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About this work

This painting shows a quiet winter scene with bare trees in the foreground. The branches twist against a pale sky, and the ground is covered in patches of snow and grass. In the distance, a body of water reflects the dull light, and a few buildings peek through the trees. The brushstrokes are thick and textured, especially on the trees and grass, giving the scene a rough, almost tangible feel. This technique is called *impasto*—where paint is laid on thickly so you can almost see the strokes. Next, check out impasto to see how artists use thick paint to create texture.