Arctic 60n 130w
60°N, 130°W · Hilma af Klint · 2026-03-16
Hilma af Klint2026-03-16Hilma af Klint2026
Creative Rationale
Over the Arctic Ocean northwest of Canada's mainland, where the Beaufort Sea meets the permanent ice pack, extreme atmospheric conditions create a mystical frozen landscape. The exceptionally low pressure of 875.7 Pa suggests a deep cyclonic system, while the moderate easterly winds and near-saturated air with light precipitation paint a scene of swirling ice crystals and aurora-like formations. The extreme cold anomaly transforms into deep indigos and purples, punctuated by the sacred geometry of ice formations and the organic spirals of wind-driven snow.
License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.