Chinese calligraphy exercise while grinding ink, explaining about brush, paper and felt mat asmr

[@honeydew1917]

Isn’t language an amazing thing? Like we decided a long time ago that we wanted to draw shapes and lines to understand each other and document things and idk I think that’s adorable

[@sleepyclowns]

Companionship is an amazing thing 🥺

[@honeydew1917]

Rolli Polli I didn’t say anything about companionships tho

[@sleepyclowns]

@@honeydew1917 Lmao okay? You didn't need to? Companionship is friendship, which makes the need for wanting to communicate? I was adding to what you were saying lol Edit: I was agreeing that I find it adorable as well/also i said ship twice lol oops

[@sanjakosovic]

And 5000 years later, some people still hold pens like this :))

[@StrayKidttv]

It truly is fascinating. This is why I love learning not just my own country’s history but many others.

[@raexjl3008]

My old school required the students to write Chinese calligraphy and I could never write it beautifully not matter how hard I tried. Watching you write it was mind blowing cause I can just imagine the practice you had to do to get to that stage of skill!

[@dedeadam9698]

@Surja Tjandra LOL!

[@javierpacheco8234]

Keep practicing so you can get better and believe in yourself that you will become better.

[@sovietwizard1620]

3 months of progress of weekly training

[@bugcakesthegreats5531]

Please never apologize for taking our time, we are gladly giving you all of our time just to watch you grind ink! Thank you for the soothing and interesting video! 💗

[@budgie9006]

ok

[@asianpizzaboi2177]

she gives me a warm feeling in my heart, like im a little kid watching her do this and its so saticfying

[@StonyRC]

I think I once heard you say that grinding the ink helps clear and prepare your mind for calligraphy. The same is true when you watch calligraphy - the process of grinding the ink gets you into the right mindset for what is to come. It is NEVER a waste of time to watch you grinding ink. Everything you do on your channel is peaceful, relaxing and a very good investment of the viewers time.

[@chitji]

I’m glad that you started doing calligraphy videos again! It’s what got me started into chinese calligraphy!

[@JP-so8jd]

The Last Panda thank you. I am glad she does too 🙏😊❤️all the best to you

[@fuarkxaesthetics]

this is god tier asmr

[@_julecc759]

facts

[@Rowed]

No it’s just really satisfying. I can’t stop myself from looking away which makes it hard to fall asleep to haha

[@GodBlessGodBless1227]

True.

[@matorix003]

This is also nice to hear someone speak Chinese not in an old agressove way as it’s depicted so often in movies and other videos

[@sextuplemillionsellersfan7961]

Agree Chinese has a lot of -i/-hi (shi/qi/shan/she/qiu/qing etc) sounds and it is very nice to hear in ASMR for me

[@Prizm44]

Maybe because her native language is Mandarin, not Cantonese. I always enjoy listening to Mandarin speakers when they talk in english.

[@matorix003]

@@Prizm44 im actually referring to the Cantonese words she speaks Also how am I supposed to know I’m not a language expert to me they all sound and look too similar do distinct them

[@Prizm44]

@@matorix003 - Jesus, don't get all sensitive about it. I'm providing a possible answer to your question.

[@mikaelasavage7522]

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[@fetsfer]

I studied in a Chinese Catholic school growing up and Chinese calligraphy was my favorite thing to do. My teachers were quite amazed that I have quite good penmanship. Even won several Chinese calligraphy awards in High School. Seeing this, makes me want to buy a mao bi and start calligraphy again!

[@beCoCOi]

Do it.

[@Henzubtw]

Would you ever do asmr of you doing calligraphy?! 😌

[@fetsfer]

@@Henzubtw I don't have the necessary equipment to make a decent Asmr video... 😁

[@ALAINLEONGJIANXIANGMoe]

