Region 30n 150e
30°N, 150°E · Sam Francis · 2026-07-30
Sam Francis2026-07-30Sam Francis2026
Creative Rationale
Over the Pacific Ocean southeast of Japan, where warm currents meet atmospheric rivers, moderate pressure and gentle southern winds create a dynamic yet balanced system. The relatively high humidity of 83% and warm temperatures manifest as saturated color pools that accumulate at the canvas edges, while the light 3.6 m/s wind from the south drives organic splatters and gestural marks outward from dense chromatic centers. The absence of precipitation allows for expansive luminous white space to breathe through the composition, creating the characteristic Francis interplay between bold color saturation and contemplative void.
License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.