Chinese Calligraphy Tutorial: Strokes and Brushwork Techniques | Pang Zhonghua’s Set of Calligraphy Tutorials for Pen and Pencil

Instructor

Pang Zhonghua, a renowned Chinese calligraphy master specializing in hard-tip pen writing, explains the core techniques of vertical strokes for absolute beginners.

Course Content

A focused lesson on vertical strokes in regular script hard-tip calligraphy. It covers the standard writing methods for “Hanging Needle Vertical” and “Hanging Dew Vertical,” along with short vertical strokes, the role of vertical strokes in Chinese characters, and proper use of hard-tip writing tools.

What You’ll Learn

  1. Basic technique for vertical strokes: Start with a light diagonal pause, pull the pen down steadily, and finish by lifting naturally or gently pressing back.
  2. Distinguish between “Hanging Needle Vertical” (tapered end, often the last stroke) and “Hanging Dew Vertical” (rounded end, usable anywhere).
  3. Understand how vertical strokes function in character structure and avoid common mistakes like tilting or uneven pressure.
  4. Master practice methods from tracing to independent writing, gradually improving pen control.

Course Highlights

  1. Vivid explanations: Vertical strokes are compared to “the backbone of a character,” making concepts easy to grasp.
  2. Practical focus: Emphasizes pen grip, stroke details, and error correction.
  3. From strokes to characters: Learn not only how to write strokes but also how to apply them correctly in real characters.
  4. Designed for everyday pens like ballpoints or gel pens, fitting real-life writing scenarios.

Course Link

Watch the full lesson to master vertical strokes in hard-tip calligraphy:

https://www.bilibili.com/video/av851715637?t=38.9&p=2

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