@@fetsfer Items: Brushes: Chinese calligraphy brushes (known as "毛笔" in Chinese) come in various sizes and materials. Beginners usually start with medium-sized brushes made of goat, wolf, or mixed hair. These brushes provide a good balance of flexibility and control. Ink: You can start with bottled Chinese ink, which is traditionally made from soot and water. Alternatively, you can use ink sticks ("mo" in Chinese) along with an inkstone ("砚" in Chinese) to grind ink. This method allows you to control the consistency and intensity of the ink. Paper: Chinese calligraphy is often practiced on rice paper ("宣纸" or "米纸" in Chinese), which is thin and absorbent. Beginners can use practice paper or inexpensive rice paper to start with. Inkstone: If you choose to use ink sticks, you'll need an inkstone to grind the ink. Look for a smooth, flat inkstone made of stone, ceramic, or porcelain. Water Container: A container for holding water is necessary for diluting ink and cleaning brushes. You can use a small ceramic bowl or a dedicated water container. Felt Pad or Cloth: A felt pad or soft cloth is used to protect the desk or table surface while practicing calligraphy. It also helps control excess ink on the brush. Calligraphy Paperweights: These are optional but can be helpful for holding down the paper to keep it flat while writing. Practice Sheets or Books: Beginners can find practice sheets or books with basic stroke exercises and character examples to follow. Chinese version: 毛笔：中国书法毛笔（中文称为“笔”）有各种尺寸和材质。 初学者通常从山羊毛、狼毛或混合毛制成的中等大小的刷子开始。 这些刷子提供了灵活性和控制力的良好平衡。 墨水：您可以从瓶装中国墨水开始，这种墨水传统上是由烟灰和水制成的。 或者，您可以使用墨棒（中文“墨”）和砚台（中文“砚”）来研磨墨水。 此方法允许您控制墨水的稠度和强度。 纸张：中国书法通常在宣纸（中文为“宣纸”）上练习，宣纸薄且吸水性强。 初学者可以使用练习纸或便宜的宣纸开始。 砚台：如果您选择使用墨棒，则需要砚台来研磨墨水。 寻找由石头、陶瓷或瓷器制成的光滑、平坦的砚台。 水容器：需要一个盛水的容器来稀释墨水和清洁画笔。 您可以使用小陶瓷碗或专用的水容器。 毛毡垫或布：毛毡垫或软布用于在练习书法时保护桌子或桌面。 它还有助于控制画笔上多余的墨水。 书法镇纸：这些是可选的，但有助于在书写时压住纸张以使其保持平整。 练习表或书籍：初学者可以找到包含基本笔画练习和汉字示例的练习表或书籍。

[@ram3n_]

She's like a chinese bob ross, very soothing voice. 🥰😍

[@derrickchen8898]

Bob Ross the king!!

[@alexandraluster284]

She sounds like an adorable grandma that always has cookies, tea, and sage advice for everyone that comes and sees her.

[@lindahoffman8707]

Please speak Chinese more often on your ASMR videos!

[@yanghaiying]

Great advice. Thank you.

[@dlm4708]

@@yanghaiying

[@tonydicerchio8137]

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[@miacoatantino6814]

CHINESE?! ITS MANDARIN

[@Gamedox20]

@@miacoatantino6814 mandarin? How do you confuse Mandarin with chinese?

[@langtechacademy]

Oh! This video reminded me of why I fell in love with Chinese Calligraphy! When I started learning Chinese I found it to be an extremely challenging language, but the peace and artistic joy that calligraphy brought with it was what took me through to keep going! I will go get some brushes tomorrow and start practicing again!

[@joemaffei]

Wow... that tree is loaded with fruit!

[@tahmkenchusta5852]

I'm guessing something means a bunch of fruits on a tree? Cause, i don't see any trees..

[@W-I463]

@@tahmkenchusta5852 in the begining of the video you can see trees outside her window

[@joemaffei]

@@tahmkenchusta5852 0:00

[@nanakixiii3]

I know these videos are for helping people relax, and maybe end up sleeping, but you have a great sense of humor, so I find myself actually paying attention to what you are doing. I am learning a lot just watching you.

[@yanghaiying]

Thank you. This is a profound comment about my learning/teaching philosophy. I want to make a video. Do you allow me to mention your user name? Let me know.

[@nanakixiii3]

@@yanghaiying If you want to! You will likely make people laugh when you say it though. My user name is really silly.

[@sentino68]

This is genuine ASMR. Unintentional and natural. The way she sounds out “ssshh” in the words.

[@Doeeh]

Im studying for a biology exam and this helped me focus and relax. Thank you :)

[@dblsll6105]

Did you get an A

[@Doeeh]

@@dblsll6105 no, im not smart ;,( but i did get a C :)

[@queridacookie]

congratulations 🤍

[@Doeeh]

@@queridacookie thanks💕

[@zm4362]

I just FINISHED a biology exam lmao no joke and I’m here

[@Marnige]

An interesting observation i had while watching this video: Life is very fast paced nowadays. This video reminds us to slow down and calm down to enjoy life.

