David Hockney: A Drawing Retrospective Book, 1st. Edition, Out of Print

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David Hockney: A Drawing Retrospective, edited by Ulrich Luckhardt, is a comprehensive book showcasing David Hockney's extensive drawing career, from … Read more David Hockney: A Drawing Retrospective, edited by Ulrich Luckhardt, is a comprehensive book showcasing David Hockney's extensive drawing career, from early works to recent digital creations, exploring his unique style, use of various media (pencil, ink, watercolor, iPad), and his fascination with perspective and the human form, often accompanied by essays and reproductions from major exhibitions. It serves as a definitive survey of his graphic art, highlighting his innovative approach to drawing as a fundamental part of his artistic practice.

Covers Hockney's entire drawing history, emphasizing its importance alongside his famous paintings.
Features a wide range of media, including traditional graphite, ink, watercolor, and his pioneering work with digital drawing on the iPad.
Explores recurring subjects like portraits, landscapes (especially Yorkshire and California), still lifes, and his investigations into optical devices and perspective.
Including essays by art historians and curators, providing context and analysis of his drawing techniques and evolution.
A key publication for understanding Hockney's artistic process, demonstrating how drawing is central to his creative vision.

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