石画（shí huà）- Stone Painting in AP Chinese Language and Culture

Definition

Stone painting refers to the art of painting on stones, using various techniques and materials. It is a traditional Chinese art form that combines painting skills with the unique texture and shape of stones.

Related terms

书法（shū fǎ）- Calligraphy: Calligraphy is an artistic writing style that uses brushstrokes to create beautiful characters. It shares similarities with stone painting in terms of brushwork and attention to detail.

国画（guó huà）- Traditional Chinese Painting: Traditional Chinese painting involves using ink and brushes to depict landscapes, figures, or other subjects. While it differs from stone painting in terms of medium, both forms emphasize skillful brushwork.

雕塑（diāo sù）- Sculpture: Sculpture is the art of creating three-dimensional objects by carving or shaping materials such as wood, clay, or stone. Although different in technique, both sculpture and stone painting involve working with solid materials to create visual art.