2024 China-Europe Calligraphy and Painting Masters International Art Online Exchange Exhibition - Xue Wenfa
Mr. Xue Wenfa, one of the most creative calligraphers in China, the word "creation" is simple and hard to come by. Mr. Xue deserves this honor, and there must be a reason. His works are beautiful and warm, based on the cursive script of the Tang Dynasty, absorbing the strengths of the Han Dynasty's chapter grass and simple silk script, and inclusively accommodating the brushstrokes of seal script, official script, regular script and so on. Fresh and elegant brushwork, see the simplicity and innocence, in the clumsy and beautiful pursuit of calligraphy creation inspiration, so that his calligraphy has never crossed the bottom line of calligraphy and the ancients left us the inner things, to achieve the appreciation of elegance and vulgarity, this is the foundation of Mr. Xue Wenfa's calligraphy creation can take off. Ouyang Zhongshi once commented: "Looking at Xue Wenfa's calligraphy works, "balance and symmetry, contrast and harmony, priority and subordination, sparse and moderate". Penmanship: change due to the body, steady and rich, the law is sourced, the pen is strong, and each body is comprehensive. It has formed a unique artistic style that is elegant, calm, robust and warm, smart and heavy.
His artistic creations are profound, beautiful, emotional, and energetic. "Mr. Xue's works can be described in four words: colorful. In his books, not only can he do it, but also in the works of researching new creations, you can see his exquisite penmanship and creative charm. The style of pen and ink with thousands of attitudes is dizzying. If you taste it carefully, it is not only in the form of floating surface, but also has a deep and deep feeling.
Mr. Xue Wenfa, whose pen name is Yajie, was born in August 1954 in Hancheng, Shaanxi Province, a famous historical and cultural city in China and the hometown of Sima Qian, the saint of Chinese history. In an environment with a strong style of emphasizing learning and teaching, and with a profound cultural heritage, the influence of Mr. Xue's study is naturally closely related. Obsessed with calligraphy since childhood, the older generation of calligraphers such as Ouyang Zhongshi and Liu Bingsen, who are famous calligraphers in the mainland, have gradually become fascinated and deeply fascinated by the art of calligraphy from ignorant cognition through the study of ink and inkstone with their teachers, and thus embarked on a long road of learning calligraphy. In the process of studying books, Xue Wenfa attaches great importance to practical functions. During the period of copying the ancients, he carefully studied the law of Wang Xizhi, Ouyang Xun, Yan Zhenqing, Liu Gongquan, Zhao Meng, and Mi Fu, and learned from the study of the scriptures, and comprehended the connotation of the ancients in the rigorous and pious spirit of "Shang Gu". After a long period of practice, he also has a deep understanding of the steps and significance of calligraphy. He believes that "the foundation of the temporary post must be laid. But it is not the goal, but to 'come out' from the sticker, of course, this is not achieved overnight, it must be achieved after years of practice. That's what Mr. Xue said, and that's what he did. At the same time, Mr. Xue has always adhered to the rules of 'Shanggu', not only to learn the beautiful glyphs, but more importantly, to comprehend the connotation of calligraphy from the process of posting. In the process of continuous diligent study and refinement, Xue Wenfa took a solid foundation in regular script as the bearer, and did not delay in the study of his family calligraphy. In addition to the regular characters, the line, grass, subordinate, seal are all good at it. Looking closely at his works, his line of grass "clear", "smooth", "vivid", "strong and powerful", the use of the pen of peace and frustration, can see the ink color and brushwork of "back to the wrist", and highlights the charm of "Erya" and "Xiu Quan" in the beauty and clearing. It can be said that there is "preparing for the good of the people and self-obscure, walking in the simple and idle, and there is a far-reaching and infinite taste". It is not only the fusion of exquisite brushwork and ink, but also shows its uninhibited feelings.
