I. Format requirements:

Seal form: Calligraphy seals are generally round or square. A circular seal is called "circular text" and a square seal is called "square text".

Font and content: the font should be clear and dignified, usually including the author's name, signature, date, work name or related title.

Layout and structure: The common layouts are "upper paragraph, middle paragraph and lower paragraph", with names or signatures on the upper or middle paragraph and dates and works names on the lower paragraph.

Seal pigment: generally use cinnabar or black inkpad, and choose the appropriate pigment according to your own needs.

Second, the production method:

Writing: write the contents of the seal with a brush or pen in running script, regular script, etc.

Carving: Carving characters and patterns on seal materials with a seal cutter or a computer engraving machine.

Inking and inspection: ink with cinnabar or inkpad to check the seal effect and ensure clear handwriting.

Third, matters needing attention:

Neat font: the font should be neat and straight, not too exaggerated or distorted.

Proportion coordination: the proportion and spacing of the upper, middle and lower sections should be coordinated and appropriate.

Accuracy of seal: ensure the accuracy and clarity of seal when making.

The making of calligraphy seal is closely related to calligraphy art, which combines the aesthetics of calligraphy with the practicality of seal. The content of the seal should be accurate and clear, and the handwriting should be neat and dignified, so as to ensure that the seal can clearly convey information and show aesthetic feeling and artistry when used.

The style and format of calligraphy seals are different due to geographical factors, personal preferences, application occasions and other factors. For example, on the official seal, it may be more standardized and formal; In personal calligraphy works, or artistic seals, more attention may be paid to the expression of calligraphy art and personalized design.

No matter what style of calligraphy seal, we should follow the standard writing principle, and keep concentration and accuracy in the process of writing, design and production to ensure the aesthetics and usability of the seal.