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      David Hockney, 1937 – 2026

      David Hockney's 100 Most Famous Paintings

      Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla (1971) is the painting David Hockney is best remembered for. Suuri heitto (1967) and Uimalavat: Kaksi hahmoa complete the trio of best-loved canvases. Our catalogue counts 331 works by David Hockney. Here are the 100 most famous, with the year, the museum and the story of each canvas.

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      David Hockney muotokuva
      David Hockney · 1937 – 2026
      Syntynyt · kuollut
      1937 – 2026, Bradford
      Taidesuuntaus
      Pop art
      Teokset valikoimassamme
      331
      Tunnetuimmat
      Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla (1971)
      Eniten teoksia kohteessa
      Metropolitan Museum of Art

      The ten best-loved paintings by David Hockney

      Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla (1971) tekijä David Hockney
      1

      Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla

      1971 · Akryyli kankaalle

      David Hockney’s ‘Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla’ ei ole pelkkä kuvaus kahdesta ihmisestä nauttimassa kesäpäivän iltapäivää; se on syvällinen pohdiskelu valosta, tilasta ja havainnoinnin olemuksesta. Vuonna 1972 valmistunut tämä monumentaalinen akryyli kankaalle -teos – jonka koko on huomattavat 7 jalkaa ja 10 jalkaa – luo välittömästi Hockneyn ominaisen tyylin: mestarillisen sekoituksen realismia ja eloisia värejä, joka vangitsee paitsi sen, mitä nähdään, myös sen, miltä asioista *tuntuu*. Kohtaus avautuu lähes elokuvamaisella…

      Suuri heitto (1967) tekijä David Hockney
      2

      Suuri heitto

      1967 · Öljyväri kankaalle

      David Hockney’s "A Bigger Splash" (1967) isn't merely a painting; it’s an encapsulated moment of sun-drenched California glamour, a vibrant snapshot of leisure and luxury that continues to resonate with collectors and art enthusiasts alike. This iconic Pop Art masterpiece, measuring almost two-and-a-half meters in width, immediately draws the eye with its bold colors and seemingly effortless composition – a deceptive simplicity hiding layers of artistic intention and historical context.…

      Uimalavat: Kaksi hahmoa tekijä David Hockney
      3

      Uimalavat: Kaksi hahmoa

      Öljyväri kankaalle

      David Hockney on yksi modernin taiteen tunnetuimmista nimistä, ja hänen teoksensa ovat usein kuin ikkuna toiseen maailmaan. "Pool 2 Figures" (tai tarkemmin ”Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)”) on mestarillinen esimerkki tästä – seikkailun, pohdinnan ja hieman melankolian yhdistelmä, joka vangitsee Kalifornian auringonpaisteen ja ihmisen sisäisen maailman. Tämä teos ei ole vain kaunis maisema; se on tunteiden ja ajatusten matka, jonka jokainen katsoja voi tehdä omalla tavallaan.

      Nichols canyon tekijä David Hockney
      4

      Nichols canyon

      Acrylic

      In the heart of the vibrant California landscape, David Hockney’s “Nichols Canyon” emerges not merely as a depiction of a hillside, but as an audacious assertion of color and form. Created around 1968, this masterpiece serves as a brilliant testament to the influence of Fauvist painting on American landscape art. The scene captures the serpentine path of the canyon, where winding roads meander through lush greenery and nestled architecture. Hockney…

      Garrowby hill tekijä David Hockney
      5

      Garrowby hill

      Oil On Canvas

      David Hockney’s Garrowby Hill isn’t merely a depiction of a Yorkshire landscape; it’s an immersion into a carefully constructed mood, a testament to the artist’s ability to distill the essence of place and infuse it with a profound sense of serenity. Painted in his signature style – vibrant, bold, and deeply rooted in Pop Art sensibilities – this work invites the viewer onto a winding road, promising a journey not…

      A Bigger Grand Canyon (1998) tekijä David Hockney
      6

      A Bigger Grand Canyon

      1998 · Akryyli kankaalle · National Gallery of Australia, Canberra

      David Hockneyn Valtava Grand Canyon on vuosina 1998 valmistunut monumentaalinen maalainen, joka tuo esiin taiteilijan ainutlaatuisen näkökulman tilaan ja aikaan. Tämä suurikokoinen työ koostuu 60 suuresta kangasta, jotka ovat järjestetty 12x5 ruudukkoon tuottaakseen yhden hengästyttävän kuvan, jonka mitat ovat 7,4 metriä leveässä. Maalainen on vaikuttava todiste siitä, kuinka taiteilija voi vangita Grand Canyonin kauneuden ja syvyyden sekä luoda kokemuksen, joka ylittää yksittäisen henkilön näkökulman.

