Maritime Continent 30s 120e

Creative Rationale

Over the Southern Ocean southwest of Australia, this location experiences intense low pressure and cold temperatures with high winds and humidity. The frigid 9K temperature with its significant anomaly calls for Rothko's deepest contemplative blues and blacks, while the low pressure creates two heavy bands that dominate the canvas. The strong 10.9 m/s winds blur the boundaries between color fields, and the 87% humidity makes these dark colors glow with an inner luminescence despite their cool nature.