Landscape 

Here is Mark Rothko's "Landscape", a lithograph, created sometime in the first half of the 20th century. Rothko, born in Latvia and later an immigrant to the United States, navigated a world deeply shaped by both the promise and the prejudice of the American dream. Think about Rothko’s journey as a Jewish immigrant, and how that might have influenced his perception and representation of the American landscape. This piece maintains traditional landscape views while reflecting on the emotional aspects of how we connect with our surroundings. The landscape seems to blur, perhaps suggesting a memory or a fleeting moment. His mark-making transforms the trees and buildings into almost spectral forms. Consider how Rothko’s personal history influenced his artistic expression and his translation of the American landscape. The way he captures a scene that feels both familiar and deeply personal encourages us to reflect on our own experiences and identities in relation to place.