Tropical South America 15s 70w
Creative Rationale
Over the high Andes of Peru and Bolivia, where extreme altitude creates uniquely thin atmospheric conditions, the extraordinarily low sea-level pressure reading and cold temperatures reflect the harsh mountain environment. The high pressure gradient suggests dramatic topographical changes, while the minimal wind and high humidity indicate still, moisture-laden air typical of cloud-shrouded peaks. These conditions translate into a Mondrian composition dominated by blue fields representing the cold, with an intricate grid of thick black lines reflecting both the high pressure gradient and humidity, creating small geometric cells that echo the fractured, rocky landscape of the Altiplano.
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
Piet Mondrian — 2026-04-27-060044
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Hahnemühle German Etching 310gsm
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