THE ARRIVAL OF SPRING IN WOLDGATE, EAST YORKSHIRE, 19 May 2011
The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 19 May 2011 is a David Hockney iPad drawing from the 25-edition, regular size print release of his 49-part Arrival of Spring in Woldgate series. This piece illustrates the vibrancy of seasonal growth, with a young tree in full leaf stretching its arched branches amidst a backdrop of tall, bare-trunked woodland. The composition bursts with dappled light and fresh green hues, celebrating nature’s regeneration.
Through this collection, Hockney combines the immediacy of iPad drawing with the careful observation of plein-air practice. His digital brushwork transforms fleeting moments into lasting visual poems of springtime renewal.
This vibrant iPad drawing exemplifies David Hockney's innovative approach to art. Measuring 55" x 41.5", the piece features a young tree adorned with fresh yellow-green leaves, standing out against a backdrop of dense, towering trees in a lush forest. 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 lively colors and intricate details capture the vitality and growth of spring, inviting viewers to experience the rejuvenating energy of nature in full bloom.
iPad drawing printed on paper55in x 41.5 In, Edition of 25©David Hockney