      The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate tekijä David Hockney
      7

      The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate

      Digital

      The scene depicts a wooded area within the Yorkshire landscape during a period of seasonal change. A dirt path occupies the lower portion of the composition, leading the eye through a collection of trees and ground cover. In the foreground and middle ground, various species of trees appear with emerging foliage. The ground is covered in grass and scattered flowers that introduce specific points of color to the forest floor.…

      Clark percy tekijä David Hockney
      9

      Clark percy

      Acrylic

      David Hockney's “Clark Percy,” completed in 1970, stands as a quintessential example of Pop Art’s fascination with everyday life and its ability to elevate the mundane into art. More than just a portrait, it’s a carefully constructed tableau that captures a fleeting moment of connection between two figures—Clark Percy, Hockney's husband at the time—within the confines of their home.

      The Road to York through Sledmere tekijä David Hockney
      10

      The Road to York through Sledmere

      Acrylic On Canvas

      David Hockney’s “The Road to York through Sledmere” isn't merely a depiction of a rural English scene; it’s a vibrant distillation of light, color, and the rhythms of everyday life. Painted with Hockney’s signature boldness, this artwork captures a fleeting moment in time – a small town bathed in the golden hues of a late afternoon, brimming with activity and an undeniable sense of warmth. The painting immediately draws the…

      David Hockney: canvases 11 to 100 of the ranking

      My parents tekijä David Hockney
      #11

      My parents

      David Hockney's “My Parents,” painted in 1977, isn’t merely a portrait; it’s an exquisitely rendered distillation of memory and place—a cornerstone of Hockney’s oeuvre and a testament to…

      A lawn being sprinkled tekijä David Hockney
      #13

      A lawn being sprinkled

      A Lawn Sprinkled: Exploring Hockney’s Vibrant Synthesis David Hockney's “A Lawn Sprinkled,” painted in 1967, isn’t merely a depiction of suburban tranquility; it’s a masterful distillation of Pop…

      Woldgate Woods III tekijä David Hockney
      #14

      Woldgate Woods III

      A Forest in Layers The woods unfold in planes of color. Trees rise in the foreground and recede into a deep, layered background, creating a landscape of varied…

      Three Trees near Thixendale tekijä David Hockney
      #15

      Three Trees near Thixendale

      The composition is anchored by three large trees in the foreground, creating a rhythmic structure across the landscape. Using broad, gestural strokes and a vibrant palette of yellows…

      Late spring tunnel tekijä David Hockney
      #17

      Late spring tunnel

      This captivating depiction of a forest path, rendered with David Hockney’s signature vibrant palette and loose brushwork, invites the viewer into a moment of serene contemplation. The painting…

      Man Taking Shower in Beverly Hills tekijä David Hockney
      #18

      Man Taking Shower in Beverly Hills

      In the quiet, sun-drenched corners of 1964 Beverly Hills, David Hockney captured more than just a mundane morning routine; he distilled an entire atmosphere of mid-century serenity. Man…

      Peter Getting out of Nick's Pool tekijä David Hockney
      #19

      Peter Getting out of Nick's Pool

      David Hockney’s *Peter Getting out of Nick’s Pool* isn’t merely a depiction of a summer afternoon; it’s an invitation. An invitation to pause, to observe, and perhaps even…

      Bolton junction, eccleshill tekijä David Hockney
      #20

      Bolton junction, eccleshill

      David Hockney's 'Bolton Junction, Eccleshill' isn’t merely a painting; it’s a carefully constructed distillation of a specific moment in time. Completed in 2008, this deceptively simple scene –…

      We two boys together clinging tekijä David Hockney
      #21

      We two boys together clinging

      In the vast landscape of twentieth-century art, few images possess the immediate, heart-tugging intimacy found in David Hockney’s 1961 masterpiece, We Two Boys Together Clinging. This evocative oil…

      Red pots in the garden tekijä David Hockney
      #22

      Red pots in the garden

      David Hockney's "Red Pots in the Garden" is more than just a depiction of a pleasant outdoor scene; it’s an exuberant celebration of color, light, and the inherent…

