1, font and structure
Running script (cursive script): Running script is a form of cursive script with simple fonts and unique strokes. Generally speaking, the font of running script is flat, horizontal and vertical, and there is a great connection and cohesion between strokes, which forms the characteristics of continuous and smooth writing.
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Block letters (regular script): Block letters are a standard writing form of regular script, with regular fonts and rigorous structure. The strokes in block letters are square and neat, with a certain interval and clarity between each stroke, forming a stable and straight writing feature.
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2. Writing style and book style
Running script: Running script pays attention to smooth speed, rapid writing, vigorous strokes and direct and smooth expression of ideas, which is suitable for fast and concise writing occasions, such as cursive script and cursive rubbings.
Block letters: block letters pay attention to standardization and neatness, exquisite writing, standardized structure and balanced aesthetic feeling, which are suitable for neat and fine writing occasions, such as calligraphy works, couplets and seal cutting.
Generally speaking, running script pays attention to writing speed and free expression, focusing on the expression of personal feelings and emotions; Block letters pay attention to the rigor of writing norms and structure, emphasizing the overall aesthetic feeling and artistic form. Different calligraphy styles have different characteristics and application occasions, and choosing the appropriate writing style needs to be decided according to specific needs and personal preferences.
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Characteristics of regular script and official script
1, bold features
(1) Brightness and thickness: The strokes of bold characters are obviously thicker, which is stronger and more powerful than other fonts, giving people a sense of stability and strength.
(2) High readability: bold fonts have good readability, and their bold features make the outlines of letters and glyphs clearly visible, making the characters easier to identify.
(3) Strong visual impact: Due to the thickness and masculinity of bold fonts, bold fonts can give people a strong visual impact when reading or designing, which is easy to attract people's attention.
(4) High contrast: The black-and-white contrast of bold fonts is obvious, and the strong contrast makes the text more eye-catching and is conducive to the transmission of information.
2. The characteristics of official script
(1) Strong line change: The line change of Lishu is very obvious, with thick and thin, straight and curved. The strokes of the glyph are carefully designed, and the lines are changeable, free and dynamic.
(2) Stiff and powerful: the structure of official script is rigorous, and the strokes are mostly straight, flowing and curved, full of strength and strong impact. Give people a firm and powerful impression, showing a strong and resolute temperament.
(3) Vertical and horizontal combination: Lishu fonts are often matched in the form of horizontal folding and vertical, and the horizontal and vertical lines are more closely combined. This feature makes the glyph of official script appear stable and powerful.
(4) Concise and beautiful: Lishu pursues simple writing style, and removes some complicated strokes to make the font more concise and lively. At the same time, the strokes of Lishu still maintain a beautiful and charming style.