30th January 2021, The First One
30th January 2021, The First One
Signed Print
David Hockney
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Medium: Digital Print
Edition size: 50
Year: 2021
Size: H 89cm x W 64cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Meaning & Analysis
30th January 2021, The First One by David Hockney is an iPad painting printed on paper, created in 2021. This artwork depicts a white vase containing white and red flowers on a checkered tablecloth, rendered using Hockney's digital techniques. It is part of a series of still lifes Hockney created using his iPad during the global pandemic.
The composition is set against a rich, dark background, which contrasts with the bright greens and reds of the foliage and flowers. The checkered tablecloth adds texture and depth, with the shaodow cast by the tall vase extending to the right of the composition and cut by the border of the print. Hockney's skilled manipulation of the software's brush settings and colour palette is evident in the varied strokes and tonal gradations throughout the image. The artwork's title, referencing its creation date, announces this as the first in Hockney's practice of daily observation and creation during his stay in Normandy over the course of the COVID-19 lockdown.
British-born artist David Hockney is a kaleidoscopic force in the art world. Born in 1937, Hockney's vibrant palette and innovative techniques have left an indelible mark on contemporary art. A pioneer of the British Pop Art movement in the 1960s, he seamlessly transitioned through various styles, from photo collages to vivid landscapes. Renowned for his exploration of light and space, Hockney's versatility extends to painting, printmaking, photography, and stage design. A captivating storyteller, his works often capture the essence of modern life with a playful yet profound touch. With a career spanning decades, Hockney remains an enduring visionary in the ever-evolving art world.
