The Aesthetic Idea of Lin Sanzhi's Painting Theory and the Ideological Tendency of the Integration of Confucianism,Taoism and Buddhism
Lin Sanzhi is an outstanding figure in modern poetry,calligraphy,and painting,and is known primarily for his calligraphy in cursive script.However,as he said,"poetry first,painting second,and calligraphy third,"Lin Sanzhi's paintings are also remarkable.He started painting at a young age,then trained under Huang Binhong,and visited numerous scenic mountains and rivers throughout his life.As a result,the experiences provided him with a constant source of inspiration.Simultaneously,he also explored a lot of painting theories,leaving behind quite a few remarks and poems on painting,which embodied Lin Sanzhi's innovative concept of mastering the ancient and mastering zhaohua(creation).His aesthetic thinking emphasized both form and spirit and his tendency to integrate Confucianism,Taoism,and Buddhism.Lin Sanzhi's painting theory is not only the theoretical summary of his painting practice but also what distinguishes him among many modern painters and calligraphers whose influential power is still present today.
Lin Sanzhipainting philosophyequal emphasis on form and spiritintegrated Confucianism,Taoism and Buddhism