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Examples of Handling the Concept of Void and Substance in Cursive Calligraphy

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Examples of Handling the Concept of Void and Substance in Cursive Calligraphy

The concept of void and substance runs throughout calligraphy; without void and substance, there is no contradiction, just as a drama without conflict becomes tedious and uninspiring. The structure of characters requires both void and substance, and the layout must also embody this principle. It is important to note that we strive to draw insights … Read more

The Concept of ‘Opening and Closing, Void and Solid’ in Tai Chi

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The Concept of 'Opening and Closing, Void and Solid' in Tai Chi

In the theory of Chen Xin, it is stated: “Opening and closing, void and solid, are the essence of boxing; ‘one opens and one closes, there are changes and constants, both void and solid are present, sometimes appearing and sometimes hiding’; ‘there is closing within opening, and opening within closing’; ‘there is void within solid, … Read more