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      David Hockney, 1937 – 2026

      David Hockney's 100 Most Famous Paintings

      Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami (1971) is the painting David Hockney is best remembered for. Większy Spląt (1967) and Basin 2 figures 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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      Portret David Hockney
      David Hockney · 1937 – 2026
      Urodzony · zmarł
      1937 – 2026, Bradford
      Nurt
      Pop art
      Dzieła w naszym katalogu
      331
      Najsłynniejsze
      Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami (1971)
      Najwięcej dzieł w
      Metropolitan Museum of Art

      The ten best-loved paintings by David Hockney

      Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami (1971) autorstwa David Hockney
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      Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami

      1971 · Akryl na płótnie

      „David Hockney’s ‘Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)’ to nie tylko przedstawienie dwóch osób cieszących się letnim popołudniem; to głęboka medytacja nad światłem, przestrzenią i samą naturą obserwacji. To monumentalne dzieło typu akryl na płótnie, ukończone w 1972 roku i mierzące imponujące 7 stóp na 10 stóp, natychmiast ustanawia charakterystyczny styl Hockneya: mistrzowskie połączenie realizmu i żywych kolorów, które oddaje nie tylko to, co widzialne, ale przede wszystkim…

      Większy Spląt (1967) autorstwa David Hockney
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      Większy Spląt

      1967 · Obraz olejny na płótnie

      David Hockney’s “A Bigger Splash” (1967) to prawdziwy kamień milowy w historii sztuki, symbol dynamicznego i pełnego energii pop artu. To nie tylko obraz pływackiego basenu; to moment zatrzymany w czasie, gdzie spokojna przestrzeń modernistycznego domu zostaje nagle zakłócona przez gwałtowny poryw wody. Hockney zręcznie uchwycił ten kontrast – pozorną harmonię i nieoczekiwane napięcie – tworząc dzieło, które do dziś fascynuje i inspiruje. Obraz emanuje ciepłem słonecznego kalifornijskiego lata, a…

      Basin 2 figures autorstwa David Hockney
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      Basin 2 figures

      Obraz olejny na płótnie

      „Pool 2 Figures” to więcej niż tylko obraz – to zaproszenie do chwili głębokiego skupienia, do obserwacji ludzkiej natury w harmonii z naturą. Ten niezwykły portret, stworzony przez Davida Hockneya, uchwycił moment zawieszenia się w czasie, gdzie spokój i melancholia splatają się w barwnym dialogu kolorów i form. Obraz przedstawia kobietę w jaskrawym czerwonym płaszczu, stojącą na brzegu basenu, z wzrokiem skierowanym ku postaci pływającej twarzą do góry w wodzie.…

      Nichols canyon autorstwa David Hockney
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      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 autorstwa David Hockney
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      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 Większa Kanion Górny (1998) autorstwa David Hockney
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      A Większa Kanion Górny

      1998 · Akryl na płótnie · National Gallery of Australia, Canberra

      David Hockney, urodzony 9 lipca 1937 roku w przemysłowym sercu Yorkshire, Anglia, jest więcej niż tylko malarzem; jest wizualnym wielomnóstwem twórczością, której kariera rozciągnęła się przez malarstwo, rysunek, grafikę i projekt sceniczny oraz fotografię. Jego historia rozpoczyna się wśród gruzu i determinacji Bradfordu, krajobrazu, który zainspirował jego oko obserwacyjne, nawet gdy ojciec Kenneth Hockney sprzeciwiał się wojennemu obowiązkowi podczas II Wojny Światowej. Ten wczesny środowisko ukształtował młodego artystę, który konsekwentnie…

      The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate autorstwa David Hockney
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      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 autorstwa David Hockney
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      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 autorstwa David Hockney
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      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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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) autorstwa David Hockney
      #37

      The Master Printer of Los Angeles

      1973 · Muzeum de Young

      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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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) autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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) autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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) autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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) autorstwa David Hockney
      #72

      Jump

      1960 · Städel Museum
      Untitled (828) autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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) autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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 autorstwa 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

      4 muzeów, w których znajduje się najwięcej obrazów z tej strony.

