In order to participate in a charity event jointly organized by the Calligraphy Association and several other units, Zhao Jinyu even bought clothes for this purpose, but when it comes to how much he attaches importance to this, he is not sure. 【Read the latest chapter】
The main reason is that this event is in Kyoto, and he is a member of the Calligraphy Association. Since Zhang Yuehua, the vice chairman of the Kyoto branch, has already spoken in person, it would be a bit disrespectful for him to refuse.
Such charity activities are bound to involve the selfishness of some people who want to become famous, but who can say that they have no selfishness at all? Besides, even if these people have their own little plans, they still do good deeds. What's wrong? I have the ability to contribute to charity, so why should I be so pretentious?
According to the time Zhang Yuehua said, Zhao Jinyu arrived either early or late. After handing the invitation letter to the receptionist at the entrance, he entered the exhibition hall directly.
After he entered, he took a few glances, and from the layout, exhibits and guests at the venue, he found that the level of this event should be not low. Originally, he planned to walk around alone to see if there were any particularly rare calligraphy and painting works for collection, and then go to find Zhang Yuehua.
Before he could finish looking at one of the exhibits, Zhang Yuehua hurried over and said as soon as they met, "Xiao Zhao, why are you here just now? I called you and didn't answer the phone. I was afraid that you would be late and delay things. When the chairman Why don't you kill me?"
Zhao Jinyu arrived a few minutes early as usual. When Zhang Yuehua said this, she thought she had got the time wrong. She raised her wrist to check the time again and then replied, "Teacher Zhang, I should not be late." ?"
"Aren't you in a hurry? Why didn't you come earlier? You have a heavy responsibility today. Don't be afraid of the stage later?"
"Why are you stage frightened? It's not my first time attending a banquet. Why should I be stage frightened?" Zhao Jinyu said a little strangely.
Zhang Yuehua asked nervously, "Didn't I tell you that as a member of our Calligraphy Association, you will have a live calligraphy performance today? Have you forgotten?"
"I know, isn't that why you made so many phone calls? Teacher Zhang, there must be thousands of people in our association, why did you give up such a good opportunity to me? I'm really honored. "Yes!" Maybe others would see this as a good opportunity to make a name for themselves, and they would naturally feel honored, but looking at Zhao Jinyu's expression now, they obviously don't think so.
Zhang Yuehua smiled and said, "Aren't you the best in handwriting? Besides, look at the entire Kyoto branch, when it comes to live performances, who else is there besides you?" One is a handsome young man with delicate features, and the other is Among the old men with gray beard and hair, who can arouse the public's favor and attention more? Is it even necessary to choose?
Zhao Jinyu glanced at Zhang Yuehua and did not refute him. He just said this just now, and it was not a big deal. If he really didn't want to, he wouldn't come here today.
"Teacher Zhang, it should start in a while. If you have anything to do, go ahead and do some work. I'll take a look around first," Zhao Jinyu persuaded him when he saw that he was a little impatient.
"There are dedicated staff, so what does a little pawn like me have to do? I'll be looking for you again later."
The organizer of today's charity event invited many people. Zhang Yuehua naturally did not want to give up the opportunity to expand interpersonal relationships. As a necessary communication tool for modern people, Zhao Jinyu's mobile phone is often either turned off or not answered. It is like this again today. He was afraid that if he made a mistake, he would not be able to find anyone later.
"I'm just visiting this exhibition hall. Where can I go?" If it weren't for the fear of being rude, Zhao Jinyu would have the urge to roll her eyes at him.
"Okay, remember not to run away without seeing anyone," Zhang Yuehua thought, and left after giving a special explanation.
Zhao Jinyu happened to walk in front of a calligraphy work. Looking at the seven-character poem in front of him, he couldn't help but nod secretly. Hearing what he said, he waved his hands casually to show that he heard it.
It's not that he has a high vision, it's that not many people in modern times can really concentrate on practicing calligraphy. He has been here for more than a year, and the works that can catch his eye are very limited. It's rare that the one in front of him is not bad. good.
I paid special attention to the signature on the left. It was a very unfamiliar name. I don’t know how old I was. It was pretty good to be at this level.
Make a note of the exhibit number so you can purchase it after the show. All works on display here are for sale. When he encounters calligraphy and painting works that he thinks are decent, he writes down the numbers so that he can buy them later. It is not for the purpose of collecting and increasing the value of the works, but because all the proceeds from the sales of the exhibited works will be donated to charity. Charity to support out-of-school children.
The works on display this time are basically members' works provided by several co-organizers. Some are already famous calligraphers, painters, and artists, and some, like what Zhao Jinyu saw just now, are provided by unknown newcomers. These newcomers have passed through various Channels allow one’s works to be displayed in exhibition halls.
As for the method of selection, Zhao Jinyu didn't pay much attention to the association's activities when he was in Kyoto. Moreover, he had not had much contact with the outside world for more than a month before, so it was naturally unknown what notification activities the association had. .
However, as is the case in ancient and modern times, the number of works exhibited this time is limited by each unit, and I imagine there must have been fierce competition within each unit.
Accompanied by several people, Zou Haibin was admiring the works in the exhibition hall. He was not very good at these things, but he had seen a lot and had somewhat developed his eyesight. He could generally tell the quality of the works from bad ones. Because Tang Dynasty Entertainment has collaborated with some artists from the Artists Association many times, he naturally received an invitation letter. For a charity event like today, he received an invitation letter. Generally speaking, whenever possible, he would send someone to attend even if he could not come in person. .
Knowing that there would be an auction today, he happened to be in Kyoto and came over in person, just to see if he could come across any good works so that he could take pictures and give them to the old man. Others may not know it clearly, but those of them who are close to the Chen family basically know that the old man of the Chen family has this hobby, and those people below them will naturally follow suit. After all, it is Chen Lixuan's money that they spend.
