Although Zhan Peng also admitted that Wen Boyuan's painting was good, it was not as mysterious as Wu Jingshan said. If we really say that the painting is only 70% similar, in fact, this is not a problem with Wen Boyuan's painting skills, but with the painting.
Due to this limitation, the painting he currently masters is better at artistic rendering, but in terms of realism, it is definitely not as good as Western painting methods such as sketching.
Hearing that the great scholar of the time, the Minister of Rites, praised him highly, Wen Boyuan also felt bright.
Wu Jingshan stroked his beard habitually and said, "I just took a look when I passed by the gate of the princess's courtyard. Hu Xiaotian was painting a portrait of the princess in the courtyard."
Wen Boyuan frowned and said, "He is really arrogant."
Wu Jingshan said: "He held a wooden board, and the princess sat in front of him and asked him to draw according to the pattern."
When Wen Boyuan heard about this, he immediately became jealous, "Princess, princess, you are too partial. I was competing with Hu Xiaotian on my painting skills, and you actually took the initiative to help him. You clearly wanted me to lose."
Wu Jingshan added: "I heard that he didn't even use a brush or any paint. It's really curious. What is he painting?"
Wen Boyuan said disdainfully: "What he is best at is playing tricks. No matter what tricks he does, he still has to show his work in the end!" Wen Boyuan's eyes flashed, and his strong self-confidence appeared on his face.
Wu Jingshan said: "Of course you don't need to be afraid of him in a real competition, but the judgment is also very important."
Wen Boyuan always thought that he was sure of winning. He just thought of this when he heard what Wu Jingshan said. Yes, judgment is of course very important. The one who has the most say among them must be Princess Anping. She said whoever draws the most likeness will win.
.Under the premise that Princess Anping has the absolute right to speak, the result of today's game may not be optimistic. The confidence is no longer as strong as before. After all, Princess Anping will definitely not be on his side.
After all, Wu Jingshan is cunning and has already considered the factors that can influence the competition. Although he also believes that there is no problem that Wen Boyuan is better than Hu Xiaotian in painting skills, Princess Anping is the final key to determine the outcome. Wu Jingshan said: "I do have
This idea will be judged by Her Royal Highness the Princess, me, and Wang Wenyou."
Wenbo Yuandao said: "Wang Wenyou is obviously fawning over Hu Xiaotian. He may not be willing to judge fairly."
Wu Jingshan smiled and said: "You don't need to worry about this. Wang Wenyou is still very disciplined in this regard."
Finally at noon, the snow still did not stop, and everyone came to the banquet hall of the post house to witness the painting skills competition between Hu Xiaotian and Wen Boyuan.
Wang Wenyou, the prefect of Tianbo City, is also waiting here with a group of officials. According to the princess's instructions, they don't dare to make a fuss, but lunch still needs to be prepared. The kitchen has been ordered to be ready, and it will be done as soon as the competition is over.
Start serving food.
Hu Xiaotian accompanied Princess Anping and his entourage who arrived belatedly. Princess Anping put a gauze on her face. If she didn't want to witness the result of this game with her own eyes, she would not show up in such a public place.
A group of officials hurriedly came forward to pay homage. Princess Anping waved her hand to indicate that they did not need to be polite and sat down at the seat prepared for her.
Wu Jingshan and Wen Boyuan came to Princess Anping together. Wu Jingshan smiled and said: "Your Royal Highness, General Wen and Eunuch Hu are competing in painting skills today, which adds to the elegance of this place. Although the intention is to compete, there will still be a winner in the end.
So judgment is essential, everyone is his own person. Of course, we must strive to be fair and just, I have an idea about judging."
When Hu Xiaotian heard what he said, he already understood that the old guy's evil intentions were already in front of him, and he was basically afraid that the princess would blow the whistle.
Long Xiyue nodded and said, "Master Wu, please speak."
Wu Jingshan said: "In my opinion, the princess, myself and Mr. Wang will form a jury to review their two paintings. The one with the most votes will win. I wonder what the princess wants?"
Long Xiyue was so smart that she immediately understood Wu Jingshan's intention. He was afraid that he would be partial to Hu Xiaotian. In fact, even she didn't know what Hu Xiaotian's paintings looked like now. Hu Xiaotian always carried others behind his back when painting.
Seeing it, it was extremely mysterious. Long Xiyue was not sure whether he could defeat Wen Boyuan. He nodded and said, "Just follow Mr. Wu!" But in his heart, he thought, no matter what idea you come up with, Xiaotian, I am
It's decided. As long as his painting is not too outrageous, I will say that he painted well. I want to see which of you dares to confront me! Although Long Xiyue has a gentle temperament, she is a princess after all.
Temper, especially her lover who was determined to protect her, she didn't want Hu Xiaotian to be humiliated in public.
Wu Jingshan smiled and looked at Wen Boyuan and said, "What does General Wen want?"
Wen Bo Yuandao: "I have no objection."
Wu Jingshan looked at Hu Xiaotian again: "Eunuch Hu..."
Hu Xiaotian said: "I don't agree!"
Everyone was shocked and looked at him at the same time. A disdainful smile appeared on Wen Boyuan's lips. This guy must be afraid. Without the protection of the princess, how can you be my opponent? He said calmly: "Eunuch Hu, is it possible now?"
