• Untitled 224 (Striped Mug), 2010

    iPad drawing printed on wove paper
    81.5cm x 61cm

    Edition of 25

    Untitled 224 (Striped Mug), 2010

    Untitled 224, 2010, also known as Striped Mug, is a 25-edition print release. Part of Hockney's experimental era of developing his iPad works, this piece demonstrates the continuing oeuvre of Hockney's digital catalogue.
     
    These iPad and iPhone creations explore a variety of subjects, including a modern take on traditional still life, portraiture, and domestic scenes. Hockney’s embrace of digital media showcases his adaptability and enthusiasm for experimenting with contemporary tools, merging classic artistic methods with modern technology to create visually captivating images.
  • "It takes a long time to make it simple"

     

    - David Hockney

    The vibrant green leaves of the plant shown in this piece are carefully detailed and contrast with the bold magenta background that bringing an intensity to the composition. The striped mug in the foreground adds a touch of everyday familiarity, yet it's stylised depiction provides a surreal element that captivates the viewer. This juxtaposition showcases Hockney's mastery in using color and form to create visually engaging and thought-provoking work. The overall composition, with its dynamic colours and layered textures, reflects the simplicity of domestic objects while highlighting the unique possibilities that digital art brings to reinterpret classic themes.
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