The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 17 May 2011 is a David Hockney iPad drawing from the 25-edition, regular size print release of his acclaimed 49-part Arrival of Spring in Woldgate series. This composition captures a vivid patch of wildflowers blooming in the Yorkshire countryside, with clusters of cream, pink, and violet blossoms rising from dense spring grass. The scene pulses with the energy of renewal, conveyed through rich digital brushwork and harmonious colour.
Hockney’s iPad series celebrates seasonal transformation with painterly immediacy and digital fluency. Each Arrival of Spring work fuses modern technology with classical landscape vision, reaffirming his role in redefining how we experience nature through contemporary art.
This vibrant iPad drawing exemplifies David Hockney's innovative approach to art. Measuring 55" x 41.5", the piece captures the essence of a spring meadow, filled with a diverse array of wildflowers in shades of yellow, pink, and blue, set against a backdrop of lush green grass. 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 vivid colors and intricate details of the flowers evoke the richness and vitality of spring, drawing viewers into a vibrant and flourishing natural scene.
iPad drawing printed on paper55in x 41.5 In, Edition of 25©David Hockney
