Publisher/東京都現代美術館

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This exhibition catalog, "David Hockney: The Art of David Hockney" (Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, 2023), features British painter David Hockney (1937-), who has garnered attention since the 1960s as a pioneer of pop art. With vibrant colors and flat, architectural compositions, Hockney has expanded his practice to encompass a wide range of mediums, from portraits and landscapes to photo collages and digital works. This exhibition marks the artist's first major retrospective in Japan in 27 years, showcasing approximately 120 works, ranging from his signature swimming pool paintings to a series of iPad paintings depicting the four seasons of Yorkshire, England, as well as recent large-scale works. The catalog faithfully reflects the content of the exhibition, providing a richly illustrated trajectory of Hockney's creative career and a multifaceted look at the evolution of his style over the years. His works, particularly those incorporating digital technology, demonstrate a fusion of traditional painting with modern tools, conveying his vigorous experimental spirit and youthful creativity. Like the exhibition itself, the catalog offers a comprehensive overview of Hockney's multifaceted appeal.