Regular script: The font is relatively square and the shape is beautiful and elegant, but the writing speed is slow and not very practical, except of course for primary school students.
Running script: that is, the fast writing of regular script. The fonts are elegant and smooth. On the basis of regular script, the strokes are connected together to increase the writing speed and have greater practicality;
Now that we know the relationship between regular script and running script, let’s answer the question:
If you are just a calligraphy enthusiast or just want to practice calligraphy, that is, write your handwriting in a relatively standard manner or just calm down and meditate, then you can start practicing with regular script. Of course, there is no problem with running script. I like it; but it will be smoother if I practice regular script and then running script.
Of course, another situation is its practicality. If it is to meet the needs of life or work, of course you must practice running script. After all, it is definitely unscientific if you want to write regular script in actual work and life.
Therefore, the question of whether to start practicing calligraphy from regular script depends entirely on the purpose of your calligraphy practice.
Some suggestions during the practice process: first choose a copybook you like, and then start with basic strokes, from easy to difficult, practice one basic stroke with several simple Chinese characters every day, practice one before moving on to the next. Write slowly and practice seriously for at least an hour every day. Beginners can trace appropriately, but not too much. The best way is to face each other. During the practice, pay more attention to observation and see clearly the length, angle, and starting and closing position of the strokes. Do less but be precise, and don't be greedy for too much.
