Western Pacific 15n 160e
15°N, 160°E · Mark Rothko · 2026-04-05
Mark Rothko2026-04-05Mark Rothko2026
Creative Rationale
Over the western Pacific Ocean northeast of Palau and southeast of Guam, where warm tropical waters meet shifting atmospheric pressures. The moderate temperature of 26.5K with a significant positive anomaly creates a contemplative warmth, while the moderate pressure of 1009.4 Pa calls for three breathing bands of color. The high humidity of 76% demands luminous, glowing fields that seem to emit their own light, with gentle wind-softened edges that vibrate subtly across the canvas.
License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.