His seal charm has a deep and profound beauty, from which you can feel the piety, stability and prudence of "seeing the pen and ink". The shape of the character is relatively slender and uniform, the pen is strong and straight, the law is rigorous, the pen is in place, the stroke line cloth is white and symmetrical, the pen and ink are graceful, quiet and simple, the black ink is poured between, the air and bones are condensed, and there are occasional flying white flow places, then the spirit is exposed; The word is strong, stable and generous, the chapter is open and closed, rich in changes, adhering to the "round and tactful" rule and showing the tension of ancient and soft. The whole work is neatly arranged, the interpretation, the inscription, and the printing have their own characteristics, the overall appearance is stable and dignified, delicate and beautiful, in the momentum of rigidity and softness, the form and content complement each other, so that the work is full of lush vitality in the natural rhythm.
In addition to re-entering the ancient world, Mr. Xue's study is also adapting. Integrate your own understanding and experience into your works, and then express them with brush and ink techniques, and finally form your own personal style. ”
Through years of practice, he summed up the five-character calligraphy rules of attendance, understanding, learning, practice, and path. Excellence, perseverance is its spiritual support, for the penmanship, it is necessary to master the law in the long-term exploration. In his works, people can not only see the artistic image of the words, but also feel the rhythm of the dance lines and the harmony of the poems, looking at his works, in the rhythm of the relaxation and rhythm of the penetration of the bones and soul of the works, with the writing of flesh and bones, with the charm of pen and ink, the interest and vivid life of the spirituality to give wandering strokes, constituting a vivid work with both form and spirit, and unique brushwork, but also the achievement of Xue Wenfa's artistic status in today's book world.
Mr. Xue Wenfa is currently a national first-class artist, a state diplomatic gift artist, a Chinese national gift artist, a 2023 Forbes China (Art Forbes) Top Ten Celebrities, a patriotic art image ambassador, a global promotion ambassador of Chinese culture, an international communication ambassador of Chinese culture and art, an outstanding inheritor of ancient Chinese culture, the most influential artist in China, and a leading figure in Chinese painting and calligraphy.
He is currently the chairman of the Calligraphy and Painting Art Committee of the National People's Artist Credit Management Center, the chairman of the Sino-Confucian Cultural Industry Alliance, the vice chairman of the Hong Kong Chinese Calligraphers Association, a member of the Chinese Calligraphers Association, a member of the Calligraphers Association of Central State Organs, a member of the Calligraphers and Painters Working Committee of the New Literary and Art Group of the Chinese Calligraphers and Painters Association, a member of the Calligraphy Art Research Association of the China Couplet Association, a member of the Ink and Wash Danqing Painting and Calligraphy Institute of China Education Television, the vice chairman of the China Enterprise Reporting Art Capital Council, and a member of the Artist Working Committee of the China Enterprise Culture Promotion Association. He is a member of the Calligraphy and Painting Evaluation and Appraisal Committee of the Treasure House of Chinese Calligraphy and Painting, and an expert member of the Chinese Cultural Inheritance Committee of the China International Reportage Research Association. His calligraphy works have participated in international, national, provincial and municipal competitions for many times, and have won gold medals, special gold medals, the highest honor awards, and the highest achievement awards. And by many enterprises, scholars and calligraphy and painting lovers at home and abroad collection, a number of works presented to foreign dignitaries with national gifts, many times to participate in the former Ministry of Culture, China Federation of Literary and Art Circles and other units to organize the outing and into the corporate cultural exchanges, many times to participate in the Central Spring Festival Gala calligraphy and painting collection recording, has published a collection of personal calligraphy works, in June 2016 and Mr. Ouyang Zhongshi cooperated to publish "Chinese calligraphy and painting two major works appreciation". Since 2017, he has published a solo album for many years to present the National People's Congress and the National People's Congress.
For a long time, although Mr. Xue Wenfa has been coping with more busy work and social activities on weekdays, he still does not delay his work in Linchi, not only in the art of calligraphy has not lagged behind, but has obtained a better artistic environment, and thus obtained higher achievements. Mr. Xue's personal biography and many works have been included in "Chinese Art Masters", "Who's Who of Chinese Calligraphers and Painters", "Chinese Contemporary Calligraphy and Painting Masters Library", "Leading China's Pride of the Times", "Calligraphy and Painting Collection: An Anthology of Chinese Calligraphy and Painting Masters to Maintain and Increase Their Value", "Chinese Elite Talent Collection", "Chinese Power ---- Innovative Figures Achievement Ceremony", "Pioneer of the Times of Innovative China", "Beautiful China Builders", "Hymn to the Chinese Dream Republic", "Chinese Calligraphy Historical Books", Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Contemporary Masters" and many other classic masterpieces, and has been interviewed and reported by CCTV, Shaanxi TV, CCTV, China Calligraphy and Painting Network and various media newspapers and periodicals.