      Portrait of Nick Wilder tekijä David Hockney
      #23

      Portrait of Nick Wilder

      The painting Portrait of Nick Wilder features a man swimming in a pool with his back turned to the viewer. He appears to be enjoying his time in…

      The gate tekijä David Hockney
      #24

      The gate

      A modest house rests within a thicket of leaves. A pink roof sits atop the dwelling, caught in the light. Before this home, a single tree rises, its…

      Shower beverly hills tekijä David Hockney
      #25

      Shower beverly hills

      A single figure stands with his back to the viewer, caught beneath a falling stream of water. The bathroom in Beverly Hills holds a quiet stillness. Light enters…

      Hawthorne blossom near rudston tekijä David Hockney
      #26

      Hawthorne blossom near rudston

      In the evocative masterpiece Hawthorne blossom near rudston, the viewer is invited to step into a world where the boundaries between reality and an impressionistic dreamscape dissolve. This…

      Woods and november tekijä David Hockney
      #27

      Woods and november

      In the evocative masterpiece "Woods and November," David Hockney invites us into a sensory immersion where the boundaries between nature and perception begin to blur. This work serves…

      Place furstenberg, paris tekijä David Hockney
      #28

      Place furstenberg, paris

      David Hockney is a renowned English artist known for his contributions to the Pop Art movement. His work, Place Furstenberg, Paris, is a captivating example of his unique…

      The third love painting tekijä David Hockney
      #29

      The third love painting

      In the quietude of David Hockney’s “The Third Love,” we find ourselves standing before a composition that is as much a psychological landscape as it is a visual…

      Dog days tekijä David Hockney
      #30

      Dog days

      A dog rests upon a blue blanket, its head heavy with sleep. The scene captures a quiet afternoon in 1967, where the warmth of the summer solstice settles…

      A bigger tekijä David Hockney
      #31

      A bigger

      David Hockney's “A Bigger,” a vibrant exploration of trees rendered in an explosion of color, exemplifies the artist’s pivotal role in shaping 20th-century British art and his groundbreaking…

      For the Dear Love of Comrades tekijä David Hockney
      #32

      For the Dear Love of Comrades

      Two faces emerge from a deep, saturated red background, pulling the eye into an immediate confrontation with color. One face glows with a cool, blue hue, while its…

      Double Study for A Closer Grand Canyon tekijä David Hockney
      #34

      Double Study for A Closer Grand Canyon

      The painting Double Study for A Closer Grand Canyon presents a vibrant landscape featuring a red mountain with a large cliff positioned in the foreground. The composition extends…

      Path through wheat field tekijä David Hockney
      #35

      Path through wheat field

      The painting Path through wheat field, July 2005 presents a vibrant landscape centered on a pathway that leads through a vast wheat field. This field is characterized by…

      The twenty fourth tekijä David Hockney
      #36

      The twenty fourth

      David Hockney’s “The Twenty Fourth” is not merely a depiction of a vibrant scene; it's an immersive experience, a carefully constructed tableau brimming with light, color, and a…

      The Master Printer of Los Angeles (1973) tekijä David Hockney
      #37

      The Master Printer of Los Angeles

      1973 · De Youngin museo

      David Hockney’s “The Master Printer of Los Angeles,” created in 1973, isn't merely a depiction of a man seated in contemplation; it’s a carefully constructed tableau brimming with…

      Salts mill, saltaire, yorks tekijä David Hockney
      #38

      Salts mill, saltaire, yorks

      David Hockney's "Salts Mill, Saltaire, Yorks" isn’t merely a depiction of a building; it’s a vibrant distillation of memory, place, and the enduring spirit of industrial heritage. Born…

      Royal Academy of Arts tekijä David Hockney
      #39

      Royal Academy of Arts

      In the vast, vibrant expanse of David Hockney’s “Royal Academy of Arts,” the viewer is invited into a world where the boundaries between photography and painting dissolve into…

      Untitled (909) tekijä David Hockney
      #40

      Untitled (909)

      In the quiet corners of everyday existence, there exists a profound beauty often overlooked by the rushing world. David Hockney’s "Untitled (909)", painted in 1968, serves as an…

      The twelfth tekijä David Hockney
      #41

      The twelfth

      In the vibrant tapestry of twentieth-century art, few works capture the sheer joy of visual discovery quite like David Hockney’s “The Twelfth.” Painted in 1973, this masterpiece serves…