[@eternal7bangtan19]

I've been fascinated by Chinese Calligraphy for I don't know how long......it's just very pleasing to the eye and satisfying to watch being made....

[@the_green_cloud]

i used to calligraphy (won a national award for it in 2014) and quit maybe 5 years ago. Now I'm nowhere near as good and watching you have so much hand control and how clean each stroke is is just absolutely amazing and mesmerizing.

[@ashley431]

i just discovered this channel and i just gotta say this is so calming !! she seems so nice and its so comforting to hear her talk

[@l3af3v3r]

To all westerners watching this calligraphy video, if you ever pick up chinese calligraphy, make sure you write it from top to bottom, right to left. - The writer has beautiful letterforms but any practitioners writing should write in the direction I mentioned above to set up the 'stage'/framework properly, the energy flows that way, vertically, right to left. ~

[@KSignalEingang]

She wipes her brush on a paper towel and it looks 1000x better than my best attempts at calligraphy. Back to practicing I guess!

[@rilpoole]

Her husband knew exactly what she wanted! That is so sweet.

[@SB-ez3dw]

Her accent makes everything she says sound like music. I love it. 💕

[@catcat20a23]

as a chinese person myself, its so hard to learn how to do calligraphy properly!! you do such a good job

[@yanghaiying]

Where are you now?

[@catcat20a23]

@@yanghaiying in terms of calligraphy, I know how to do the basic strokes and balance the characters, but it's so hard to make them actually look good >.

[@yanghaiying]

@@catcat20a23 how long did you practice?

[@catcat20a23]

@@yanghaiying i don't have much time on weekdays, but I try to practice at least an hour a day on weekends!

[@loborojo777]

Well done. My brain has been melted successfully. Simplicity at it's finest.

[@floormee]

Don't apologize! One of my favorite parts of calligraphy is getting the ink ready!!

[@JassminR]

I just found your videos today, I absolutely love your energy and demeanor! So warm and welcoming!

[@j5892000]

I had a little Chinese woman as a teacher 30 years ago. Still remember her and her name. Great teacher. I'm 34 years old btw. You remind me of her

[@Alusnovalotus]

You sound like a big round white man. 🤨

[@j5892000]

@@Alusnovalotus huh?

[@Y-or1tg]

Time flies！

[@GetToThePointAlready]

It's incredible, I remember watching your videos from since like 2013 (maybe even before). Your channel is the first one that's gotten me interested in ASMR. Thank you so much for continuing to make videos.

[@moviemonster2083]

I tried that a few years ago, but my arthritis is progressing, so I'll have to enjoy it vicariously through your videos! Love the grinding! Keep posting! Thanks. ;)

[@selina8816]

I wish you would still do more humming only videos those are the reason I found your channel

[@yanghaiying]

Thank you. Sure thing.

[@kelcritcarroll]

Ive always thought Chinese writing to be so beautiful…And you do this beautifully as well!

[@ExplodingPiggy]

*My first stroke* Nope it's ruined

[@yanghaiying]

Let’s count on second stroke.

[@velvetonholiday]

Tru

[@bertlegion683]

@@yanghaiying Damn.....

[@Marnige]

@@yanghaiying interestingly, that's one thing i learned from this video. The ink on some strokes overflowrd but she continued onwards

[@skyelarmurray467]

I just found this channel and I’m instantly hooked. Your voice is so soothing! I remember in high school there was a store my friends and I used to go to and it was owned by an older Chinese couple, and I’d go there to get my morning coffee. The older lady was SOOOO friendly and her voice was so soothing. I got same tingles everytime I went, because she’d always talk with me about school and stuff while making the coffee. It was honestly the highlight of my day :) love your vids, can’t wait to explore your other vids :) ♥️♥️ I hope you’re doing well and staying healthy

[@persgodiva]

Me: "Oh I like calligraphy, haven't written anything since I studied Japanese, let's ..." Also me: "OH MY GOD THAT'S PERFECT WTH." Seriously, I'm mesmerized.

[@karendaniel450]

Your voice is so calming and your calligraphy is beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@shutthefrontdoor733]

Your voice in both languages is so very relaxing and beautiful to listen too, thank you

[@matthewgerhart1231]

Something about how it's written down on the paper is just beautiful to me like art

[@Marnige]

It is art. And it is not easy too. Its probably harder than art because of how structured it needs to be.

