Disturbed

About this work

This painting shows two ducks in water, their feathers wet and ruffled. One duck faces left, its head tilted up, while the other sits still behind it. The water around them is choppy, with quick brushstrokes that make it look alive. Tall reeds and trees frame the scene, their colors blending into the background. The artist used thick, visible brushstrokes to show movement in the water and feathers. The colors are bright but not polished—some areas look almost unfinished, like the paint was applied quickly. Next, look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.