前  言

艺术，是跨越国界的通用语言，它以独特的方式记录着人类文明的辉煌与变迁。在国际艺术的广阔舞台上，中国艺术家们以其深厚的文化底蕴、独特的艺术视角和精湛的技艺，为世界艺术宝库贡献了无数瑰宝。他们不仅在中国艺术史上留下了浓墨重彩的一笔，更在国际艺术殿堂中占据了举足轻重的地位。自古以来，中国艺术便以其独特的魅力和深邃的内涵吸引着世界的目光。从古代的书法、绘画、陶瓷到现代的雕塑、摄影、新媒体艺术，中国艺术家们不断推陈出新，将传统与现代、东方与西方巧妙融合，创造出令人瞩目的艺术作品。这些作品不仅展示了中国艺术家的才华与智慧，更传递了中国文化的精髓与魅力。在国际艺术殿堂中，中国领军人物们以其卓越的艺术成就和广泛的影响力，成为了连接中国与世界艺术的桥梁。他们不仅在各自的领域取得了非凡的成就，更通过国际交流与合作，推动了中国艺术的国际化进程，让世界更加了解和欣赏中国艺术。

Foreword

Art is a universal language that transcends national borders, recording the glory and changes of human civilization in a unique way. On the vast stage of international art, Chinese artists have contributed countless treasures to the world's art treasury with their profound cultural heritage, unique artistic perspectives, and exquisite skills. They not only left a significant mark in the history of Chinese art, but also occupy a pivotal position in the international art hall.Since ancient times, Chinese art has attracted the attention of the world with its unique charm and profound connotations. From ancient calligraphy, painting, and ceramics to modern sculpture, photography, and new media art, Chinese artists constantly innovate, skillfully blending tradition and modernity, East and West, and creating eye-catching works of art. These works not only showcase the talent and wisdom of Chinese artists, but also convey the essence and charm of Chinese culture.In the international art hall, Chinese leading figures have become bridges connecting China and the world of art with their outstanding artistic achievements and extensive influence. They have not only achieved extraordinary achievements in their respective fields, but also promoted the internationalization process of Chinese art through international exchanges and cooperation, allowing the world to better understand and appreciate Chinese art.

武效记,笔名春木，男，1942年生，山西省临汾市汾西县人。大专学历，退休教师，临汾县六、七、八届政协委员。现为中国文化艺术研究会副主席、CCTV签约艺术家、上海江河书画院副院长、北京写作学会书画研究院副院长、中国老年书画家协会会员、山西工艺美术家协会会员、临汾市书协会员、汾酉县书协会名誉会长、国家一级书法师、央视书画频道签约艺术家、中国通俗文艺研究会高级研究员、中国商业股份制企业经济联合会艺术投资专业委员会武效记工作室、中国东方文化研究会社会艺术专业委员会书法研究员、书画英才文化艺术研究中心副主任。从小热爱书法，七岁学书，至今七十余载，积年累月，笔耕不辍。初学欧体，后涉诸体，真草隶篆，渐臻佳境，尤善魏碑。在退休后的十余年中，专事书法学习与研究，拓宽视野提高境界，使自己在学书的道路上得到长足的进步。同时也形成自己的独特风格。2001年参加中国书法家协会培训中心研修班学习，得到书法名家张有清、温彦国诸老师的指教，受益匪浅，技艺得到进一步的提升。尤其是学魏书，借鉴了历史名碑张黑女碑及历代名家赵铁山、郭伯英等人雄浑遒健之风骨，书艺大长。多年来积极参与各种书法赛事，屡屡获奖。

