Arctic
60°N, 70°W · Joan Mitchell · 2026-09-25
Joan Mitchell2026-09-25Joan Mitchell2026
Creative rationale
Over the Labrador Sea in the Canadian Arctic, this location experiences remarkably warm conditions with temperatures 13.2°C above the zonal mean, combined with high pressure and calm winds. The atmospheric warmth and stability inspire a composition of vibrant summer palette clusters, cadmium yellows, viridians, and cobalt blues, arranged in rounded, blooming formations against a luminous white ground that reflects the high pressure system. The gentle 2.3 m/s winds create soft directional flow rather than aggressive diagonal movement, while the absence of precipitation allows for open breathing spaces between the dense color groupings.
License: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Attribution: James Tannahill / art.jamestannahill.com. No commercial use or derivatives without permission.