Arctic 60n 70w
60°N, 70°W · Gerhard Richter · 2026-09-13
Gerhard Richter2026-09-13Gerhard Richter2026
Creative Rationale
Over the Arctic Ocean northeast of Baffin Island, where ice meets the harsh polar atmosphere, the dramatic temperature anomaly of 13.4K above normal creates an unexpected warmth bleeding through layers of cold. The moderate easterly wind at 6.5 m/s drives horizontal sweeping strokes across the canvas, while the significant pressure gradient of 21.85 Pa/cell demands multiple revealed layers of complex color interaction. The high humidity and minimal precipitation suggest a heavy, saturated atmosphere where colors blend and merge rather than remaining distinct.
License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.