Chinese calligraphy focuses not only on methods of writing but also on cultivating one's character (дєєе“Ѓ) and taught as a pursuit (пјЌж›ёжі• pinyin: shЕ«fЗЋ, rules of writing Han characters ).Д¬hinese calligraphy used to be popular in China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Vietnam and Hongkong. In China, calligraphy is referred to as shЕ«fЗЋ or fЗЋshЕ« (ж›ёжі•/д№¦жі•, жі•ж›ё/жі•д№¦), literally 'way/method/law of writing' shodЕЌ ( ж›ёйЃ“) in Japan ('way/principle of writing') and seoye (м„њм€ ж›ёи—ќ) in Korea ('skill/criterion of writing' ) thЖ° phГЎp (ж›ёжі•) in Vietnam ('handwriting art').Д¬hinese calligraphy appreciated more or only for its aesthetic quality has a long tradition, and is today regarded as one of the arts (Chinese и—ќиЎ“/и‰єжњЇ pinyin: yГ¬shГ№, a relatively recent word in Chinese) in the countries where it is practised. 8.1 Calligraphy in Japan, Korea and Vietnam.According to Stanley-Baker, 'Calligraphy is sheer life experienced through energy in motion that is registered as traces on silk or paper, with time and rhythm in shifting space its main ingredients.' Calligraphy has also led to the development of many forms of art in China, including seal carving, ornate paperweights, and inkstones. Distinguishing features of Chinese painting and calligraphy include an emphasis on motion charged with dynamic life. Chinese calligraphy and ink and wash painting are closely related: they are accomplished using similar tools and techniques, and have a long history of shared artistry. There are some general standardizations of the various styles of calligraphy in this tradition.

Calligraphy is considered one of the four most-sought skills and hobbies of ancient Chinese literati, along with playing stringed musical instruments, the board game 'Go', and painting. This type of expression has been widely practiced in China and has been generally held in high esteem across East Asia. Chinese calligraphy is the writing of Chinese characters as an art form, combining purely visual art and interpretation of the literary meaning.

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