The growth system comes at the age of 30

Chapter 106 Portraiture

"Is there anyone who wants to buy my calligraphy and paintings again?"

Chen Jingle was stunned for a moment when he saw the message sent by Li Beixing.

No, isn’t your work so popular?
Or is it that there are too many rich people in this world, with too much money to spend, so they would spend tens of thousands of dollars to buy the work of an unknown minor character?

hiss~
Chen Jingle took a deep breath and asked with a smile, "Does this count as my reputation slowly spreading?"

"Why not?"

Li Beixing's eyes turned into crescent shapes when she smiled.

In fact, she was the first person to buy Chen Jingle's works.

At that time, I bought two calligraphy works for 10,000 yuan. Based on the idea that money can’t buy what I like, the price was higher than the market price.

How long has it been? The price has increased several times.

This shows that the quality of his works is indeed recognized by everyone.

Chen Jingle said sincerely: "Thank you, Teacher Li!"

Li Beixing was a little unhappy: "Didn't we agree to just call me by my name?"

Chen Jingle: "It just came out of my mouth. Sorry."

Li Beixing didn't hesitate: "You can take it, right?"

Chen Jingle replied: "Of course I will take it. It would be foolish not to make money. Please tell the client that I will make sure he is satisfied. If he is not satisfied, I will paint until he is satisfied."

As for Boss Long’s request, it was no big deal for him.

Take it with your hands!

Paintings like "Customers come like clouds" hung in the store are similar to those like "Heaven rewards hard work" and "The highest good is like water". For flower and bird paintings, you can consider using the meticulous approach to highlight the Lingnan characteristics as much as possible.

Satisfied!

Li Beixing couldn't help laughing: "You really are..."

"What is it? Are you blinded by money?" Chen Jingle asked with a smile.

"No, that's not what I meant." Li Beixing was a little embarrassed and explained quickly.

Chen Jingle didn't care: "It's okay, even if they say yes, I don't mind, because this is a transaction. People spend money to buy my works, so of course I have to make them satisfied. I can't let them spend money and be taken advantage of."

Li Beixing asked him curiously: "Are you short of money?"

Chen Jingle: "I think few people dare to say that they don't lack money, right? They can only say that they don't lack small amounts of money, but not big amounts of money."

He is really worried about money now.

I was lying down and having a good time, but suddenly my material desires started to rise again, which disrupted my life a bit. This is not good.

Fortunately, he was able to control his own thoughts, and did not let material desires control his heart, nor did he waste too much energy.

Just think about it, there’s nothing wrong with thinking about it.

Just respect objective reality while thinking about it and don't daydream.

Li Beixing fell into deep thought after hearing this.

Before she could think about it, Chen Jingle said, "By the way, last time I told you I would make up a painting for you, have you decided what to paint?"

Li Beixing's train of thought was interrupted: "I haven't thought about it yet. How about you give me some advice?"

Chen Jingle was surprised: "Me? Uh, how about I draw a portrait of you?"

"Ah? Is it okay?" Li Beixing's eyes lit up.

She doesn't have any particular favorite painting, but portraiture is indeed a good choice.

Chen Jingle: "Of course! Do you want a Chinese painting or a sketch? I'm not very good at oil painting, so I won't show off."

Li Beixing thought for a moment and said, "Chinese painting. Do you need a photo?"

Although the sketch is realistic, no matter how well it is drawn, it does not feel high-end and is not easy to frame and hang.

Chinese painting is more suitable for her.

Chen Jingle said: "Of course it would be better if there were photos."

"Then I'll send it to you."

She bit her lip, found the one she thought was the best-looking photo of Hanfu among the thousands of photos on her phone, and sent it to him: "Do you think this one is okay?"

This photo was taken when she traveled to the capital city at the beginning of the year. It is also the one she is most satisfied with among the many photos she has taken in recent years.

Chen Jingle replied: "Sure."

Such a lackluster reaction?

Li Beixing's mouth twitched. He put away his phone and pretended to be relaxed.

Well, I don't really care what you think.

……

Chen Jingle was looking at the photos sent by the other party.

The person who took this photo is quite skilled. At least he is not the type who takes photos for free and then deletes them for 50 RMB.

The key points of the three elements of portraiture are fully expressed.

Li Beixing in the photo perfectly illustrates what it means to have bright eyes, white teeth and a sweet smile. Her looks are no less than those of the models at the traditional Chinese style exhibition, and she is much more recognizable than those internet celebrities.

She is very clear about her characteristics and she looks really beautiful when she smiles.

"Just this one."

Chen Jingle already had a general idea in his mind at this moment.

Of course, there was no rush to start writing.

Considering that Li Beixing had helped to broker several business deals, he felt that he couldn't draw too casually. He had to be in a very good state before he started painting.

If you want to paint, paint well. When it comes to figure painting, the peak of Chinese figure painting is naturally the Tang Dynasty.

However, in figure paintings before the Song Dynasty, the pursuit was not to "make the portrait look like the real person", but to pursue the spirit.

What is Shen Yun?

For example, the charm is "an old man in a straw raincoat and a straw hat, fishing alone in the snow on the cold river."

After the Song Dynasty, theories and early creations of realism began to emerge, and portraiture gradually developed what is known as structural perspective in modern times.

For example, "Vimalakirti's Teachings" by Li Gonglin of the Northern Song Dynasty took a realistic approach.

