These thick strokes/marks might blend into one another, but they will tend to create distinct streaks that add texture that comes forward in relief from the surface of the piece. Because the brush/tool is so loaded with paint, the artist generally does not know exactly how the mass of paint will land and be spread across the painting, so a degree of indeterminacy is introduced. The generous amount of paint also leaves a strong impression of the energy in the artist's stroke and can be used to express powerful emotions. The hand of the artist is made quite evident.

Featured: Bridge Over a Pond of Water Lilies by Claude Monet.