My place is on fire

Chapter 384 Opening a Gallery!
Zhang Menghua's office is very big, beyond imagination.

Luo Rongning roughly estimated that this office is at least 200 square meters.

It is 10 times bigger than his small office in the scenic spot!
Moreover, the decoration style and furnishings of the office show a strong personal style.

On the east side of the office is a dense row of brackets on which more than a dozen sets of calligraphy works are hung.

The west side of the office is also supported by a row of brackets, on which are hung more than a dozen paintings.

Among these paintings, there are sketches, watercolors and ink washes, and the styles are varied.

The painting that Luo Yuning drew with Li Xinyan as a reference model when he came to Yuhuchun last time was impressively listed.

The position of the painting is still the golden position in the center.

The Four Treasures of the Study and papers of various sizes are placed in an orderly manner on an oversized desk on the northernmost side.

This is not so much Zhang Menghua's office, but her study is more appropriate.

"Xiao Luo, I heard from Lao Guang that you have two characteristics in painting, one is lifelike image, and the other is speed."

"Old Guang said that you can produce a painting in ten minutes, or even a few minutes."

"Why don't you draw a warm-up picture for my sister first, and then we can start talking about business."

"My sister is never picky. As long as it is drawn by you, I like it. Even if you draw a circle, I will ask someone to frame it and put it on my exhibition wall."

Zhang Menghua invited Luo Rongning to sit down, and began to trick him with a smile.

Although Zhang Menghua is full of routines, it can be seen that she really likes Luo Rongning's paintings.

"Then... let me draw a sketch for Sister Zhang first."

Luo Rongning also intended to improve the relationship with Zhang Menghua, so he agreed.

Luo Yuning didn't care much about the income from Yuhuchun Tea House, but he cared very much about his relationship with Zhang Menghua.

Yuhuchun teahouse is the most upscale teahouse with the highest specifications in the city, and the customers who come here to consume are either rich or expensive.

Zhang Menghua's personal connections are definitely an intangible wealth.

After binding the [Super Scenic Spot System], Luo Rongning did make a lot of money and opened up a lot of relationships.

However, his connections are limited to a small county like Wanshan County, and there are no big guys he knows any further.

Zhang Menghua has a very strong relationship in Shishi, and even the whole Hebei Province, so I might ask her sometime in the future.

As the saying goes, burning incense when you have something to do is not as good as running a few more times when you have nothing to do in the 15th day of the junior high school.

It's better to establish a good relationship with Zhang Menghua in advance than to hold him back when he needs him in the future.

"I'll hang paper and sharpen your pen!"

As soon as Zhang Menghua heard that Luo Rongning agreed, she volunteered to be an assistant, and hurried to prepare the easel drawing paper.

If Guang Tongfu saw this scene, his jaw would definitely drop.

Zhang Menghua was born in the Academy of Fine Arts, and also a double major in calligraphy and painting.

At the Shishi Academy of Fine Arts, she was also known as a talented woman.

The former goddess of the Academy of Fine Arts is now working as a small assistant for others.

There is the smell of a noble concubine grinding, and a Hercules taking off his boots.

Soon, Zhang Menghua prepared drawing boards and drawing paper for Luo Yuning, and personally sharpened a bunch of pencils of various models for him.

Sketching seems to be very simple and casual, but it also has a lot of attention.

Each model of pencil works differently.

4B, 6B, and 8B are used to shape and tone up, and to paint the dark side.

2B and 4B are used to paint the gray surface, and HB and 2B are used to paint the bright surface and details.

"What should I draw this time..."

Luo Yuning casually picked up a 4B pencil as a form of thinking.

Zhang Menghua looked expectant, he hesitated to speak a few times, and almost reminded Luo Rongning loudly.

However, as an elder and a shameless person, she really couldn't say it.

"Brother Luo, I think Sister Zhang is a very good model."

Li Xinyan, who had been an audience for a long time, suddenly spoke to remind Luo Rongning.

Zhang Menghua turned to look at Li Xinyan after hearing what she said, and gave her a look of approval.

Li Xinyan doesn't know how to paint, but she knows how to read words and expressions, and continued:

"Sister Zhang has such a good temperament, coupled with Luo Ge's superb painting skills, she can definitely draw a classic painting."

Zhang Menghua looked at Li Xinyan with a smile, and said: "You child, how can I have such a temperament as an old lady, I can't do it, I am old."

Previously, Zhang Menghua and Li Xinyan did not have any eye contact during the whole process. It can be seen that the relationship between the two is very ordinary.

