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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, 14 April 2011

The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 14 April 2011 is a David Hockney iPad drawing from the 25-edition, regular size print release of his 49-part series The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate. This scene captures a springtime woodland bend, where a lilac path curves beneath blossoming trees and delicate budding branches. Vivid greens and soft white blooms convey the freshness of the season, animated by Hockney’s energetic digital linework.

Blending modern digital tools with traditional plein-air techniques, Hockney’s Arrival of Spring series documents the changing East Yorkshire landscape during 2011. Each iPad drawing reflects his mastery of light, texture, and colour — positioning the series as a defining moment in contemporary British landscape art.

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"It's always difficult to see the present"

- David Hockney

This vibrant iPad drawing exemplifies David Hockney's innovative approach to art. Measuring 55" x 41.5", the piece showcases a winding path surrounded by trees bursting with fresh green leaves and delicate blossoms. 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 rich textures and lively colors evoke the rejuvenation of nature in spring, capturing a moment of seasonal transformation.