Maritime Continent 15s 80e
15°S, 80°E · Gerhard Richter · 2026-03-16
Gerhard Richter2026-03-16Gerhard Richter2026
Creative Rationale
Over the maritime waters southeast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean, where warm tropical currents meet atmospheric instability. The moderate wind speed and southeast direction inspired diagonal sweeping motions across the canvas, while the high humidity and precipitation created layered, fluid forms that blur and blend. The temperature anomaly drove rich coral and amber tones that emerge through misty blues and grays, mimicking Richter's technique of revealing hidden colors through strategic concealment.
License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.