It has been awarded by the China ISQ9000A Art System Qualification Certification Review Committee, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the National Calligraphy and Painting Competition Jury, the Organizing Committee and other institutions respectively: "Virtue and Art Shuangxin Calligraphy and Painting Master", "Chinese Outstanding Figure", "Chinese Power ---- Innovative Figure", "Chinese Outstanding Patriot", "Famous Calligrapher and Painter", "Outstanding People's Artist", "Top 100 Contemporary Calligraphy and Painting Masters", "Contemporary Art Master", "Contemporary Strength of 100 Calligraphy and Painting", "People's Calligrapher and Painter with the Most Appreciation Potential", " Chinese Love Painting and Calligraphy Art Master", "China 21st Century Outstanding Artist", "Chinese Contemporary Painting and Calligraphy Master", "Outstanding Inheritor of Chinese Ancient Culture", "Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Leader", "Brand Influence Calligraphy Art Figure", "Chinese Contemporary Artist with the Most Investment Collection Value", "New China's Most Influential Artist", "Art Elite", "World Cultural Exchange Great Contribution Award", "Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Lifetime Achievement Award" and other honorary titles.
Although he has received a lot of accolades, Mr. Xue has always adhered to the life creed of "being a man first, then practicing art, being endlessly knowledgeable, and tireless". Over the years, he has done good deeds for public welfare, such as charity sales for disaster relief, word donation for poverty alleviation, and donations and materials, and he never thinks about returning. Mr. Xue's integrity and purity have won him praise from the society and the people.
Mr. Xue Wenfa is one of the most creative calligraphers in China. The term "creation" is written simply and not easily obtained. Mr. Xue deserves this honor for a reason. His works are beautiful and gentle, based on the cursive script of the Tang Dynasty, incorporating the strengths of the Han Dynasty's Zhangcao and Jianbo scripts, and accommodating the brushwork of seal script, clerical script, regular script, and other elements. The fresh and elegant brushwork reflects simplicity and innocence, and he pursues the inspiration of calligraphy creation in the simplicity and beauty. His calligraphy has never surpassed the bottom line of calligraphy and the inner things left by the ancients, achieving a common appreciation of both refined and popular. This is the fundamental reason why Mr. Xue Wenfa can soar in calligraphy creation. Ouyang Zhongshi once commented: "Looking at Xue Wenfa's calligraphy works, they are balanced and symmetrical, with harmonious contrast, appropriate emphasis and density." The brushwork: varies according to the body, solid and rich, active and powerful, with each body being integrated. It forms a unique artistic style that is elegant and stable, robust and warm, and lively and heavy.
His artistic creations have profound connotations, beautiful artistic conception, emotions, and vitality. Mr. Xue's works can be described as diverse and colorful in four words. In his works, not only can he use various forms such as line, grass, clerical script, and seal script, but also in his innovative works, one can see his superb brushwork skills and creative charm. His diverse brushwork and ink styles are breathtaking. If you carefully examine them, it is not just a superficial form, but also a deep and profound sentiment that is deep, elegant, distant, and profound.