Wu Xiaojie, pen name Chunmu, is a male born in 1942 in Fenxi County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province. With a junior college education, he is a retired teacher and a member of the Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Sessions of the Linfen County People's Political Consultative Conference. Currently, he serves as Vice Chairman of the China Cultural and Art Research Association, a contracted artist with CCTV, Vice Director of the Shanghai River Painting and Calligraphy Academy, Vice Director of the Beijing Writing Society Painting and Calligraphy Research Institute, member of the China Elderly Calligraphers and Painters Association, member of the Shanxi Arts and Crafts Association, member of the Linfen Calligraphers Association, Honorary President of the Fenxi County Calligraphers Association, National First-Class Calligrapher, contracted artist with CCTV's Calligraphy and Painting Channel, director of the Wu Xiaojie Studio under the China Commercial Joint-Stock Enterprise Economic Federation's Art Investment Professional Committee, calligraphy researcher with the Social Art Professional Committee of the China Oriental Culture Research Association, and deputy director of the Calligraphy and Painting Talent Cultural and Art Research Center.  From a young age, he developed a passion for calligraphy, beginning his studies at the age of seven. Over more than seven decades, he has persevered in his practice. Initially mastering the Ouyang style, he later explored various scripts, gradually refining his skills in regular, cursive, clerical, and seal scripts, excelling particularly in Wei stele calligraphy. In the decade following his retirement, he dedicated himself exclusively to calligraphy study and research, broadening his horizons and elevating his artistic standards, achieving significant progress on his journey. This commitment also fostered his unique style.  In 2001, he attended a training course at the China Calligraphers Association Training Center, receiving invaluable guidance from renowned calligraphers such as Zhang Youqing and Wen Yanguo, further honing his skills. His study of Wei stele calligraphy was particularly enriched by drawing inspiration from historical masterpieces like the Zhang Heiniu Stele and the vigorous styles of renowned artists such as Zhao Tieshan and Guo Boying, leading to remarkable artistic growth. Over the years, he actively participated in various calligraphy competitions, earning numerous accolades.

师法正宗 书道明志——记著名书法家武效记     

在当代书坛界内，武效记先生的书法作品可谓是备受关注！其书风是常以传统的文人精神为底蕴，取法则又能以碑帖兼容为道，久久剥换，遗其貌，取其神，自成一派大家风范！而武效记先生的书法造诣之所以能有如此高境，其原因也不仅仅只是在于取法之正宗，他那十分深厚的文人修养，也同样是起到了十分重要的作用！正如古人所言书论，高韵深情，坚质浩气，缺一不可以为书。今武效记先生以翰墨托物言志，又以诗词抒发性情，故每每提笔之际，尤其草书众幅，武效记先生都是能依性情而驱毫端，此等书功造诣，实乃法不离宗真性情也！心正笔正，文质相辅！

在创作上，武效记先生的书体面目也是较为丰富，像从容有致的行书、纵意潇洒的草书、立意正典的魏碑，等等书体可谓皆是各有精通！而这种广博取法的境界，显然也是能从侧面充分反映出武效记先生在师法上的精深有得，即每每习一碑帖，必先使其笔法章法透入肝膈，而后每换碑帖，则又必使心中如无前贴，所谓师法不在对临，而在于神会，便就是这个道理！武效记长期临池历代名家碑帖，是有自运在服古的正宗法门，也是有临古须有我的性情抒怀，于帖学首取二王法度，同时又能兼具张旭、怀素等先贤的笔意余韵，于碑法则深得魏碑风骨，既有龙门二十品的端正方峻，也有张黑女墓志的犹存隶意！如此兼收并蓄，笔下书法自然出神！

就从武效记先生的几幅斗方草书作品来看，一种“癫张狂素”的挥毫意气便从中可扑面而来，用笔挥毫更是行云流水而无所拘，笔笔意态纵横，字字偃亚中间，劲者如武夫，欹斜如醉仙，可在一画之间变起伏于锋杪，也能在一点之内殊衄挫于毫芒。如用李白所言诗句来概括，那便即是须臾扫尽数千张，飘风骤雨惊飒飒，落花飞雪何茫茫！而对于常人书法家来说，若是没有长期临池问道的笔墨积淀，没有诗书性情的修养支撑，其作品也是绝无可能达到武效记先生这般境界！

师法正宗，书道明志。常言道，作字要手熟则气神完实而有余韵，于静中自是一乐事。今武效记先生的书法造诣显然就是有依据于此道。作为当代书坛内少有的学养型书法家，武效记先生始终都是保持着十足的文人风骨，在书法中陶冶性灵，在笔墨中树立情操，轩冕不能移其志，俗利不能屈其心，此为清正也！而这种明心见性的人格境界，也恰恰就是武效记先生人品即书品的最好印证！相信在不久的未来，武效记先生还会创作出更多优秀的书法佳作，并继续践行其“书以载道”的艺术理念，大家格局，令人由衷敬服！