Li Xinyan's timely words brought the relationship between the two closer.

"Sister Zhang, I think Xinyan's proposal is good, so I will boldly draw a sketch for Sister Zhang."

Luo Yuning pretended to be hesitant before starting to write because he wanted to give Li Xinyan a chance to befriend Zhang Menghua, and Li Xinyan also successfully seized this opportunity.

"Then... let's do it!" Zhang Menghua also achieved his goal, and happily sat on the stool in front of Luo Rongning.

Luo Rongning walked to the easel, observed it quietly for a while, and then began to paint. First, he used a 4B pencil to render the surrounding background.

Then I changed to 2B pencil to draw the gray surface.

Various types of pencils can be switched freely in Luo Rongning's hands.

In less than 3 minutes, a general outline was drawn.

Next, Luo Rongning began to replace the bright side with 2B and 4B pencils, and began to draw details.

1 minute, 2 minutes, 3 minutes...

After five minutes and 33 seconds, Luo Yuning finished the painting and put the pencil back into the pen slot under the bracket.

Li Xinyan witnessed the whole process of his painting from behind Luo Yuning, and the expression on her face gradually changed from calm to surprised. After seeing the finished product, she was so surprised that she was speechless.

Luo Yuning looked at Zhang Menghua and said, "Sister Zhang, I finished the drawing, please forgive me for the bad part."

"As long as I don't paint me as an old hag."

Zhang Menghua said something with a smile, got up from his seat and walked towards Luo Rongning.

There was only seven or eight meters between the two of them, but the distance of a few steps to Zhang Menghua felt very, very long.

Seeing the stunned look of Li Xinyan behind Luo Rongning, Zhang Menghua also wondered what Luo Rongning painted her like, and shocked the little girl like that.

"This, this is..."

After seeing Luo Yuning's finished product, like Li Xinyan, Zhang Menghua opened his mouth in surprise!

Like, it's so similar!

Zhang Menghua stood in front of the sketch portrait, as if looking at a mirror that could only show black and white silhouettes.

Moreover, the unique color of the pencil makes the characters in the painting look more real, even more real than photos!
"Xiao Luo, your sketches are definitely ranked first in China!"

"You said that you have such a high level but you don't want to develop into the art circle. What kind of scenic spot are you running! It's a waste of talent!"

After being surprised, Zhang Menghua looked at Luo Yuning with both admiration and regret.

"Everyone has their own aspirations. I think it's very interesting to open a scenic spot. Being in the green mountains and green waters every day is not only good for your physical and mental health, but also cultivates your sentiments by the way."

Luo Yuning smiled and explained while Li Xinyan handed her a wet towel to wipe her hands.

Zhang Menghua said regretfully, "It's a pity! It's a pity! If you cultivate art deeply, you will definitely create a great career in the future!"

Luo Yuning said modestly: "Sister Zhang praised me highly, but I am only an amateur. I am not as good as you said."

"If you're an amateur, the teachers in Guang Tongfu's school will be full of money!"

Zhang Menghua said with a smile: "Guang Tongfu can lure you to become a teacher in their school, it is definitely a treasure."

Luo Yuning smiled and said, "It's an honor for me to be admitted to an art school."

"Xiao Luo, since I saw the painting you drew for Xiao Li last time, I have been thinking about one thing. Seeing the sketch you just drew, my idea is more determined."

Zhang Menghua suddenly turned around and pointed to the painting that Luo Rongning had drawn for Li Xinyan before, and said solemnly:

"I want to separate this office and create a gallery to display my collections.

It would be great if you could provide a few more paintings in a variety of styles. "

"Get a gallery?" Luo Rongning was puzzled when he heard Zhang Menghua's words.

Gallery in the tea house?What kind of magical operation is this?

"Xiao Luo, you may not know much about our teahouse. Our Yuhuchun is not only a place to sell tea, but also a platform for multi-party cultural exchanges."

Zhang Menghua explained with a smile: "The proportion of our Yuhuchun guests are Chinese.

Liang Hongxi, the president of our Provincial Artists Association, Bai Kaicheng, the president of the Provincial Calligraphers Association, and Ma Hongjun, the president of the Provincial Writers Association, are all our VIP customers. "

"Um, so that's how it is..." Luo Rongning understood this time.

It is quite a feat for a teahouse to gather all books, beauty, works, and three presidents.

Zhang Menghua persuasively said: "So, Xiao Luo, do you want to think carefully about my proposal?

You are also one of the major shareholders of our Yuhuchun, you also want our teahouse to be better and better? "

"Of course I want our teahouse to be better and better, but..."

