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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, 19 March 2011

The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 19 March 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 piece portrays a sunlit country lane framed by tall trees and bare branches, with vibrant green foliage and a moss-covered brick ruin on the right, leading toward a glowing horizon under a clear blue sky.

Created entirely on an iPad, Hockney’s Arrival of Spring series redefines plein-air landscape art with bold colour, digital fluency, and observational depth. Documenting seasonal transformation in East Yorkshire throughout 2011, the collection has become a landmark in Hockney’s digital practice and a standout in contemporary British art.

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"When you look out at the world, there's a lot there. We edit it"

- David Hockney

This striking iPad drawing by David Hockney, printed on paper, measures 55 by 41.5 inches. It depicts a serene pathway lined with lush trees, leading towards a bright clearing, with a partially standing brick wall adding a historical touch. Hockney's use of vibrant greens and intricate linework creates a captivating sense of depth and light. Limited to an edition of 25, this exclusive print exemplifies Hockney's innovative approach to blending traditional landscape art with modern digital techniques.