Sahara Sahel 15n 40e
15°N, 40°E · Helen Frankenthaler · 2026-07-10
Helen Frankenthaler2026-07-10Helen Frankenthaler2026
Creative Rationale
Over the Sahara-Sahel transition zone in Sudan, where desert meets sparse grassland, the extreme heat and aridity create a visual landscape of intense, concentrated color pools. The low humidity translates to more opaque washes that don't spread far, while the negligible precipitation means minimal bleeding effects. The moderate northwesterly wind directs subtle color flows southeastward across the canvas, and the scorching temperature fills the composition with warm ochres, salmon pinks, and golden tones that seem to radiate heat from concentrated centers.
License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.