“Changsha — Ode to the Plum Garden” Hard-Pen Calligraphy by Lin Shiqin University of Rochester the work captures the renewal

the work captures the renewal and flourishing of life as spring arrives

where the passage of time is contrasted with the enduring beauty of nature

This handcrafted calligraphy bookmark features the elegant phrase “Qing Huan” — “Pure Joy

Upon waking in the morning to dusty scrolls

“Changsha — Ode to the Plum Garden” Hard-Pen Calligraphy by Lin Shiqin University of Rochester the work captures the renewalDescriptionThis hard pen calligraphy work by Lin Shiqin, a 10 year old student from Beijing, transcribes the famous modern poem (Changsha Ode to the Plum Garden) by Mao Zedong. The poem depicts the grandeur of the Xiang River in autumn and reflects on youthful vigor, ambition, and the boundless passion of young revolutionaries. With steady hard pen strokes, the writing shows clarity and youthful energy, making the classical style resonate with fresh