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

I get my dose of calligraphy exercise with some explanation.
In time of stress and lost, Chinese calligraphy practice keeps me calm and focused. Here is an explanation of the material and practice for us all the get back on track. Let start writing.
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[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@miaomiaochan]

If you're still interested in it, you can buy practice sheets with printed outlines. I'd go for the no-ink practice sheets, as you don't need to use up ink just to practice, and you can reuse them when they're dry.

[@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

[@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?

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@Ash-ryver]

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

[@fetsfer]

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

[@miaomiaochan]

Oh, please do. Even if you only plan on doing it for yourself, it's a wonderfully calming and meditative hobby.

[@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。

[@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]

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[@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!

[@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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[@sentino68]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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....

[@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.

[@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!

[@miaomiaochan]

I'd recommend getting a copy book and a practice sheet with the outlines of the characters printed out. With enough practice copying others' handwriting, your own handwriting will not only look better, but you'll find that it will come more naturally.

[@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

[@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

[@loborojo777]

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

[@JassminR]

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

[@karendaniel450]

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

[@selina8816]

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

[@yanghaiying]

Thank you. Sure thing.

[@SB-ez3dw]

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

[@nyc9993]

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

[@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. ~

[@floormee]

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

[@jillzord]

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

[@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. ;)

[@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.

[@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. ❤

[@kelcritcarroll]

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

[@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!

[@gennamary11]

You are such a wonderful teacher. ❤ And so kind

[@user-do1bg8fc2r]

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

[@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

[@shutthefrontdoor733]

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

[@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!

[@rilpoole]

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

[@Scarlet8Sage]

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

[@billybee9659]

What a beautiful artform.

[@honza_smejkal]

the calligraphy is so beautiful honestly. Great job!

[@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.

[@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.

[@KROSS_OFFICIAL]

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

[@thjuiskos1016]

“Carry on with your spirit” I liked that part

[@nickdeth24]

The tingles are strong with this one.

[@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！

[@Neferkida]

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

[@pantheggon4008]

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.

[@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 😔

[@AbsoluteAbsurd]

2 seconds already fell in love with that accent

[@floriansandwich699]

your lines are so gorgeous. absolutely mesmerizing!

[@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.

[@jean_beijingchina4172]

I like Chinese Calligraphy too! And start to practice!

[@yanghaiying]

你的字有棒，佩服佩服。

[@tristanray222]

Such a beautiful voice. Even more beautiful drawing

[@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. ❤ 🇦🇺 🪃

[@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!

[@wardengentles53]

You are so great. Thank you.

[@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.

[@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 😊

[@anivijudi]

that was very soothing to watch

[@wow-oq6jc]

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

[@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 🥰

[@icreatedanaccountforthis1852]

This was beautiful like the tree outside.

[@NavLondon]

Looking at your steady hand helps me breathe more easily

[@NoNo4ShoSho]

This was great.

[@user-id4cj2rc8z]

真的很喜欢您：）不管讲英文还是中文都好温柔

[@mrruswall7632]

This was both relaxing and educational, thank you so much for this lovely video ♥️

[@martina7134]

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

[@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!

[@victoriaclemente9086]

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

[@e_tm]

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

[@jjiacobucci]

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

[@Poopfart139]

Hi Yang you help me so much in Mandarin class u are the reason I am fluent

[@2009jadeorchid]

beautiful and serene

[@JP-so8jd]

Tx so much. 您好用心🙏😊❤️感谢您

[@dottie401]

谢谢你!很开心我找到你这个you tube video, 我刚开始学书法!

[@Joemamma664]

You seem like a awesome person ❤

[@scottrogers8554]

I love how wholesome this is

[@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

[@augustwestusa]

beautiful wonderful love it

[@PurpleMintSam]

This is lovely

[@charlotteanglin3421]

Thank you so much!

[@omkr0122]

Thanks for the video!

[@c0ward_]

This is such a lovely video :)

[@roschelliawilson7029]

Wonderful!!! You are appreciated 😙

[@yourmonique_]

Very beautiful!

[@whybro3516]

never apologize for my time im enjoying it here

[@miggs6791]

The strokes are so satisfying. Beautiful

[@Heggie_Boo]

Thank you for this video! It was lovely and I appreciate your time showing this! ♡♡♡

[@baconpig7702]

Amazing video!!💖

[@Jiorgiapeach]

What a beautiful video

[@Bailey_Dreamfoot]

This channel is so wholesome im subscribing :))

[@jaceyang3375]

您的content好有意思啊。很喜欢！

[@yanghaiying]

真的吗？谢谢你啦。我也姓杨。

[@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。

[@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

[@lilaowai1249]

Nice ink slab (砚台), great video!