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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 part of a 25-edition, regular size, print release from the 49-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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"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.