But unfortunately, due to some reasons, this theoretical painting method did not become mainstream at the time and gradually disappeared in the long river of history.

Like calligraphy, figure painting in the Song Dynasty was still more focused on expressing "meaning".

To use today's popular terms, it is the transmission of emotions.

To be more vulgar, look at those ancient spring pictures...

Instead, it was the meticulous painting of flowers, birds and animals that reached its peak.

Zeng Bochen of the Ming Dynasty did try to incorporate Western techniques into Chinese portrait painting, which gave rise to the "Bochen School" which was all the rage for a time.

As for the conclusion that some people have drawn from this that the art of figure painting in ancient my country is not good and that "the so-called freehand brushwork is just a fig leaf", it should be noted that Western painting is not only about realism. If only paintings that resemble the real are good paintings, then all Picasso's paintings are rubbish.

Speaking of realism, the contemporary hyperrealism style has been criticized by more people than it has been praised.

A very important point in painting is to convey emotions, which is common in both Eastern and Western painting arts.

There was realistic figure art in ancient my country, but it was mostly expressed in sculptures.

For example, the Terracotta Warriors and various statues of gods.

The development of Chinese figure painting has not surpassed the peak of the Tang Dynasty, but it can be said that there is a flourishing of all kinds of flowers.

Like Mr. He Jiaying, vice chairman of the Chinese Artists Association, his meticulous figure paintings are elegant and bright, combining Chinese and Western styles. While enhancing the sense of reality and the breath of life, they also retain the oriental charm of traditional Chinese paintings.

It can be called innovative.

It’s just that many of his paintings are not suitable for children under 18 years old.

In comparison, Chen Jingle personally prefers Mr. Bai Bohua's paintings of ladies, which blend freehand and realism very well and are more in line with his aesthetic taste for Chinese painting.

If Chen Jingle were asked to paint figures, he would go for the meticulous style.

For example, "Ghost Blows Out the Light" is a classic, but he now likes "Mysterious Resurrection".

However, how to use fine brushwork is a matter of personal skill and style.

Although both are fine brushwork, some people’s paintings can make everyone applaud, while others’ paintings are not pleasing to the eye.

In short, he took note of the writing and drawing tasks, and would try to complete them one by one in the next few days and deliver them to the customer as soon as possible.

No matter what you do, it's not appropriate to keep people waiting for a long time.

the other side,
After being passed on for several times, the news finally reached Boss Long Zhijie. When he learned that Master Chen Jingle agreed, he was very happy.

"If the quality is as good as the two paintings in Liu Deqiang's collection, the value could conservatively double or triple in a few years!"

I don’t have the idea of making a lot of money from this, but many times, it feels great to see the prices of things I bought go up instead of down.

It’s not about how much money you make, but the sense of accomplishment you get from a successful investment!
……

After sending Chen Qiyun back, Chen Jingle prepared to take a nap.

I have become accustomed to taking a short nap at noon every day, otherwise I will not feel in good enough mental state when studying or doing things in the afternoon.

After waking up, I will consider whether to learn calligraphy, painting or something else.

Come to think of it, it seems that many places don’t take a nap at noon.

When it comes to northern provinces, he only knows about the Three Jins, and the situation there is even more exaggerated than in Lingnan, with everyone taking a nap.

In Lingnan, most people will take a nap at noon. Usually, those who are in class or working will use the two hours between 12 noon and 2 pm to eat and rest. Some people will even take a nap until 2:3 or pm.

When Chen Jingle woke up, the rain had basically stopped, with only some drizzle falling from time to time.

I stared out the window for a while, looking at the thick clouds in the sky, and suddenly I had a new understanding of the four words "guests come like clouds".

Well, inspiration suddenly appeared and it couldn’t be stopped!
He immediately took out his pen, ink, paper and inkstone, and wrote down four words that made him very satisfied.

"It's done!"

Today's calligraphy and painting tasks are completed. You can use the remaining time to read some knowledge content that interests you.

For example, history.

After reading the outline of national history, I sorted out my historical knowledge in chronological order and initially built my own historical knowledge system.

Next, we can conduct in-depth research step by step in chronological order.

The part before the Shang and Zhou dynasties is controversial, but Chen Jingle doesn't care. His current idea is to learn first and cram all the knowledge into his head. Once his knowledge reserves are sufficient, he will be qualified to question or debate and put forward his own opinions.

Otherwise, given his current level, what's the point of denying or confirming it? Isn't he just a folk scientist?
So you have to learn first!
History is really interesting stuff.

As a contemporary person, as a modern person who has only lived for 30 years, I can, in the vast river of time, stand at a higher dimensional perspective and observe the lives of many, many people. From birth to death, all the big and small experiences and emotions they have experienced have been recorded in history.

The parts that have not been recorded are waiting for you to explore and discover.

This kind of dialogue experience across time and space cannot be provided by other disciplines.

Another thing is that reading history helps Chen Jingle in his research on historical materialism and Marxist philosophy. In addition to reading history, he also reads ideological and political education and Marxist philosophy, all of which are inseparable from history.

Even calligraphy and painting can be found in relevant descriptions in history.

In addition to reading, Chen Jingle also writes essays while reading.

Maybe it will be useful, maybe not.

Regardless of whether it would be useful or not, he felt that he should write it down first so that he would be able to use it naturally when the need arises.

　One more chapter first.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)