Arctic 70n 20w

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Over the Greenland Sea in the high Arctic, where icebergs drift beneath the aurora, this location experiences intense atmospheric turbulence with strong northerly winds and surprisingly warm temperatures for the polar region. The high relative humidity and moderate precipitation create a raw, elemental environment that I've interpreted through Tannahill's expressive mark-making approach, using sweeping gestural strokes and layered textures to capture the wind's fierce energy. The temperature anomaly manifests as unexpected warm oranges and reds breaking through the dominant cool palette, while the high pressure gradient creates dense, overlapping forms that suggest the weight and movement of Arctic air masses.

License: This artwork is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.