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DAVID HOCKNEY ARRIVAL OF SPRING IN WOLDGATE
iPad drawing on 4 sheets of paper

93 x 70 inch

Edition of 10

THE ARRIVAL OF SPRING IN WOLDGATE, EAST YORKSHIRE, 16 May 2011

The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 16 May 2011 is part of a 10-edition, large size, print release from the 12-part collection of David Hockney’s The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate. Each piece presents the changing seasons on different days over the course of a year in 2011.

The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate captures the vibrant shift from winter to spring using his iPad, blending modern technology with traditional landscape art. Each piece is vibrant yet peaceful, depicting blossoming trees and awakening nature in Yorkshire. The digital brushstrokes add texture and depth, inviting viewers to experience spring’s beauty through Hockney’s eyes, making this series a key part of his catalogue raisonne.

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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 93" x 70", the piece showcases a peaceful country road flanked by lush greenery and overhanging branches, with delicate white blossoms lining the path. 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 soft greens and intricate detailing of the foliage evoke the freshness of late spring, drawing viewers into a serene, naturally enchanting setting.