The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 2 June 2011 is a David Hockney iPad drawing from the 25-edition, regular size print release of his 49-part Arrival of Spring in Woldgate collection. This piece shows the arrival of spring through vibrant green foliage and filtered light. A sunlit path winds through a dense forest, bordered by blooming wildflowers. New leaves unfurl on the trees, evoking the freshness and growth of the season.
Created entirely on the iPad, Hockney’s Arrival of Spring series captures seasonal change with vivid immediacy and painterly nuance. Each image reflects the artist’s unique vision of East Yorkshire’s transformation in 2011, combining digital fluency with observational depth to redefine the tradition of landscape art.
This vibrant iPad drawing exemplifies David Hockney's innovative approach to art. Measuring 55" x 41.5", the piece features a quiet woodland path shaded by tall trees, with rich green foliage surrounding the scene and a warm, dappled light filtering through. 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 deep greens and subtle play of light and shadow capture the peaceful, introspective atmosphere of a late spring day, inviting viewers into the calm and beauty of nature's embrace.
iPad drawing printed on paper55in x 41.5 In, Edition of 25©David Hockney
