The difference between hard pen calligraphy and soft pen calligraphy

Hard-pen calligraphy and soft-pen calligraphy are two different writing techniques, and there are the following differences between them:

The materials of pen tips are different: Hard-pen calligraphy requires a pen tip made of metal or other hard materials, while soft-pen calligraphy usually refers to a brush or other soft pen tip.

Different writing styles: In hard pen calligraphy, strokes are usually completed by uniform pressure and speed. In soft pen calligraphy, strokes are mainly expressed by describing the temperament and posture of objects.

The eyebrows and the tails are different in importance: the starting point, ending point and thickness change of hard pen characters are usually represented by sharp eyebrows and deep tails. In soft-brush calligraphy, we pay attention to the change of "entry and exit" of strokes, and pay attention to the free and smooth posture and charm.

Wrist movements are different: the brush movements of hard pen calligraphy are controlled by the wrist, which often requires the consistent coordination of strength and angle; Soft-pen calligraphy, on the other hand, emphasizes the dynamic feeling that runs through the arm and body. For example, using the strength of shoulders and chest can produce freer and more flexible strokes.

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In short, both hard-pen calligraphy and soft-pen calligraphy have their own characteristics and their applicable scenes. Hard pen calligraphy is mostly used in writing, office and other occasions, while soft pen calligraphy is more widely used in artistic creation, decorative culture and artistic design.