1) Calligraphy originated in China over 4,600 years ago, starting as paintings before evolving into characters. It uses specialized tools like ink, paper, brushes, and ink sticks.
2) Wang Xian Zhi was a famous calligrapher born in 303 AD who is known for his piece "Lan Ting Xu". There are different styles of calligraphy like seal script and official script.
3) Painting and calligraphy are closely related, using similar techniques. Famous painter Qi Bai Shi taught himself despite coming from a poor family and focused on paintings of animals and scenery. Ancient Chinese painters took a more serious approach than some modern ones.
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