著名书画艺术评论家 史峰 

2024年5月11日 书于览艺斋

Mastering the Authentic Style, Expressing Aspiration Through Calligraphy—A Profile of Renowned Calligrapher Wu Xiaojie

In the contemporary calligraphy world, Mr. Wu Xiaojie's works have garnered significant attention! His style is deeply rooted in the traditional literati spirit, yet he adeptly integrates classical models with碑帖兼容, refining over time to shed form while capturing essence, forging a distinctive and masterful approach. The reason behind his exceptional mastery lies not only in his orthodox approach to learning but also in his profound literary cultivation, which plays a crucial role. As ancient calligraphic theory states: "High grace, deep emotion, firm substance, and boundless spirit—each is indispensable for true calligraphy." Today, Mr. Wu Xiaojie channels his aspirations through brushwork and expresses his emotions through poetry. Thus, whenever he picks up his brush—especially in his cursive script pieces—he effortlessly guides the brush with his emotions. Such calligraphic mastery truly embodies the essence of "form without departing from the root." A pure heart yields a pure stroke; literary grace and substance complement each other!

In terms of creation, Mr. Wu Xiaojie's calligraphic styles are remarkably diverse, encompassing the poised elegance of regular script, the unrestrained freedom of cursive script, and the dignified grandeur of Wei stele inscriptions—each style executed with exceptional mastery! This breadth of stylistic exploration clearly reflects his profound depth in learning from masters: every time he studies a new inscription, he first internalizes its brushwork and composition before moving on. This approach embodies the principle that learning from masters lies not in mere imitation but in spiritual resonance.

Mr. Wu Xiaojie has long practiced by copying the works of renowned calligraphers across history, embodying both the orthodox method of serving ancient traditions and the personal expression essential in ancient copying. His mastery of posthumous scripts draws primarily from the standards of Wang Xizhi and Wang Xianzhi, while also capturing the lingering brush spirit of sages like Zhang Xu and Huaisu. In stele inscriptions, he deeply grasps the essence of Wei stele style—exuding the upright and angular dignity of the Twenty Masterpieces of Longmen, yet retaining the clerical script influence seen in the Zhang Heiniu Tombstone Inscription.  

Through such comprehensive absorption, his calligraphy naturally achieves divine brilliance!

From a few of Mr. Wu Xiaojie's square-shaped cursive calligraphy works, a sense of "wild and unrestrained" brushwork exudes from the ink. His strokes flow like clouds and streams, unbound by constraints, with each line brimming with dynamic expression and every character poised between grace and vigor. Some strokes resemble a martial man's power, while others sway like a drunken immortal, shifting in momentum between brush tips and fluctuating within a single dot's nuance. As Li Bai's verses might aptly summarize: "In a moment, thousands of scrolls are swept away—drifting winds and sudden rains, thunderous and rustling; falling petals and swirling snow, vast and boundless!" For an ordinary calligrapher, without years of diligent practice and the cultivation of poetic temperament, their work could never reach such a profound level as Mr. Wu's!

The teacher's teachings are authentic, and the way of writing is clear. As the saying goes, when writing characters, one must be familiar with their hands to have a complete and vivid aura with residual charm, which is a pleasure in tranquility. Mr. Wu Xiaoji's calligraphy skills are clearly based on this. As one of the few educated calligraphers in the contemporary calligraphy world, Mr. Wu Xiaoji has always maintained a strong literary style, cultivating his spirit in calligraphy and establishing his sentiment in brush and ink. He cannot be swayed by his aspirations and his heart cannot be swayed by vulgar interests. This is what is upright and upright! And this kind of clear minded personality state is precisely the best proof of Mr. Wu Xiaoji's character and literary quality! I believe that in the near future, Mr. Wu Xiaoji will create more excellent calligraphy works and continue to practice his artistic philosophy of "writing to convey messages". Everyone's perspective is truly admirable!

Famous calligraphy and painting art critic Shi Feng

Book on May 11, 2024 at Lanyi Studio