Criticism of specific calligraphic works cannot be detached from the works themselves, nor can it focus solely on the works. We must overcome the constraints of personal relationships and avoid simplistic judgments by individuals; it is not about rejecting the work, but rather discussing its merits and flaws in an intimate and thoughtful manner. We must have the courage to confront the works directly, maintain a noble mindset, and at the same time study the strategies and wisdom of criticism. We should carefully analyze the quality and scope of the works, distinguish right from wrong, adhere to facts, act reasonably, avoid crude emotional outbursts by critics, and resist arbitrary commentary that lacks cause or relevance.
Commercial interference undermines artistic creation, and “red envelope discussions” corrupt the fairness of criticism—these are issues that calligraphic criticism at the time ought to be vigilant against. We must reject criticism influenced by shopping malls. We cannot replace artistic standards with simplistic commercial criteria, treat literary and artistic works as mere products, nor believe that “the thickness of the red envelope equals the depth of discussion.”
Artistic criticism is inherently partial. The key to calligraphic criticism lies in how to elevate subjective impressions to rational reflection. This requires not only constructing a reasonable and scientific critical system, but also cultivating a team of highly qualified calligraphy critics. We advocate calligraphic criticism that promotes the healthy development of calligraphy, and call for the establishment of a high-caliber team of calligraphy critics, which will form an excellent critical ecosystem and create a broad, inclusive humanistic environment for calligraphic criticism. As long as calligraphy critics speak truthfully and offer profound insights, and those criticized listen humbly and embrace constructive feedback, the paths of calligraphic criticism and creation will surely grow ever broader.
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