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DAVID HOCKNEY Computer drawings
Computer Drawing Printed by Inkjet

49" x 33.5"

Edition of 25

Jamie McHale 2, 2008

Jamie McHale 2, 2008 is one of Hockney's Computer Portraits as part of the wider Computer Drawings collection created using early computer-based artistic technology. These works highlight Hockney's forward-thinking approach to art, embracing new digital tools to push creative boundaries.

These portraits capture the essence of their subjects with modern, stylized lines and forms. Hockney’s use of early computer software demonstrates his adaptability, blending traditional portrait techniques with contemporary technology to produce visually captivating and innovative images.

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"Teaching someone to draw is teaching them to look"

- David Hockney

In this second portrait of Jamie McHale, Hockney captures a more intense and focused posture. McHale sits with his elbows resting on his knees, hands clasped, and gazes directly ahead, emphasizing a sense of contemplation or introspection. His casual attire, including a "Henleys" t-shirt and jeans, paired with the vibrantly textured background, highlights Hockney's modern digital painting technique while maintaining a natural and human-centered approach to portraiture. The interplay of color and texture brings out a sense of presence and immediacy in McHale's depiction.