Friday Art: landscapes by David Hockney







Just came back from visiting one of my best girlfriends and art-buddies, and a great exhibition in Cologne -  " A bigger picture" by british artist David Hockney -  Landscapes in bold colors and textures he has painted mostly within the last 10 years. I have always been a big fan of his work and found it amazing, how young and energetic he still is with 74, embracing new ideas and media to work with. 

Quite a number of artwork were created by him on his i-pad and then printed on big paper sheets and put together - like the first image i posted here.  This technique allows him to work very fast and spontaneous, and he uses it with masterly skill. I would never have thought that digital prints could have almost the same impact as oil-paintings - but they did in this case. And i really want to try this myself - ha, i need an i-pad!

I also visited the current exibition with paintings by my friend, Sabina. These i'll show you another time. Meanwhile, all this was really a feast for the eyes and i will digest it over the weekend, reveling in bright greens, pinks, oranges, blues and purples. Hope you're having a fabulous time lovelies - am sending you COLORS and LOVE!

15 comments:

  1. Aldy January 25, 2013 at 5:53 PM

    My Sweet Martina, It seems that you had a wonderful time there :) Lovely artwork and introduction!And I absolutely love that first image you posted...Ooo that pink-purple!!!! Wish you a nice and relaxing weekend!

    Big Hugs <3

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  2. This MomentJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:23 PM

    Beautiful pieces you shared. I've been seeing more artists create things on their i-pads--so amazing! I still don't have an i-pad myself, but when I ever get one, I'd love to do some digital creating!

    Jill

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  3. Draffin BearsJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:47 PM

    Hi Martina,

    Looks like a wonderful Exhibition and how neat that some of the paintings were done on his ipad. I love all the gorgeous colours.

    Happy weekend
    hugs
    Carolyn

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  4. Castles Crowns and CottagesJanuary 26, 2013 at 4:29 AM

    YOU ARE GREAT. You and Irina both show me the possibilities of COLOR, something as you know, has never been one of my strengths! TO SEE HOW THIS MAN CREATED HIS WORK is mind-boggling my dear, but the mind has so much capacity, it is up to us to use it to the best of our willingness and ability while we can!!! THANK YOU for this marvelous way to start my Saturday! Anita

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  5. OlaJanuary 26, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    I have so many warm feelings looking at these paintings!
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  6. It's meJanuary 26, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    Wowwwww !!...beautiful.....enjoy a happy weekend darling...love Ria...xxx...

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  7. It's meJanuary 26, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    Wowwwww !!...beautiful.....enjoy a happy weekend darling...love Ria...xxx...

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  8. Castles Crowns and CottagesJanuary 26, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    Indeed my dear, this is truly an inspiration here; at 74 he is still courageous to explore....that is a huge lesson for me today.

    THANK YOU FOR COMING BY AGAIN! I am working on my next post with new cards for my Etsy shop...not a lot, but the three new cards I have it takes days to draw, format and then drive to the printers, take the photos and load up in the computer! I all is time consuming.

    You are welcomed to come and browse later if you wish! Enjoy your evening, Anita

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  9. ♥ Mary Janes TEAROOMJanuary 27, 2013 at 2:56 AM

    Hi Martina...I love David Hockney too!...In fact, I was watching a programme about him just a few nights ago and he was out and about working on his i-pad...I love the fact that he is still so creative and exploring new ways of working!
    Happy Sunday,
    Susan x

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  10. The Dainty Dolls HouseJanuary 27, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    Those are wonderful...so happy and cheerful. I love that he keeps going as well, age shouldn't stop one from doing what they love to do!! So splendid. I hope you are having a wonderful Sunday doll xo

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  11. ArtiJanuary 27, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    Those are wonderful pieces of art! Such bright and vibrant colors and so simple but yet elegant. Wish you a happy day Martina :)

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  12. Castles Crowns and CottagesJanuary 27, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    Martina my dear! I TOO am sitting here with COCONUT/CHOCOLATE tea and surfing the blogs and enjoying seeing that YOU came by! YES...COLOR and LOVE is in the air, always! Oh it is so cold, but our temps are warming up just a little bit.

    Today is the perfect day to do some laundry, clean up and get ready for the rest of the week while it is actually now FREEZING RAIN outside!

    Be well! Anita

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  13. Kate LewisJanuary 27, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Hockney is one of my greatest inspirations. I love how he has embraced modern technology with his iPad drawings. Thanks for sharing!

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  14. MonikaJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:29 AM

    Thank you for this post Martina, very inspiring! I love the idea of enlarging and printing images to display art! Did you try the Bamboo Create Pen Tablet? My son uses it for drawing and painting and he likes it a lot! Hope you have a wonderful week, xo....

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  15. koraleeJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:22 AM

    These are lovely...what talent he has and what a unique idea! You do need an i-pad!
    Happy Monday to you my friend. xoxox

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