The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire, 25 March 2011 is a David Hockney iPad drawing from the 10-edition, large size print release of his 12-part Arrival of Spring in Woldgate collection. This vibrant piece captures a country lane flanked by dense spring greenery and scattered yellow daffodils in the foreground. A road sign stands quietly to the left, while the pink-toned path winds into the trees under a muted sky, evoking a sense of movement and seasonal freshness.
In this digital landscape series, Hockney blends modern technology with classical composition to chronicle Yorkshire’s transformation from winter to spring. His use of the iPad allows for a layered, luminous effect, offering a contemporary reworking of plein-air tradition that cements the Arrival of Spring in Woldgate as a pivotal work in his digital oeuvre.
This artwork by David Hockney, created using an iPad and printed on paper, measures 93 x 70 inches. It captures a winding pathway enveloped in vibrant, abstract natural elements. The path, depicted in shades of pink and purple, draws the viewer into the distance, flanked by lush greenery and intricate vegetation. Hockney's masterful use of expressive black lines to portray overarching tree branches adds a dynamic depth to the scene. This limited edition print, with only 10 copies available, exemplifies Hockney's innovative approach to blending traditional landscape themes with modern digital techniques.
iPad drawing on 4 sheets of paper93 x 70 inchEdition of 10
