Arctic
60°N, 40°E · Hilma af Klint · 2026-09-14
Hilma af Klint2026-09-14Hilma af Klint2026
Creative rationale
Over the Siberian Arctic Ocean northeast of the Kara Sea, where frigid waters meet endless ice, the atmospheric data reveals a story of mystical equilibrium. The extremely cold temperature of 12.1°C demands soft ethereal pastels that echo the frozen landscape, while the high humidity of 95% calls for flowing, organic forms that speak to the moisture-laden air. The moderate pressure and gentle westerly winds inspire open, contemplative spirals and concentric circles that breathe with sacred geometry, creating a mandala of arctic transcendence.
License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.