David Hockney (1937–2026) was a British artist and one of the most influential figures in post-war and contemporary art. He became renowned for his vivid depictions of modern life, including portraits, domestic interiors, landscapes, swimming pools, and scenes inspired by California and the English countryside.
Throughout his career, Hockney explored painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, and digital art, continually experimenting with new ways of representing space and perspective. His graphic works, particularly his etchings and lithographs, demonstrate his distinctive use of line, colour, and composition. His innovative approach and instantly recognisable visual language secured his lasting importance in twentieth- and twenty-first-century art.