30th January 2021, The First One

David Hockney (1937–2026) was one of Britain’s most influential contemporary artists, celebrated for his pioneering approach to painting, printmaking, photography and digital media. Across a career spanning more than six decades, he continually redefined the possibilities of image-making, becoming renowned for his vibrant use of colour, innovative perspective and distinctive depictions of landscapes, portraits and everyday life. His enduring influence on contemporary art, together with the continued strength of his market, has secured his place as one of the defining artists of the 20th and 21st centuries.