Interior

About this work

This painting shows a cozy room with warm yellow light. A wooden desk sits near a window, holding a lamp, a candle, and a few books. Bright orange flowers line the windowsill, and outside, green trees glow in the sunlight. A red blanket and yellow cushions drape over a chair, while a patterned rug covers the floor. The brushstrokes are thick and textured, especially on the blanket and cushions—it looks like the paint was applied in heavy layers. This technique makes the colors pop and feel almost real. Next, look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.