      Yosemite i (2) tekijä David Hockney
      #44

      Yosemite i (2)

      In the vast landscape of twentieth-century British art, few works capture the essence of sensory perception as vibrantly as David Hockney’s "Yosemite i (2)." Often associated with his…

      Unfinished self tekijä David Hockney
      #45

      Unfinished self

      David Hockney's "Unfinished Self," painted in 1978, isn’t merely a depiction of a man asleep on his bed; it’s an exquisitely crafted meditation on perception itself. Created during…

      The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate (2) tekijä David Hockney
      #46

      The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate (2)

      In the quiet, verdant corridors of the Yorkshire landscape, there exists a moment of profound transformation where the slumber of winter yields to the vibrant pulse of life.…

      B1119d469eec73ca06a2d9f9e9f65708 tekijä David Hockney
      #47

      B1119d469eec73ca06a2d9f9e9f65708

      In the vast landscape of contemporary art, few names resonate with as much vibrancy and visual joy as David Hockney. His work, particularly in pieces like this breathtaking…

      Peter Getting Out of Nick's Pool tekijä David Hockney
      #48

      Peter Getting Out of Nick's Pool

      This captivating artwork presents a poignant scene of a solitary figure contemplating a still pool beneath an overcast sky. Rendered with meticulous detail, the piece evokes a profound…

      Roads and Cornfields, East Yorkshire tekijä David Hockney
      #49

      Roads and Cornfields, East Yorkshire

      David Hockney’s “Roads and Cornfields,” painted in East Yorkshire during his prolific summer visits to the region, stands as a testament to both artistic innovation and a profound…

      Pearblossom highway tekijä David Hockney
      #51

      Pearblossom highway

      David Hockney's "Pearblossom Highway" isn’t merely a depiction of a desolate California road; it’s a profound meditation on space, time, and the human experience within an expansive, almost…

      The valrave tekijä David Hockney
      #52

      The valrave

      David Hockney's "Nick Wilder," painted in 1976, stands as a testament to his unwavering fascination with capturing the essence of place and time. More than just a depiction…

      Untitled tekijä David Hockney
      #53

      Untitled

      This captivating collage, assembled from photographs by David Hockney, isn't merely a collection of images; it’s an immersive experience of the sea and the profound joy derived from…

      Man in Shower in Beverly Hills tekijä David Hockney
      #54

      Man in Shower in Beverly Hills

      David Hockney's 1964 painting, 'Man in Shower in Beverly Hills,' isn’t merely a depiction of a domestic scene; it’s a vibrant, almost hallucinatory capture of the burgeoning glamour…

      Rainy night on bridlingtom promenade tekijä David Hockney
      #58

      Rainy night on bridlingtom promenade

      David Hockney: Bridlingtom Promenade Revisited David Hockney’s “Rainy Night on Bridlingtom Promenade” isn't merely a depiction of London; it’s an embodiment of memory, perception, and the artist’s relentless…

      Three Chairs with a Section of a Picasso Mural tekijä David Hockney
      #61

      Three Chairs with a Section of a Picasso Mural

      This arresting composition immediately draws the eye with its bold juxtaposition of form and fractured beauty. At its heart lie three meticulously crafted chairs, rendered with a striking…

      North yorkshire tekijä David Hockney
      #62

      North yorkshire

      David Hockney’s “North Yorkshire” isn't merely a landscape painting; it’s an immersive experience rendered in vibrant color and bold, simplified forms. This iconic piece captures the essence of…

      Going to be a Queen for Tonight tekijä David Hockney
      #64

      Going to be a Queen for Tonight

      David Hockney's “Queen,” painted in 1961, is more than just a portrait; it’s a carefully constructed meditation on identity, authority, and the very nature of representation. Executed in…

      My Brother is only Seventeen tekijä David Hockney
      #69

      My Brother is only Seventeen

      David Hockney's "My Brother is Only Seventeen," painted in 1970, isn’t merely a depiction of a man on a ladder; it’s a carefully constructed meditation on time, memory,…

      Lawn sprinkled tekijä David Hockney
      #70

      Lawn sprinkled

      David Hockney's "Lawn Sprinkled," painted in 1967, is more than just a depiction of a suburban lawn; it’s a carefully constructed meditation on perception, artificiality, and the burgeoning…

