Traditional Culture Encyclopedia - Photography major - -We and the Earth-In the summer season, there is a folk saying of "looking at the Qiaoyun in July and August". "Qiaoyun" refers to what kind of clouds are fantastic and changeable.

-We and the Earth-In the summer season, there is a folk saying of "looking at the Qiaoyun in July and August". "Qiaoyun" refers to what kind of clouds are fantastic and changeable.

There is a folk saying of "watching Qiaoyun in July and August". "Qiaoyun" refers to the clouds that appear in summer, and their shapes and changes are very strange and changeable.

These clouds usually show various shapes, such as cirrus clouds, cumulus clouds, tendril clouds, drizzle clouds, etc., and their changes are rapid and artistic. In folk tradition, people like to observe and appreciate these clever cloud changes, which are called "qiaoyun". It is said that this change in clouds is most noticeable during the summer season, between July and August of the lunar calendar. The fantasy and changeability of Qiaoyun allow people to feel the magical beauty of nature, and at the same time it has become an expression and fun of cultural folk customs.

While watching and appreciating "Qiaoyun", people will also try to find symbols of auspiciousness and beauty in the shapes, colors and changes of these clouds. Because different cloud shapes may be seen as different auspicious omens. For example:

1. Dragon-shaped clouds: If the clouds take on the shape of a dragon, it is considered a symbol of auspiciousness and may herald the arrival of a good harvest and good luck.

2. Phoenix Cloud: The clouds form the shape of a phoenix, which is considered a symbol of good luck and good luck and may indicate happiness and prosperity.

3. Fairy clouds: Clouds shaped like fairies or beautiful women are considered auspicious and good omens, and may represent the coming of happiness and love.

4. Horse-shaped clouds: Clouds form the shape of a horse, which is regarded as a symbol of good luck and courage, and may indicate success and victory.

5. Ruyi clouds: The clouds are shaped like Ruyi or pagodas and are considered to be a symbol of good luck and good luck and may bring happiness and success.

Other knowledge when it comes to Qiaoyun

1. Classification of clouds: Qiaoyun refers to clouds in summer, and clouds can be classified according to shape and height. Common clouds include cumulus clouds, stratus clouds, cirrus clouds, nimbus clouds, etc. Each type of cloud layer has its specific formation conditions and appearance characteristics. Understanding the classification and characteristics of different cloud layers can increase our understanding of clouds and the joy of observation.

2. The scientific principle of clouds: Clouds are formed by the condensation of water vapor in the air on condensation nuclei. When water vapor encounters particles on the cooler surface or in the air, it condenses into water droplets or ice crystals, forming clouds. Understanding how clouds form can give us a deeper understanding of their wonders and changes.

3. The influence of meteorology: Clouds are not only beautiful natural landscapes, but also important indicators of meteorological changes. The type and shape of clouds can provide clues about the weather. For example, storm clouds indicate possible rainfall, and an increase in cumulus clouds can mean that the weather is getting hotter. By observing changes in clouds, we can increase our ability to predict weather.

4. Clouds and art: Qiaoyun is not only appreciated in folk culture, but also attracts the attention of many artists. Art forms such as painting, photography, and poetry can all use the cloud to express beauty and imagination. The soft, smooth shapes and changing colors of the clouds bring rich inspiration and expressiveness to artistic creation.