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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, 18 December 2011

The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 18 December 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 captures a quiet forest path after a rainstorm, with puddles reflecting the muted light and raindrops creating ripples across the water's surface. The scene is framed by lush green foliage on one side and vibrant purple trees on the other, with the path winding into the distance. The dynamic composition, combined with the large-scale digital medium, highlights Hockney's ability to blend technology with traditional landscape themes, creating a contemporary yet timeless work of art. The rich colors and detailed depiction of the rain-soaked landscape evoke a sense of calm and reflection, drawing viewers into the serene and contemplative atmosphere of a rainy day in the woods.