      Muzeum Miasto Dzieła artysty David Hockney Obrazy z tej listy
      Metropolitan Museum of Art, Nowy JorkMetropolitan Museum of Art Nowy Jork 2 Mount Fuji and Flowers, Large Interior, Los Angeles
      National Gallery of Australia, CanberraNational Gallery of Australia Canberra 1 A Większa Kanion Górny
      Muzeum de Young, San FranciscoMuzeum de Young San Francisco 1 The Master Printer of Los Angeles
      Städel Museum, Frankfurt nad MenemStädel Museum Frankfurt nad Menem 1 Jump

      David Hockney's most famous canvas, decade after decade

      1. 1960s
        Większy Spląt (1967) autorstwa David Hockney
        2 of 100

        Większy Spląt

        Wiek 23 – 32

        David Hockney’s “A Bigger Splash” (1967) to prawdziwy kamień milowy w historii sztuki, symbol dynamicznego i pełnego energii pop artu. To nie tylko obraz pływackiego basenu; to moment…

      2. 1970s
        Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami (1971) autorstwa David Hockney
        Canvas 1 of 100

        Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami

        Wiek 33 – 42

        „David Hockney’s ‘Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)’ to nie tylko przedstawienie dwóch osób cieszących się letnim popołudniem; to głęboka medytacja nad światłem, przestrzenią i samą…

      3. 1980s
      4. 1990s
        A Większa Kanion Górny (1998) autorstwa David Hockney
        Ranked 6 of 100

        A Większa Kanion Górny

        Wiek 53 – 62 · National Gallery of Australia

        David Hockney, urodzony 9 lipca 1937 roku w przemysłowym sercu Yorkshire, Anglia, jest więcej niż tylko malarzem; jest wizualnym wielomnóstwem twórczością, której kariera rozciągnęła się przez malarstwo, rysunek,…

      5. 2010s

      David Hockney's canvases, question by question

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

      Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami (1971), followed by Większy Spląt (1967) and Basin 2 figures.

      Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami: how old was David Hockney when it was painted?Read the answer

      David Hockney, born in 1937, was 34 years old: Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami dates from 1971.

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

      Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami, Większy Spląt, Basin 2 figures, Nichols canyon, Garrowby hill, A Większa Kanion Górny, The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, East Yorkshire May 4, Clark percy i 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 (Nowy Jork), National Gallery of Australia (Canberra) i Muzeum de Young (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, Portret basenu artysty z dwiema postaciami 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 (15), Trees (9) i Swimming pool (5), 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, Nowy Jork holds 2 of the works on this page, among them Mount Fuji and Flowers i Large Interior, Los Angeles.

      Meet the painter: David Hockney

      Lata formacyjne i edukacja artystyczna

      Urodzony w Bradford w Wielkiej Brytanii, David Hockney dorastał w domu pełnym życia, będąc jednym z pięciorga dzieci. Jego ojciec, Kenneth Hockney, pracował jako urzędnik księgowy i byłosobą kierującą się własnym sumieniem, co objawiło się jego odmową służby wojskowej podczas II wojny światowej, podczas gdy jego matka, Laura, była metodyczką i rygorystyczną weganką. Jego wczesne lata upłynęły na tle industrialnego krajobrazu Yorkshire, charakteryzującego się ceglanymi fabrykami i tętniącymi życiem targowiskami.

      Jego formalne wykształcenie rozpoczęło się w Bradford School of Art w latach 1953–1957, gdzie koncentrował się na rysowaniu z natury oraz tworzeniu portretów. Później przeniósł się do Londynu, aby studiować w Royal College of Art, kończąc studia w 1962 roku ze złotym medalem. Podczas pobytu w Royal College of Art był związany z ruchem Pop Art.

      Przeprowadzka do Los Angeles i ewolucja mediów

      W 1964 roku Hockney przeprowadził się do Los Angeles, co stało się przełomem, który na zawsze odmienił jego sposób operowania kolorem i światłem. Stał się znany ze swoich obrazów przedstawiających baseny, często wykorzystując akryl, aby uchwycić wibrujące kolory oraz ruch wody. Jego prace z tego okresu zgłębiały geometrię życia na przedmieściach oraz sposób, w jaki światło osiada na powierzchniach.

      W ciągu całej swojej kariery Hockney eksperymentował z różnymi mediami, w tym:

      Jego podejście techniczne obejmowało stosowanie perspektywy odwróconej oraz camera lucida. W późniejszych latach artysta zaczął wykorzystywać narzędzia cyfrowe, takie jak iPady i różnego rodzaju oprogramowanie, aby na nowo interpretować krajobrazy i chwytać ulotne zmiany światła.

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