the masters of cursive script in China each have their own strengths, and it's hard to distinguish who is better. Judging from Fang Yang's calligraphy, although it is simple, the simpler the script, the more skill it shows. In my personal opinion, he should be in the top ten in China."
"It's hard to say. Cursive script is very popular now, and which of those calligraphy masters doesn't have a unique cursive script skill? Fang Yang's calligraphy is good in terms of structure and layout, but if we're talking about ranking it in the top ten in the country just for the font alone, I'm afraid many people would disagree. I just wonder how big the difference would be if everyone wrote these four characters?"
"I'm afraid you're putting people in a difficult position. Even a master of cursive script who is more skilled than Fang Yang would feel pressured if he wrote the same characters after seeing this piece, especially since the spatial layout is already unsurpassable. He would find it hard to remain calm once he puts pen to paper. So, if we're going to compare, we can only compare the calligraphy of these four characters that he wrote before. That way, we can determine who is better."
"Old Hu, according to your logic, no one will dare to write these four characters in the future. It's like saying that once Fang Yang appears, no one can compete with him. That doesn't make sense, does it?"
"If you don't believe me, let's make a bet. We don't know if they wrote it down in private, but there are definitely very few that have been published publicly."
"I think Lao Hu has a point. The key is that once you have a preconceived notion, there is a comparison, which makes your mindset chaotic. If you write other characters, it's better. When you compare calligraphy, you can bring out your best skills and no one is afraid of you. But you can't write these four characters."
"Haha, Lao Wang, you're not trying to say that Fang Yang is forging his own path, leaving others with no way to go, are you?"
"I didn't, don't talk nonsense, but I'm willing to spend 500,000 to buy this calligraphy by Hou Yang, I just don't know if I can actually buy it?"
"Don't dream. Fang Yang's calligraphy has never been auctioned. This piece has most likely been taken by someone else. According to your statement, it has no descendants. You definitely can't buy it for 500,000."
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The radio waves continued to travel, eventually reaching the ears of those old folks.
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