Kokkotulia
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
fire
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This painting shows a big fire burning in what looks like a forest. The flames are bright orange and red, licking up toward dark, thick trees. In the foreground, three small figures stand close together, watching the fire from a distance. The brushstrokes are thick and bold, especially on the fire, making it look almost three-dimensional. The artist used lots of color to show the heat and movement in the flames. If you like this style, look up impasto to see how artists build up paint for texture.
