Western Pacific 15n 120e
15°N, 120°E · Mark Rothko · 2026-07-13
Mark Rothko2026-07-13Mark Rothko2026
Creative Rationale
Over the Western Pacific Ocean northeast of the Philippines, warm tropical air masses create a contemplative atmospheric moment. The elevated temperature anomaly of 9.8K above normal translates into deep, glowing warm tones reminiscent of Rothko's late period, while the moderate pressure suggests three breathing bands of color. The high humidity of 79% intensifies the luminous quality, making the color fields appear to emit their own inner light with soft, vibrating edges influenced by the gentle southwesterly winds.
License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.