Are you going to admit defeat?"
Hu Xiaotian smiled and said: "You are the one who gave up! I think this matter is inappropriate. Your Highness the Princess is not suitable to be a judge."
Long Xiyue's beautiful eyes widened. Hu Xiaotian's words were really beyond her expectation. She really couldn't understand Hu Xiaotian if she was not allowed to be the judge. Aren't you putting yourself in jail?
Hu Xiaotian ignored everyone's astonished looks and said calmly: "If Her Royal Highness participates in the selection, no matter who she votes for, everyone else will definitely follow the princess's wishes, and no one will dare to follow her."
The princess is openly opposing, Lord Wu, if the princess votes for General Wen, will you stick to your opinion and vote for me without fear of offending Her Royal Highness?"
Wu Jingshan was dumbfounded by his question. Damn it! I never thought about voting for you from the beginning, okay! This eunuch spoke so viciously. If I said I voted for Wen Boyuan, then
That is to say, I am flattering. If I vote for you, it means that I am clearly against the princess. Doesn't this force me to say bad words? Wu Jingshan, the Minister of Rites, was asked by Hu Xiaotian and he didn't know how to answer.
After a long while, he said: "Everything should speak for itself."
Wang Wenyou, the prefect of Tianbo City, said with a smile: "What Mr. Wu said is absolutely true. In the end, everything depends on the work, and everyone has different tastes. Everyone has a different appreciation style." Wang Wenyou's words are quite different.
lose.
Wu Jingshan said: "Eunuch Hu, if the princess does not participate in the selection, then only I and Mr. Wang will be left. If we choose differently, wouldn't it mean that there is no winner?"
Wang Wenyou said: "Actually, when we compete in painting skills, we don't necessarily have to win or lose, and it's not like we have to fight to the death to compete in martial arts." He still protects Hu Xiaotian in his heart. After all, Hu Xiaotian is Ji Feihua's, and Wang Wenyou has heard of Wen Boyuan's reputation.
, but he knew very little about Hu Xiaotian, but in his opinion, the apprentice of the painting master Liu Qingshan was by no means a wasted name, and he must be better than Hu Xiaotian no matter what.
Hu Xiaotian said: "Since it is a competition, there must be a winner and loser in the end. Mr. Wang is right as he said, everyone has different preferences and aesthetics, so just the two of you can't win.
Unable to make a fair judgment."
Wu Jingshan couldn't help but laugh. Hu Xiaotian was going to cancel all their judging qualifications. It seemed that this guy was scared and wanted to mess around and ruin the competition.
Wen Boyuan finally lost his temper: "How do you want to stay?"
Hu Xiaotian said: "It's very simple. Let's hang our paintings side by side here. Everyone present is eligible to vote. If they think the painting is more similar, they will put a copper coin under the painting, and finally count them together.
Whoever gets more copper coins in the end wins, what does General Wen think?"
When Wen Boyuan heard that this was better, there were so many people, not to mention most of them were his subordinates. Even if they voted fairly, he would be sure to win. He nodded and said: "Okay! I'll do as you say."
Hu Xiaotian added: "Before announcing the result, it is not allowed to announce who painted the painting. It is more fair to cover the signature and inscription with paper first."
Wen Boyuan nodded and said: "Okay!" No matter what tricks you, Hu Xiaotian, draw, painting skills are the last word. I have worked hard on painting for so many years, and I don't believe I can be as good as you, a little eunuch.
The two took out the work and handed it to the notary Wang Wenyou. Wang Wenyou went to the side hall to hang it up, and then took it to the lobby. In order to maintain the mystery, it was covered with a red silk cloth, underneath the two paintings.
A large ocean bowl was placed separately, which was prepared for voting.
Hu Xiaotian said: "Go back and call all the warriors who are on guard outside. The more people, the better. Each person has one vote. The one with the most votes wins."
Seeing Hu Xiaotian's confidence, Wen Boyuan felt a little uneasy at the moment. Could it be that this guy is really a hidden master of painting? No, even if he started painting from his mother's womb, he wouldn't be as good as me.
Wang Wenyou came between the two paintings and said loudly: "Listen, everyone, Mr. Hu and General Wen are meeting friends today to compare their skills. They all painted portraits of Her Royal Highness. Please judge fairly, who paints more like her?
Whoever paints better will throw a copper coin under the painting."
Everyone agreed in unison.
Under the attention of everyone, Wang Wenyou unveiled two red silk paintings at the same time. Everyone's eyes were focused on the two paintings at the same time. They were already amazed when they saw Wen Boyuan's painting, but when everyone saw the painting painted by Hu Xiaotian
When I was doing that sketch, I was simply amazed. Because in today's era, no one has seen such a painting method. In terms of painting skills, Hu Xiaotian's level is even better than that of Hu Xiaotian, but the painting methods are different and each has its own strengths. Sketch
The technique is very handy in portrait painting. The kind of light and shadow creation and strong three-dimensional feeling are unmatched by traditional painting methods. The reason why Hu Xiaotian dares to challenge Wen Boyuan, a master of painting, is that he is unexpected and uses sketches full of innovative ideas.
to attract everyone's attention.
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