Tropical South America 15s 70w
Creative Rationale
Over the high Andes of Peru, where extreme altitude creates an otherworldly atmospheric environment, the extremely low pressure and frigid temperature of 12.7 Kelvin (-260°C) suggest conditions at the edge of space. The gentle wind and moderate humidity create a contemplative scene where muted earth tones dominate, punctuated by sparse crystalline accents that speak to the frozen, rarified air. Following Francis's approach to calm conditions, I've allowed expansive luminous white space to breathe through the center, while cold-toned color pools gather at the edges like frost formations on a vast canvas.
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.
Tropical South America 15s 70w
Sam Francis — 2026-03-29-163716
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Hahnemühle German Etching 310gsm
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