Mr. Xue Wenfa, whose pen name is Yajie, was born in August 1954 in Hancheng, Shaanxi Province, China, in the hometown of Sima Qian, a renowned historical and cultural city in China. Since ancient times, there have been many outstanding people in the place of earthly spirit, living in an environment with a strong emphasis on learning and education, and a profound cultural background, which naturally had a close impact on Mr. Xue's study of books. I have been obsessed with calligraphy since I was young. The older generation of calligraphers, such as Ouyang Zhongshi and Liu Bingsen, who were famous calligraphers in our country and from the Qianghan Mountains, gradually became fascinated and deeply addicted to the art of calligraphy through studying ink inkstones with their teachers. Through exposure and observation, they embarked on a long journey of learning calligraphy. During the process of studying, Xue Wenfa placed great emphasis on practical application. During the period of inheriting ancient texts, he carefully studied the calligraphy of Wang Xizhi, Ouyang Xun, Yan Zhenqing, Liu Gongquan, Zhao Meng, and Mi Fu, drawing on the strengths of various schools from the study of calligraphy, and comprehending the connotations of ancient works in a rigorous and devout spirit of "valuing the ancient". After long-term practice, he also gained a deep understanding of the steps and significance of studying books. He believes that "the foundation of copywriting must be laid well. However, only focusing on good calligraphy is not the goal, but it is necessary to 'step out' from the post. Of course, this is not achieved overnight, it must be achieved through years of practice." Mr. Xue said and did the same. At the same time, Mr. Xue has always adhered to the 'ancient' rule, not only learning beautiful character shapes, but more importantly, understanding the essence of calligraphy through the process of copywriting. In the process of continuous diligent learning and refinement, Xue Wenfa takes a solid foundation in regular script as a carrier, let alone studying and researching his family's calligraphy style. Grass, clerical script, and seal script are all his specialties. Upon closer inspection of his works, his brushwork is "clear and distant", "smooth in brushwork", "vivid", and "powerful and powerful". With his calm and vigorous brushwork, he can clearly see the ink color and meaning of "turning back the wrist and remaining momentum", showcasing the charm of "elegance" and "elegance" in the elegant and elegant style. It can be said that he is "prepared for the good of others and self concealing, walking in a simple and leisurely manner, and has a profound and infinite flavor." Not only is the fusion of exquisite brushwork, but also showcases his unrestrained and unrestrained carefree emotions.
His seal script and clerical script have a profound and restrained beauty, from which one can feel the piety, stability, and meticulousness of "seeing the pen and ink, one becomes dignified". The form of its characters is relatively slender and uniform, with strong and straight strokes, rigorous brushstrokes, accurate brushstrokes, and white and harmonious strokes. The strokes are elegant, quiet and simple, with black ink pouring between the air and bones condensed, and occasional white flowing areas, revealing the spirit; The character has a strong and firm posture, with a stable and magnanimous end. The composition is open and closed, rich in changes, adhering to the principle of "roundness, elegance, and fluency", and displaying the tension of antiquity and softness. The entire work is arranged neatly, with unique features in interpretation, signature, and printing. The overall appearance is stable and dignified, with a delicate and flowing beauty. In the balance of firmness and softness, the form and content complement each other, making the work exude a vibrant vitality in the natural rhythm.
Mr. Xue is not only returning to ancient times, but also being adaptable when studying. Integrate one's own understanding and experience into the work, and then use brush and ink techniques to express them, ultimately forming one's own personal style.
He has summarized the five character learning rules of attendance, enlightenment, learning, practice, and path through years of practice. Striving for excellence and perseverance are its spiritual support, while mastering the rules of writing and composition through long-term exploration is necessary. In his works, people can not only see the artistic image of characters, but also feel the harmonious rhythm of dance lines and poetry. Observing his works, the muscles and soul of the works are permeated in the rhythmic jumps of tension and relaxation. With the spirit of writing, the spirit of life is vividly endowed to the wandering strokes, forming a vivid work with both form and spirit, and unique and exquisite brushstrokes, which further achieves Xue Wenfa's artistic position in today's literary world.
Mr. Xue Wenfa is currently a national first-class artist, a national diplomatic gift artist, a Chinese national gift artist, a 2023 Forbes China (Art Forbes) Top 10 Celebrities, a patriotic art image ambassador, a global promotion ambassador for Chinese culture, an international dissemination ambassador for Chinese culture and art, an outstanding inheritor of Chinese ancient culture, the most influential artist in China, and a leading figure in Chinese calligraphy and painting.
