After Aurora Sinclair left, Professor Sherman grew more and more delighted as he examined the paintings. Using a magnifying glass, he compared the two works. The brushstrokes were truly identical—from the direction of the ink flow to the color of the ink, the technique was virtually the same.
Traditional Chinese painting emphasizes the varying shades of ink. The interplay of water and ink is said to create five colors: clear, pale, dark, heavy, and charred. These different ink tones are used to express layers, distance, and the play of light and shadow within the painting.
He couldn't believe someone as young as Aurora Sinclair had such a profound mastery of traditional painting. She must have been painting since she was a small child. Her talent was exceptional.
"Professor, isn't this painting from The Calligraphy Association? Why was it painted by Aurora Sinclair?" a student suddenly asked in confusion.
