Matti kaskella

About this work

This painting shows two people standing by a small fire in a rocky forest. The man is barefoot, wearing a worn white shirt and dark pants, holding something in his hands. The woman is dressed in a blue jacket and a long red skirt, leaning toward him. Tall birch trees surround them, and the firelight flickers on the rocks. The man’s face looks tired, and the woman’s posture suggests she’s listening closely. The brushstrokes are thick in places, especially on the rocks and trees, giving the scene a textured feel. Look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.