[@Expatriate1977]

You’re channel is one of my great favorites especially when you are explaining in Chinese. It’s one of my most favorite languages. There’s a certain interwoven beauty to Mandarin. Take your time no matter how long. We love your videos for this and the quality you bring to your lessons. ❤

[@marcyc1695]

You are amazing you've been calming my anxiety attacks and my sleep, you have been like medicine for me and a blessing in my life thank you so much!! And keep up the good work.

[@juliantheivysaur3137]

47:03 I almost thought someone broke into my house. lol

[@yanghaiying]

Ooopsy, sorry.

[@strawberry2485]

@@yanghaiying i love your videos so much ❤️❤️ so adorable 😔

[@nyc9993]

Beautiful work I think her calming 😌 voice is the best part!

[@AbsoluteAbsurd]

2 seconds already fell in love with that accent

[@honza_smejkal]

the calligraphy is so beautiful honestly. Great job!

[@thjuiskos1016]

“Carry on with your spirit” I liked that part

[@Neferkida]

I really struggle with mental health and controlling my anxiety, and you help so much Haying, forever grateful for you!

[@jillzord]

I loooove the way she says brush, my brain goes *bzzz* So relaxing ~_~

[@rosey6523]

Came back to this video after ages.. glad to see you’re still doing well and making videos. 💕

[@pantheggon]

I came across this video randomly and its so lovely. You have a very lovely voice, very calm and relaxing to listen to. Your calligraphy is very pretty too.

[@calikov]

I don't know how I got here, but your accent is very cute and I feel so at peace right now. This is just wonderful!

[@nickdeth24]

The tingles are strong with this one.

[@metalsandwich699]

your lines are so gorgeous. absolutely mesmerizing!

[@user-do1bg8fc2r]

You are such a beautiful artist wow!! ❤Love your singing so glad you still post !

[@marciamills1926]

I tried to copy your grip/hand position on the brush and I almost gave myself a cramp! I will stick to watching! I wish I knew the names/words for some of my favourite characters to share with you, there are some which are just particularly pretty or powerful. Lovely video, I keep coming back to this one!!

[@yanghaiying]

Take a picture or screenshot, send me and I can write: [e-mail]

[@gennamary11]

You are such a wonderful teacher. ❤ And so kind

[@xmindy.kirbyx]

I love watching these videos pretending I'm a chinese old woman that lives a beautifully peaceful life, even though I'm a mexican 20-something year old girl with tons of debts and work to do.

[@jbressan1]

🤣

[@kurosawa1120]

您的content好有意思啊。很喜欢！

[@yanghaiying]

真的吗？谢谢你啦。我也姓杨。

[@KROSS_OFFICIAL]

I will have to thank you for this video, just now I started learning chinese, must say it is fun to learn.

[@PoeticallyTwizted]

I am only now finding your channel but I am glad I did. Your ASMR is very calming and comforting. And your calligraphy is a gift to watch. Thank you for taking your time to share this!

[@erdwaenor]

Fascinating! And extremly beautiful Calligraphy. I had no idea of certains special gestures in that process; for example, the subtle, opposition motions of the brush, occuring on the beginning of a straight vertical stroke, or, most surprisingly to me, at the end of a horizontal stroke. The way these gestures tint the paper through a contradictory motion, but not compromising the end result, is incredible. It would not have been so clear in this video, if you didn't have that nearly slow-motion, absolute control of the strokes.🙀I've seen many videos on these kind of Calligraphy, but this is the first time I've spotted this particular quality. Thanks for sharing such treasure, Master!

[@W4nd3rl3ss_M3m0ry]

I remember before covid that I had been studying chinese in school for 4 years and when I began watching your videos, I have that nostalgic sensation in my heart, I really should try and write more chinese characters without the use of pinyin

[@Scarlet8Sage]

Thank you for sharing this process. I enjoyed every second. 🙏🏽✨✨

[@damienk5011]

Just found your channel,and am much obliged for your explanation of the tools involved.Your voice is gentle and melodic.My dear daughter in law comes from Hu NaN and encourages me in my practising as l have no formal teacher. I find the preparation of my inks and papers to be most calming and time passes so quickly,but l get much satisfaction from my efforts,and contentment.l only use ink sticks,and have several brushes-watching your deftness encourages me to take greater care with my own movements.Much gratitude and respects. J.I.M.K Mrs (not Damien, his Mother! 72yrs. )Australia. ❤ 🇦🇺 🪃

[@jean_beijingchina4172]

I like Chinese Calligraphy too! And start to practice!

