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DAVID HOCKNEY My normandy
Inkjet print on paper

34 x 42.9 in. (86.4 x 109.2 cm)

Edition of 35

Spilt Ink, 2019

Spilt Ink, 2019 is part of a 35‑edition release from David Hockney’s My Normandy series. Rendered in ink, marker, and iPad, it showcases an intricate abstract collage of organic, tentacle‑like forms, numbered pods, and textured grid patterns. Vibrant concentric spirals of red, green, and blue intertwine with linear hatchings and stippled fields, creating dynamic movement across the composition.

Each limited‑edition David Hockney Spilt Ink print from the My Normandy series harnesses iPad drawing technology to deliver dynamic abstract digital art. Hockney’s fluid brushstroke layers, vibrant color gradations, and organic tentacle motifs redefine contemporary French abstract landscape art. Collectors of abstract collage and digital ink illustration will prize this immersive composition.

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"There are many handmade images in the digital world"

- David Hockney

Measuring 34 x 42.9 inches and part of a limited edition of 35, this dynamic composition showcases Hockney's playful exploration of color and form, with a myriad of swirling shapes, lines, and patterns that create a sense of movement and energy. The print features a rich palette, ranging from vivid reds and blues to earthy browns and greens, each area densely packed with intricate details. Hockney’s use of ink and digital printing techniques results in a work that feels both spontaneous and meticulously composed, embodying the artist’s ability to blend traditional media with modern technology.