The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 17 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 artwork presents a gentle country lane bordered by bright spring foliage and a worn red-brick wall fragment. Overhead, trees arch to form a vibrant canopy of green and soft pink, with the road disappearing into a bright opening rendered with digital brushwork and gestural lines.
Created on an iPad throughout 2011, Hockney’s Arrival of Spring series captures seasonal transformation in East Yorkshire with energy and clarity. The works merge digital fluency with observational depth, offering a contemporary reinterpretation of British landscape art through colour, form, and technological innovation.
This vibrant iPad drawing exemplifies David Hockney's innovative approach to art. Measuring 55" x 41.5", the piece showcases a tranquil path framed by trees and foliage in full spring bloom, with soft pinks, greens, and yellows.
The balanced 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 lively colors and intricate details capture the essence of spring’s renewal, inviting viewers into a serene, blossoming scene.
iPad drawing printed on paper55in x 41.5 In, Edition of 25©David Hockney
