Calligraphy is the art of Beautiful Writing. It encompases alphabetic and pictographic languages. Examples of alphabetic languages include Latin, Hebrew, Arabic, and Sanscrit. Principle pictographic languages include Chinese and Japanese.
Brush calligraphy is an art unique to Asian cultures. Shu (calligraphy), Hua (painting), Qin (a string musical instrument), and Qi (a strategic boardgame) are the four basic skills and disciplines of the Chinese literati. www.asiawind.com/art/callig
Exhibitions of calligraphy and chop/carving artwork. Includes a photo of the artist and list of current publications. www.oceanet.com.sg/khoo/English.htm
Presents information about Chinese calligraphy, including types of writing and historical masterpieces. Also provides paid services relating to Chinese calligraphy. wavedancing.net
The works of Tomoko Kodama, innovative teacher of sumi-e and oriental calligraphy. Site includes some explanation of technique and galleries of works by teacher and students. www.storm.ca/~kodama
Chinese calligraphy made to order. Choose from large selection or create your own. Categories include: Martial Arts, Dragon, Feng Shui, Love, Inspirational, and Bible. www.greendragonarts.com
Featured on Chinese calligraphy, with illustrated pictures about writing techniques, Chinese characters, writing styles and Four treasures of the study. www.chinavoc.com/arts/calligraphy.htm
Product catalog of handmade brush calligraphy items. Includes stamps, art for tattoos, wall hangings, phonetically expressed names, poems and sayings. www.asianbrushart.com
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