      Model with Unfinished Self-Portrait tekijä David Hockney
      #71

      Model with Unfinished Self-Portrait

      A Dreamlike Interior: Exploring Hockney's "Model with Unfinished Self-Portrait" This intriguing artwork by David Hockney presents a captivating scene of domestic surrealism. It depicts a woman in repose,…

      Jump (1960) tekijä David Hockney
      #72

      Jump

      1960 · Städel Museum
      Untitled (828) tekijä David Hockney
      #77

      Untitled (828)

      David Hockney’s “Untitled (828)” isn't merely a depiction of a domestic scene; it’s an invitation into a carefully constructed dreamscape. The painting immediately arrests the viewer with its…

      B6a7a35840308e6a00bec8058e9a9ad tekijä David Hockney
      #78

      B6a7a35840308e6a00bec8058e9a9ad

      This captivating artwork presents a meticulously arranged collection of tulips within a classic glass vase – a timeless subject explored by artists for centuries. The piece immediately draws…

      3 chairs picasso tekijä David Hockney
      #79

      3 chairs picasso

      David Hockney's “3 Chairs Picasso” isn’t merely a photograph; it’s a carefully constructed meditation on art, design, and the very nature of representation. This seemingly simple image –…

      Furstenberg paris tekijä David Hockney
      #80

      Furstenberg paris

      David Hockney's "Furstenberg Paris," painted in 1968, isn’t merely a depiction of a Parisian street; it’s an embodiment of Hockney’s signature style—a luminous exploration of observation and simplification.…

      Man in a Museum (or You're in the Wrong Movie) tekijä David Hockney
      #81

      Man in a Museum (or You're in the Wrong Movie)

      This captivating artwork immediately draws the eye with its striking juxtaposition of figures within a seemingly timeless setting. A lone man, rendered with meticulous detail and imbued with…

      Brushes tekijä David Hockney
      #82

      Brushes

      This captivating artwork presents a serene still life, dominated by a vase overflowing with fragrant lavender blossoms against a backdrop of muted blues and greens. Executed with a…

      Augustus and Perry Barringer tekijä David Hockney
      #83

      Augustus and Perry Barringer

      A Portrait of Quiet Contemplation: David Hockney’s Augustus and Perry Barringer The artwork “Augustus and Perry Barringer,” executed by David Hockney, presents a deceptively simple yet profoundly resonant…

      Yosemite i tekijä David Hockney
      #84

      Yosemite i

      David Hockney’s “Yosemite I,” created in 2011, isn't merely a depiction of a Californian landscape; it’s an intensely personal and remarkably vibrant interpretation of one of America’s most…

      David Hockney's canvases, period by period

      What David Hockney painted most

      The four subjects that return most often on these canvases, each with its best-loved example.

      Where David Hockney's canvases hang

      Tämän sivun teoksista eniten sisältävät 4 museota.

      Museo Kaupunki David Hockney teokset Tämän listan maalaukset
      Metropolitan Museum of Art, New YorkMetropolitan Museum of Art New York 2 Mount Fuji and Flowers, Large Interior, Los Angeles
      National Gallery of Australia, CanberraNational Gallery of Australia Canberra 1 A Bigger Grand Canyon
      De Youngin museo, San FranciscoDe Youngin museo San Francisco 1 The Master Printer of Los Angeles
      Städel Museum, FrankfurtStädel Museum Frankfurt 1 Jump

      David Hockney's most famous canvas, decade after decade

      1. 1960s
        Suuri heitto (1967) tekijä David Hockney
        2 of 100

        Suuri heitto

        Ikä 23–32

        David Hockney’s "A Bigger Splash" (1967) isn't merely a painting; it’s an encapsulated moment of sun-drenched California glamour, a vibrant snapshot of leisure and luxury that continues to…

      2. 1970s
        Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla (1971) tekijä David Hockney
        Canvas 1 of 100

        Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla

        Ikä 33–42

        David Hockney’s ‘Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla’ ei ole pelkkä kuvaus kahdesta ihmisestä nauttimassa kesäpäivän iltapäivää; se on syvällinen pohdiskelu valosta, tilasta ja havainnoinnin olemuksesta. Vuonna 1972 valmistunut…

      3. 1980s
      4. 1990s
        A Bigger Grand Canyon (1998) tekijä David Hockney
        Ranked 6 of 100

        A Bigger Grand Canyon

        Ikä 53–62 · National Gallery of Australia

        David Hockneyn Valtava Grand Canyon on vuosina 1998 valmistunut monumentaalinen maalainen, joka tuo esiin taiteilijan ainutlaatuisen näkökulman tilaan ja aikaan. Tämä suurikokoinen työ koostuu 60 suuresta kangasta, jotka…

      5. 2010s

      David Hockney's canvases, question by question

      Which canvas is David Hockney most remembered for?Read the answer

      Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla (1971), followed by Suuri heitto (1967) and Uimalavat: Kaksi hahmoa.

      Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla: how old was David Hockney when it was painted?Read the answer

      David Hockney, born in 1937, was 34 years old: Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla dates from 1971.

      What are David Hockney's ten most famous canvases?Read the answer

      Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla, Suuri heitto, Uimalavat: Kaksi hahmoa, Nichols canyon, Garrowby hill, A Bigger Grand Canyon, The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire May 4, Clark percy ja The Road to York through Sledmere. Each canvas in the ranking above comes with its year and its museum.

      How many paintings did David Hockney create?Read the answer

      331 works by David Hockney are in our catalogue, dated 1960 to 2014.

      Where do David Hockney's most famous canvases hang today?Read the answer

      Mostly in Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York), National Gallery of Australia (Canberra) ja De Youngin museo (San Francisco); the list above names each museum and its canvases.

      When did David Hockney paint the most famous canvases?Read the answer

      In 1970s, which gave 4 of the 100 works on this page, Taiteilijan muotokuva: uima-allas kahdella hahmolla among them.

      Which famous David Hockney canvas came first, and which came last?Read the answer

      The earliest canvas here is Jump (1960); the latest is The Dancers V (2014).

      Which subjects did David Hockney paint most?Read the answer

      Landscape (14), Trees (9) ja Swimming pool (6), across the 100 works on this page.

      Which medium appears most in David Hockney's paintings?Read the answer

      Acrylic On Canvas, used in 22 of the 100 works on this page.

      Which movement is David Hockney associated with?Read the answer

      Pop art, as the canvases on this page show.

      Which paintings by David Hockney are held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art?Read the answer

      The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York holds 2 of the works on this page, among them Mount Fuji and Flowers ja Large Interior, Los Angeles.

      Meet the painter: David Hockney

      Muotoutuvat vuodet ja taiteellinen koulutus

      David Hockney syntyi Yhdistyneessä kuningaskunnassa Bradfordissa, ja hän kasvoi viiden lapsen perheessä. Hänen isänsä, Kenneth Hockney, työskenteli kirjanpitäjän apulaisena ja oli ollut sotatoimista kieltäytynyt rauhanomainen vastustaja toisen maailmansodan aikana, kun taas äiti Laura oli metodisti ja tiukka kasvissyöjä. Hänen varhaiset vuotensa kuluivat Yorkshiiren teollisessa maisemassa, jota leimasivat tiilitehtaat ja vilkkaat torit.

      Hänen virallinen koulutuksensa alkoi Bradford School of Artissa vuosina 1953–1957, jossa hän keskittyi elävästä mallista piirtämiseen ja muotokuvataiteeseen. Myöhemmin hän muutti Lontooseen opiskelemaan Royal College of Artiin, josta hän valmistui vuonna 1962 kultaisen mitalin kunniapalkinnolla. Royal College of Artin opintojen aikana hän kytkeytyi Pop Art -liikkeeseen.

      Muutto Los Angelesiin ja kehittyvät mediat

      Vuonna 1964 Hockney muutti Los Angelesiin, siirtymä, joka muutti pysyvästi hänen tapaansa käyttää väriä ja valoa. Hänestä tuli tunnettu uima-allasmaalauksistaan, joissa hän käytti usein akryyli-väriä vangitakseen eloisia värejä ja veden liikkeen. Tämän aikakauden teokset tutkivat esikaupunkielämän geometriaa ja sitä, miten valo lankeaa pinnoille.

      Uransa aikana Hockney on työskennellyt monipuolisesti eri mediumeilla, mukaan lukien:

      Hänen tekninen lähestymistapansa on sisältänyt käänteisen perspektiivin ja camera lucidan käyttöä. Myöhemmällä iällä hän on hyödyntänyt digitaalisia työkaluja, kuten iPadeja ja erilaisia ohjelmistoja, uudelleentulkatakseen maisemia ja vangitakseen muuttuvan valon leikin.

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