Zou Haibin saw someone standing not far away and walked over in a few steps. He stood behind him and was about to raise his hand to pat him on the shoulder. Zhao Jinyu turned around just in time. In the eyes of others, he hadn't turned around to see the person yet. He said hello. It was already ringing, "Mr. Zou, you are here!"
Even though Zou Haibin sighed inwardly at Zhao Jinyu's vigilance, he still stretched out his hand very firmly forward, patted his shoulder and said with a smile, "Jinyu, what a coincidence, you are here too."
"Well, let's take a look," Zhao Jinyu replied, and smiled at the people next to him as a greeting.
As a special guest, Zou Haibin naturally came on time. After a brief greeting, he said, "It's about time. Jin Yu can go in with us." He didn't know whether Zhao Jinyu could enter the auction inside, but since When I see it, I take advantage of the opportunity and invite it together.
Before he could refuse, Zhang Yuehua came over again and said, "Xiao Zhao, it's almost time, let's go there first!"
Zhao Jinyu nodded to Zhang Yuehua to indicate that she understood, then turned to Zou Haibin and said, "Thank you, please go ahead. I will go on stage for a live calligraphy performance later, and now I have to prepare," and then left with Zhang Yuehua.
It was said that it was preparation before going on stage, but in fact there was nothing to prepare. I just asked them to come over and confirm some procedural issues. Since this charity auction has this link, the organizer has naturally made relevant preparations early. There are not many things to prepare, just pens, ink, paper and inkstones. Even if these preparations are not top-notch, they are still of high quality. They must not be allowed to affect everyone's performance due to external conditions.
After the auction officially started, except that the auction items were calligraphy and painting, it was actually no different from other charity auctions. It was interspersed with various cultural and artistic performances, and the atmosphere at the scene was still very lively.
Those that can be put up for auction are actually the works of some well-known calligraphers and painters. Those that are unknown can at most be hung in the exhibition hall for people to watch. If they are lucky, they will be collected, otherwise they will have to wait until the exhibition is over. Take it back again.
In recent years, various collection crazes have emerged in China. In addition to investing in stocks and bonds, rich people now have many more investment channels, such as jade, antiques, gold coins, stamps, etc., and calligraphy and painting works are becoming more and more popular. Most of them are favored by investors.
Fortunately, maybe you have bought several thousand yuan of calligraphy and painting works. When the artist's fame rises, the value of these works will naturally increase greatly. This will test your eyesight and luck. Of course, there are many people who lose all their money.
In recent years, the calligraphy and painting industry has been pursued by both enterprises and individual investors, and the market has become increasingly active. When there are many famous people participating in the auction tonight, the people participating in the auction are still quite capable.
The auctions at first were all works by some well-known calligraphers and painters, so the transaction price was naturally unlikely to be that high. Almost halfway through the auction process, the transaction price of a single item finally exceeded 200,000. It also re-heated the atmosphere that had become somewhat cold just now.
When another auction item was being bid, Zhang Yuehua, who was sitting nearby, reminded Zhao Jinyu, "After this painting is sold, the host will notify you to come on stage. You know this song and dance will last for more than five minutes, so make good time." , even if it can’t be completed by the end of the dance, it can’t take too much time, so be careful!”
It’s no wonder Zhang Yuehua is so nervous. Painting on site and then auctioning it off is nothing new, but for a completely unknown newcomer like Zhao Jinyu, this is the first time. He fully advocated recommending Zhao Jinyu to come to power. If he messed up, it would be difficult for him, the vice chairman of the Kyoto branch.
However, when he thought that he had learned from his teacher that Zhao Jinyu had experience performing on stage, and that he had already told a friend in advance that he would help raise the price during the auction, he felt that he had done everything he needed to do. If you can't beat the one next door, then you can only think that your skills are inferior to others.
After the auctioneer left, the host came on stage and began to introduce the upcoming program arrangements. The first person to take the stage was a painter named Yan who looked quite immortal. Zhao Jinyu had seen his paintings before, and his paintings were on the market. The works have sold for four to five thousand yuan per square foot and are very popular among investors. Another female painter surnamed Lin seems to have a scholarly air and has many titles. However, judging from the current reaction, Zhao Jinyu guessed that she is not very famous.
If the appearance of these two people was expected, then the appearance of the third person was definitely beyond everyone's surprise. One is that he is too young, and the other is that he not only has outstanding temperament, but also has an appearance that is beyond everyone’s expectations. He is even more beautiful than the stars who performed just now. When introducing his identity, in addition to the title of a top student of Beijing University, the only person with the title is The one who excelled was that he had won the special prize in a college student calligraphy competition, which was completely different from the glorious past of the other two people on the stage.
Several handsome men and beauties on the stage were newcomers recently launched by Tang Dynasty Entertainment. They were dressed in ancient costumes and performed songs and dances that fit the atmosphere of the scene. As a member of Tang Dynasty Entertainment, Zou Haibin didn't pay much attention to these people. More All his attention was focused on Zhao Jinyu on the left side of the stage, while listening to the discussions of the people next to him.
"He should participate in the talent show on the TV station. Why come here to mix things up?"
"Looking at the posture, it looks like that. I wonder if I can see what I will bring out later?"
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Zou Haibin sat below and couldn't help but mourn for the other two artists on the same stage as Zhao Jinyu. After San Shao received his call, he told him that if the young master's work today did not cost one million, he would Pack your bags and prepare to go to Africa to develop markets for your company.
Originally, Zou Haibin was still worried that if he raised the price too much all at once, he would attract attention, but he didn't expect that in the end, all his worries would be in vain!
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