On Writing The Calligraphic Work In Running-Regular Script

Running-regular script (Pinyin:Xing kai shu) is an important style of Chinese calligraphy between running script and regular script. Its origin can be traced back from the Cao Wei (AD220-265) and Jin Dynasty (265-420). Nurtured by the regular script in the calligraphy of the Tang Dynasty (618-907), it was gradually developed and perfect in the Five Dynasties (907-960). In the Song Dynasty (960-1279), it was finally prosperous because the script was immersed in the atmosphere of that period, that very much valued the spirit of calligraphic works. Basically the calligraphic work in running-regular style has unique technique and expression in brushwork dynamic, stroke and construction, as well as shape and layout. From the perspective of aesthetic, the script make it possible to feel the motion in the still, the exquisite in detail, the novelty within the plain, and the spirits beyond the principles. Consequently, running-regular script is not only of practicability but also of artistic value, and in-depth explorations are demanded.