Shodo Daisuki Episode 28

Shodo Daisuki Episode 28

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Shodo Daisuki Episode 28
Easy to Do!! How to Draw Ruled Lines Using a Brush!【Calligraphy】

Shodo Daisuki – Episode 028

Drawing straight lines with a brush can feel nearly impossible, right?
But in fact, by using familiar everyday tools, anyone can draw clean lines with ease!!
“Shimauchi,” a man who loves calligraphy, explains everything in detail!!

Shodo Daisuki Episode 28 – Video Overview

This video focuses on calligraphy techniques, specifically how to draw ruled lines.
Mr. Shimauchi explains how difficult it is to draw straight ruled lines with a brush and introduces an effective method using everyday stationery items.
He also touches on the historical background of ruled lines in Chinese calligraphy and why they are important.

Through hands-on demonstrations, Mr. Shimauchi explains in detail how to draw ruled lines by using the grooves found on rulers and measuring sticks, and he shows how to create original stationery.
He begins by explaining the difficulty of drawing ruled lines with a brush and points out the problems with freehand drawing and using ordinary rulers.
In particular, he mentions the issue of ink seeping under the ruler and staining the paper.
As a solution, he introduces a method that makes use of the grooves found on rulers and measuring sticks.
By guiding stainless-steel chopsticks along the groove, he explains that clean, straight lines can be drawn with ease.

He also discusses the historical background of ruled lines in Chinese calligraphy, explaining that ruled lines were used on stone monuments and inscriptions as early as the Sui and Tang dynasties.
In China, children grow up writing characters on ruled paper, placing importance on writing neatly and beautifully within orderly frameworks.
Mr. Shimauchi demonstrates the process of creating original stationery, drawing ruled lines using solid ink and a small kana brush.
Finally, he offers advice on suitable materials for drawing ruled lines—such as ink, mineral pigments, colored pencils, and oil-based markers—and encourages viewers to try it themselves.

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The Importance and Difficulty of Ruled Lines in Calligraphy

00:00:00

Mr. Shimauchi expresses his love for calligraphy and explains what ruled lines are—thin lines drawn at regular intervals.
He emphasizes how difficult it is to draw ruled lines with a brush, noting that it is challenging whether done freehand or with a ruler.
However, he hints that ruled lines can be drawn easily using familiar tools and encourages viewers to watch until the end.
He also explains that the goal of this channel is to spread the joy of writing and asks viewers to subscribe.

When Ruled Lines Are Needed & Their Historical Background

00:01:30

Mr. Shimauchi points out the difficulty of drawing ruled lines freehand and explains that using a ruler can also cause problems, such as the brush riding up onto the ruler or ink seeping underneath and staining the paper.
As a solution, he explains the difference between rulers and measuring sticks and draws attention to the grooves found on both.

Conventional Methods and Their Problems

00:03:36

Mr. Shimauchi explains the challenges of freehand ruled lines and the shortcomings of using a ruler, such as uneven line thickness and ink bleeding under the ruler.
To address these issues, he highlights the importance of the grooves found on rulers and measuring sticks.

An Effective Method Using Grooves

00:06:18

Mr. Shimauchi demonstrates how to draw ruled lines using stainless-steel chopsticks.
By holding the chopsticks normally, aligning the tip with the groove of a ruler or measuring stick, and gently sliding it along without applying force, he shows that clean lines can be drawn easily.
He also advises that using a longer ruler allows for greater variation in line length and transitions, resulting in a more visually appealing work.

Creating Original Stationery

00:09:20

Mr. Shimauchi demonstrates the process of creating original stationery using solid ink and a small kana brush.
He confirms that the groove-based method produces clean, straight ruled lines and explains the advantage of being able to adjust brush placement and line thickness.
He emphasizes the appealing atmosphere of the finished stationery and notes that this method allows for drawing ruled lines in any desired style.

Recommended Materials and Encouragement to Practice

00:11:36

Mr. Shimauchi explains which materials are suitable for drawing ruled lines.
He notes that ink can be used, mineral pigments should contain glue, and surprisingly, colored pencils and oil-based markers are resistant to water.
He concludes by encouraging viewers to try writing on ruled paper, explaining that it broadens expressive possibilities, and thanks viewers for their comments before previewing the next episode.

 

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