allonlinenovel Chapter 132 Discussion
Chapter 132 Discussion
After having breakfast, Jiang Weimin and Gu Ziyi set out on their journey home together, heading towards Gu's house.
At this moment, a tranquil atmosphere permeated the Gu family's living room, and Gu Bingxin sat there quietly, seemingly waiting patiently for their return.
When Jiang Weimin stepped into the house, he saw Gu Bingxin's familiar figure at a glance, and a happy smile immediately broke out on his face. He shouted loudly: "Master, I'm here again!"
Gu Bingxin was delighted to see his beloved disciple return. "Okay, okay, Ziyi, go and help Weimin move his luggage to the room! Weimin and I will go to the study to talk for a while."
However, Jiang Weimin waved his hand and said, "Master, don't worry. I also brought some small gifts for you and everyone else. I specially bought them from the Friendship Store!
Because I helped the publishing house successfully earn a lot of foreign exchange, the leader specially rewarded me with some foreign exchange coupons. "
Hearing this, Gu Bingxin smiled slightly, patted Jiang Weimin on the shoulder and said, "Haha, it's okay to talk about the gifts later. When our family is all here, you can take them out!
Now, tell me the details of these two things you have done recently."
So Gu Bingxin brought Jiang Weimin to the study, while Gu Ziyi moved Jiang Weimin's luggage upstairs.
In the study
"Master, did you receive the two sets of comic books I mailed to you earlier?"
Gu Bingxin nodded, "Yes, I got it. The two boxes are very delicate and beautiful, which is enough to show how much effort you put into this work.
Moreover, through the painting on the box, it is obvious that your painting skills have improved a lot!"
Jiang Weimin felt greatly encouraged by the praise, and a sense of accomplishment welled up in his heart.
Then, Jiang Weimin described in detail his entire journey from making packaging boxes, through participating in the Canton Fair and a series of other experiences, to how he gradually won orders.
Not only that, he also explained in detail how to cleverly adapt the storyline of the comic strip into the storytelling form of storytelling.
After listening to Jiang Weimin's description, Gu Bingxin said with emotion, "Weimin, you did a great job on these two things this time! It directly raised the influence of the comic strip to a higher level."
"Master, this is a good thing for our Qingdao Publishing House! It may not be a good thing for other publishing houses.
And did your remarks in the newspaper cause you no trouble or trouble?"
"It's no problem at all. It's nothing compared to increasing the influence of the comic strip.
Many old friends have asked me what kind of paintings can help the country earn foreign exchange. "
"As long as it doesn't affect you!"
"By the way, Weimin, in terms of subject matter, what did you gain from going to the Canton Fair this time?"
"Master, I gained a lot from going to the Canton Fair this time, and I also communicated with many booksellers.
As far as I know, European and American countries highly respect individual heroism, so their hero-themed comics are quite popular among the public;
Hong Kong, on the other hand, has a soft spot for comics that are full of martial arts style and contain intense fighting scenes;
As for Japan, its culture is relatively more inclusive. In addition to comics related to the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, other types may also be accepted.
It’s just that there are certain differences between our comic strips and their cartoons.
If I hadn’t used a lot of strategies this time, I would have had a hard time getting so many foreign exchange orders.”
"So that's how it is..." Gu Bingxin nodded thoughtfully, indicating that he understood the reason.
"Master, I brought a few comic books from overseas with me this time! Let's analyze and dissect them together later."
Jiang Weimin brought some foreign comic books, some of which he brought back from the Canton Fair in Guangzhou, while others were purchased at the Qingdao Friendship Store.
"Well, very good. After we complete the in-depth analysis, I will invite my old friends over in a few days, and you will explain it to them in detail then."
"Okay, Master! Oh, by the way, Senior Brother has already told me about the matter with the Shanghai Publishing House. Please politely refuse it for me!
After all, I now have a certain say in Qingdao Publishing House, and many matters will be handled more smoothly.”
"In fact, it won't be too difficult for you to carry out your work here at Shanghai Publishing House, because I'm here to assist you.
In addition, Shanghai Publishing House promises to arrange for you to study at Shanghai Academy of Fine Arts, which will undoubtedly become a highlight in your future resume.
Of course, if you plan to seek better development opportunities within the system in the future, it is better for you to stay in Qingdao Publishing House and maintain stability. "
Faced with the tempting proposal to study at the Shanghai Academy of Fine Arts, Jiang Weimin was not tempted at all.
The reason is simple. Next year is the crucial year of the college entrance examination. Once you are admitted to a university, the value of the academic qualifications you obtain is by no means comparable to that obtained through further studies alone.
"Master, please help me reject it! After all, I have just established a foothold in Qingdao Publishing House."
"I see.
But speaking of which, Weimin, what kind of work are you planning to create for foreigners this time?"
At this moment, Gu Ziyi walked in: "Dad, what I want to draw this time is "Havoc in Heaven"!"
Hearing this, Gu Bingxin turned to Jiang Weimin in front of him and asked doubtfully:
"Wei Min, why did you suddenly think of redrawing "Havoc in Heaven"? As far as the current version is concerned, I think it is already quite good!"
"Master, this is actually the cartoon about foreigners advocating personal heroism that I mentioned to you earlier.
The Monkey King's single-handed fight against 100,000 heavenly soldiers and generals is a better embodiment of personal heroism."
"That's what personal heroism means! I thought it was the same as China's combat heroes!"
"Master, the national conditions of foreign countries and China are different. What we are advocating now is that the whole country should work together as one, emphasizing teamwork and following rules. Foreigners, on the other hand, hope to become the protagonist of the story and become the one who can break the rules."
"So that's how it is! Foreigners' ideas are quite free. Weimin, how are you going to paint it?"
Jiang Weimin took out the image of the Monkey King that he had already drawn from his schoolbag.
The Monkey King in the picture was wearing a phoenix-wing purple gold crown, a golden chain mail armor, and lotus silk shoes.
His eyes revealed contempt for all the immortals, and he looked mighty, domineering and extremely arrogant, as if he didn't take anything in the world seriously.
Seeing this painting, Gu Ziyi couldn't help but be shocked: "This... is this really Sun Wukong? How can it be so different from the image I know?"
"Brother, before Sun Wukong went on his pilgrimage, he was called the Monkey King or the Great Sage Equaling Heaven. By the way, brother, what image of the Monkey King are you familiar with?"
"Junior brother, have you ever seen the cartoon "Havoc in Heaven" produced in China in the 60s? It was produced by our unit. The Monkey King I am familiar with has a stereotyped look."
"Brother, actually, the reason why I create like this is entirely in accordance with the aesthetic standards of foreigners.
And what I depicted was not an ordinary Monkey King, but the Great Sage Equaling Heaven, who was feared by all three worlds and famous throughout the world!"
"Junior brother, so this is what foreigners like? Why do I feel like I also like this version of the Monkey King?
The tyrannical aura emanating from him and the heroic spirit that looked down upon the world
Coupled with the equipment you carefully sketched, it is even more majestic and powerful!"
"Brother, I just drew the aura that the Monkey King should have."