The current Chairman of the Calligraphy and Painting Art Committee of the National People's Artists Credit Management Center, Chairman of the Chinese Confucian Cultural Industry Alliance, Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Chinese Calligraphers Association, Member of the Chinese Calligraphers Association, Member of the Central State Organ Calligraphers Association, Member of the New Art Group Calligraphers and Painters Work Committee of the Chinese Calligraphers and Painters Association, Member of the Calligraphy Art Research Association of the Chinese Couplets Association, Member of the China Education Television Ink and Painting Painting Academy, Vice Chairman of the China Enterprise Reporting Art Capital Council, Member of the Artists Work Committee of the China Enterprise Culture Promotion Association, Member of the "Chinese Calligraphy and Painting Treasure" Calligraphy and Painting Evaluation Committee, and Expert Member of the Chinese Culture Inheritance Committee of the China International Reportage Literature Research Association. His calligraphy works have participated in international, national, and provincial and municipal competitions multiple times, winning gold awards, special gold awards, highest honor awards, and highest achievement awards. And it has been collected by numerous enterprises, scholars at home and abroad, and calligraphy and painting enthusiasts. Many works are presented as national gifts to foreign political figures, and I have participated in various outings and corporate cultural exchanges organized by the former Ministry of Culture, China Federation of Literary and Art Circles, and participated in the recording of the Central Spring Festival Gala Calligraphy and Painting Collection multiple times. I have also published a collection of my own calligraphy works. In June 2016, I collaborated with Mr. Ouyang Zhongshi to publish "Appreciation of the Works of Chinese Calligraphy and Painting.". Since 2017, I have been publishing my personal album as a tribute to the National People's Congress and Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference for many consecutive years.
Throughout the years, Mr. Xue Wenfa has been handling busier work and social activities, but he has not hindered his achievements in Linchi. Not only has he not fallen behind in calligraphy art, but he has also achieved a more refined artistic realm and higher achievements as a result. Mr. Xue's personal biography and multiple works have been included in the "Masters of Chinese Art", "Celebrity List of Chinese Calligraphers and Painters", "Library of Contemporary Chinese Calligraphers and Painters", "Proud Figures Leading China", "Selected Works of Chinese Calligraphers and Painters Preserving and Increasing Value", "Classic of Chinese Elite Talents", "Chinese Power - Achievement of Innovative Figures", "Pioneer of Innovating China", "Beautiful Chinese Builders", "Documentary Books of Large Figures in the Praise of the Chinese Dream Republic", "Historical Records of Chinese Calligraphy", "Contemporary Famous Chinese Calligraphers and Painters", and many other classic masterpieces. They have also been published on CCTV, Shaanxi TV, CCTV, etc. China Painting and Calligraphy Network and various media outlets have conducted multiple interviews and reports.
Through the China ISQ9000A Art System Qualification Certification and Evaluation Committee, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the National Calligraphy and Painting Competition Jury, Organizing Committee and other institutions, we have been awarded the titles of "Deyi Shuangxin Calligraphy and Painting Master", "Huaxia Outstanding Figure", "China Power - Innovative Figure", "China Outstanding Patriot", "Famous Calligrapher and Painter", "Excellent People's Artist", "Top 100 Contemporary Calligraphers and Painters", "Contemporary Strength Calligrapher and Painter Hundred", "People's Calligrapher and Painter with the Most Appreciation Potential", "China Love Calligrapher and Painter Art Master", "China 21st Century Outstanding Artist", "China Contemporary Calligrapher and Painter Master", "China Ancient Calligrapher and Painter Master" Honorary titles such as "Excellent Inheritor of Culture", "Leading Figure in Chinese Calligraphy and Painting", "Brand Influential Calligraphy Art Figure", "Artist with the Most Investment and Collection Value in Contemporary China", "Most Influential Artist in New China", "Elite in the Art Industry", "Great Contribution Award for World Cultural Exchange", "Lifetime Achievement Award for Chinese Calligraphy and Painting", etc.
Although he has received many accolades, Mr. Xue has always adhered to the life philosophy of "being a good person first, then pursuing a career in art, being knowledgeable and tireless in his actions". His artistic career has never been influenced by fame and fortune, only by being cautious and self reliant. For many years, he has been good at public welfare, such as charity sales for disaster relief, giving words for poverty alleviation, and donating money and materials. He never thinks of giving back. Mr. Xue's upright character and pure artistic conception have earned him praise from society and the public.