[@yanghaiying]

你的字有棒，佩服佩服。

[@schadenfreude7184]

It's not the ASMR, but the thick and thin, that gets me. Calligraphy. If you do this fast and energetic, we, me, and everybody would call you a master. You're doing very well.

[@linaswardh]

Hello and greetings from Sweden! 🤗 I enjoy watching your video and listening to your friendly and humble voice and ways are soothing. Your work of art in Chinese calligraphy is beautiful! It's an impressive way to write. My deepest respect, but I don't understand a thing in Chinese, but I'm really stunned. Thank you so much. Much love 🥰

[@tristanray222]

Such a beautiful voice. Even more beautiful drawing

[@NavLondon]

Looking at your steady hand helps me breathe more easily

[@macskano69]

i put this video on for like a background voice as i work but its so entertaining to watch that i watched trough the whole video instead

[@jjiacobucci]

Please do more calligraphy videos ! Greetings from Grand Rapids Michigan !

[@2009jadeorchid]

beautiful and serene

[@whybro3516]

never apologize for my time im enjoying it here

[@e_tm]

Watching your videos made me want to learn the language. Now, my partner and I are finally going to start learning :)

[@connersound8443]

This is lovely I've always wanted to learn a new language/calligraphy style but it always seemed so difficult 😅 but hopefully this will teach me some stuff I'd need to know 😊

[@icreatedanaccountforthis1852]

This was beautiful like the tree outside.

[@wow-oq6jc]

Practice has been the key to your wonderful works. I am impressed how you’ve been doing this for MANY years.

[@kafkakin]

This is such a lovely video :)

[@billybee9659]

What a beautiful artform.

[@Joemamma664]

You seem like a awesome person ❤

[@victoriaclemente9086]

How come it took me so long to find this channel? What an amazing video, I loved it so much

[@immanuelhallven870]

what type of ink you use ? i use 黄山松烟 what do you use?

[@yanghaiying]

This is oil 101.

[@dottie401]

谢谢你!很开心我找到你这个you tube video, 我刚开始学书法!

[@NoName-xw2no]

I have no connection to the Chinese language or calligraphy but I wanted to try something new. I just used watercolor and I'm really not good at it but it was so fun and relaxing, thank you! :)

[@wakizashi1327]

merci madame de faire profiter de votre savoir de votre gentillesse et de votre douceur un véritable baume pour le coeur et l'esprit . respectueusement .

[@lilaowai1249]

Nice ink slab (砚台), great video!

[@jessiec123456]

字字珠玑，可见小时的功底了得。我现在刚开始学柳体，你的字写得太好了。受益匪浅。谢谢。

[@scottrogers8554]

I love how wholesome this is

[@martina7134]

You're so good at calligraphy and it's so relaxing to watch, we love you😌❤️

[@barrymoore4470]

The texture of the paper used here causes the ink to seep or bleed into the fibers, in a way I've not seen in other online demonstrations of Chinese calligraphy. It's an interesting and unusual effect.

[@nurlatifahmohdnor8939]

Page 604 Indian ink = or esp. US & Canad. Indian ink n 1 a black pigment made from a mixture of lampblack and a binding agent such as gelatine or glue: usually formed into solid cakes and sticks. 2 a black liquid ink made from this pigment. ▪Also called: China ink, Chinese ink.

[@Tank_Torn]

I love that every time she says brush she whistles anyway great video

[@themightymutt6653]

"Sorry for your time" Sweetheart, the more time you can give me with this, the better ❤

[@ArinMatikkaa]

One word: brush. Brush.

[@cykh6461]

I am Chinese so I love when you speak!

[@ErgoYouLose]

This is such a great video. Thank you for everything in it! No need to apologize for anything. The grinding is calming and I enjoyed your explanations of everything as well.

[@anivijudi]

that was very soothing to watch

[@Bailey_Dreamfoot]

This channel is so wholesome im subscribing :))

[@NoNo4ShoSho]

This was great.

[@everlastingarms3065]

35:28 "When you write, you have your own spirit.[...] Once you get into the spirit, carry on with your spirit." This is ace advice for life.