Luo Yuning smiled and said, "It's just that I'm a nobody, so it's better not to make a fool of myself in front of others."

"Xiao Luo, I have to say a few words to you. Young people know that humility is a good thing, but it is not a good thing to be too humble!"

Zhang Menghua pointed at the painting that Luo Yuning drew before, and said, "Yesterday Liang Hongxi came to drink tea with us, and he was full of praise for your painting, and said that if he had a chance, he would draw you into our Hebei Provincial Artists Association."

"Pull me into the Artists Association?" Luo Rongning was a little surprised when he heard the news.

Zhang Menghua nodded and said seriously: "Yes, what he means is that when the enrollment expansion is opened up next year, he will directly pull you into our Hebei Province Artists Association.

In the words of President Liang Hongxi, it is impossible to bury a talent like you.

We hope that the Provincial Artists Association does not have a high sense of presence in the country, and we urgently need young and promising young painters like you to carry the banner. "

Luo Yuning waved his hands and said with a smile: "What kind of talent am I... I'll just forget about it. I really don't have the time or energy to develop in this area."

"Xiao Luo, as someone who has experienced it, my sister will give you some advice. Even if you don't want to develop in the field of art, don't refuse President Liang Hongxi's kindness."

Zhang Menghua persuaded: "As the saying goes, there are many friends and many roads. If you have more friends, you can travel easily. In our country, network resources are the most precious resources.

As long as there is an opportunity to expand your network, don't miss it, even if you don't need it now, maybe you will need it sometime in the future. "

"Sister Zhang is right." Luo Rongning agreed with Zhang Menghua's words.

The reason why he readily agreed to paint for Zhang Menghua today was actually because he wanted to develop her relationship.

"What about Ronaldinho? Do you want to consider my sister's suggestion just now?"

"Let me tell you, this art exhibition is actually similar to golf. It is far away from ordinary people, but it is a fashion in the upper class."

"Among the ten big shots, there are at least seven or eight who like calligraphy or painting."

Zhang Menghua continued to be persuasive and persuasive: "When our gallery is established, the reputation of Yuhuchun Tea House will increase a lot.

Not only is it a kind of publicity for our teahouse, but also a good publicity for you personally.

Both of us can gain fame and fortune, win-win cooperation..."

Zhang Menghua talked about the gallery for four to five minutes.

It seems that Yuhuchun Tea House would not be complete without this gallery.

Without this gallery, heaven and earth will not tolerate it!
"Sister Zhang has already talked about this point. If I refuse again, wouldn't it be a little ignorant?"

Luo Yuning smiled helplessly and said, "Since sister Zhang wants to open this gallery, and she doesn't dislike my lack of fame and mediocre level, then I'll make a fool of myself and contribute a few paintings to the gallery."

"That's right! It's a deal! Tomorrow, no, I'll call someone from the decoration company to come and see the place in the afternoon, and I'll start work tonight, trying to get this gallery up as soon as possible."

It took Zhang Menghua a long time to persuade Luo Rongning to agree, as if he was afraid that he would return, he hurriedly said the words to death.

Luo Yuning asked, "What kind of painting does Miss Zhang want?"

"Anything, as long as it's drawn by you!" Zhang Menghua didn't pick anything, and it was easy to pass.

Luo Rongning: "Then I'll go back tonight and think about it. Tomorrow I'll send someone to deliver... 5 paintings to Sister Zhang!"

"Okay! Five paintings are five." Zhang Menghua was not that greedy, and when he heard that Luo Yuning could support five paintings, he nodded in satisfaction.

Giving only five paintings for the opening is already very face-saving. As for more paintings... I will ask for them slowly in the future!

The two discussed about the gallery for another ten minutes before returning to today's business.

"Li Xinyan, right? Let's sign a new contract in a while, and you will be our vice president of Yuhuchun from now on."

Zhang Menghua didn't have any objection to this matter at all, she and Luo Rongning had a happy chat, and now she will have no objection.

"Thank you Mr. Zhang, thank you Brother Luo! If there is anything wrong in the future, please ask Sister Zhang and Brother Luo to criticize and advise."

Resisting the excitement in her heart, Li Xinyan bent down and bowed to Zhang Menghua and Luo Yuning to express her gratitude.

Jingle bell, jingle bell--!

Just as Li Xinyan finished speaking, the phone in Luo Rongning's pocket rang.

He took out his phone and saw the name on the caller ID: Big Star.

Luo Rongning connected the phone with a swipe of his finger, and Lin Xin's voice sounded from the opposite side.

(End of this chapter)