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DAVID HOCKNEY ARRIVAL OF SPRING IN WOLDGATE
iPad drawing printed on paper

55in x 41.5 In

Edition of 25

THE ARRIVAL OF SPRING IN WOLDGATE, EAST YORKSHIRE, 1 April 2011

The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 1 April 2011 is a David Hockney iPad drawing from the 25-edition, regular size print release of his 49-part digital series The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate. This digital artwork presents a gently curving rural lane framed by bare winter trees forming a natural tunnel. Green grass and scattered yellow flowers suggest the early signs of seasonal transition, while the pale blue sky brings balance and serenity to the scene.

Created using an iPad, Hockney’s Arrival of Spring series transforms observational drawing into digital expression. This collection documents Yorkshire’s changing landscapes with vivid immediacy, capturing the emotional essence of spring through colour, rhythm, and modern technique.

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"If you ask me where I live, I'd always say it's wherever I happen to be"

- David Hockney

This vibrant iPad drawing exemplifies David Hockney's innovative approach to art. Measuring 55" x 41.5", the piece showcases a sunlit path winding through a lush, tree-lined landscape with soft, pastel hues of green and pink. The dynamic composition, combined with the digital medium, highlights Hockney's ability to blend technology with traditional landscape themes, creating a contemporary yet timeless work of art. The gentle colors and intricate details evoke a serene atmosphere, capturing the quiet beauty of nature awakening in spring.