The steps for Lu Xun's bookmark painting are as follows:

Prepare materials

Choose a suitable piece of paper, pencils, colored pens, erasers and other drawing tools.

1. Determine the theme

Lu Xun is a master of modern Chinese literature, and his works involve many fields such as society, history, and human nature. You can choose a work by Lu Xun as the theme of the bookmark, such as "Diary of a Madman", "The Scream", "The True Story of Ah Q", etc.

2. Composition

Determine the size and position of the bookmark on the paper, and then start composing the picture. You can choose a scene or character in Lu Xun's works as the subject, or you can choose Lu Xun's portrait or handwriting as the subject.

3. Draw the main body

Use a pencil to gently draw the main part, paying attention to the smoothness and accuracy of the lines. If you need to add color, you can use colored pens to fill in.

4. Add details

After the main body is drawn, you can add some details, such as background, props, light and shadow, etc., to make the picture more vivid and rich.

5. Signature

Sign your name and date on the corner of the bookmark, so that the bookmark becomes a commemorative work of art.

6. Protect the bookmark

After the bookmark is completed, you can use transparent tape or plastic film to protect it from being stained or damaged.

The origin and evolution of bookmarks

1. The origin of bookmarks

In ancient China, literati often used bamboo slices or bamboo slips as bookmarks. In ancient Egypt , people used papyrus as bookmarks. With the development and popularization of papermaking, paper bookmarks have gradually become mainstream. In the Middle Ages in Europe, people began to use small slips of paper or cards as bookmarks.

2. The evolution of bookmarks

1. In ancient times

Bookmarks were used to mark reading progress. At that time, people used bamboo slices, bamboo slips or papyrus as bookmarks. .

2. European Middle Ages

People began to use small slips of paper or cards as bookmarks, which were usually inserted into specific pages of books.

3. Early 19th century

Some bookmarks began to have decorative designs, such as patterns, text, etc.

4. 20th century

With the emergence of book covers and catalogs, bookmarks have transformed from a simple marking tool into a decoration and promotional item.

5. The 21st century

With the popularity of electronic books, the form of bookmarks has undergone new changes, and electronic bookmarks have appeared.