Region 30°N, 60°W

Creative rationale

Over the subtropical Atlantic northeast of the Caribbean, moderate winds sweep across waters under high pressure and warm, humid conditions. The elevated pressure and moderate wind speed create a composition where saturated color pools gather at the canvas edges with energetic but controlled splatters, while the warm temperature and high humidity drive toward vivid primary hues softened by atmospheric moisture. The lack of precipitation allows for luminous white breathing space in the center, characteristic of Francis's later period where color retreats to the periphery.