David Hockney (b. 1937, Bradford, England) is a pioneering British artist celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, stage design, and digital art. A central figure in the Pop Art movement of the 1960s, Hockney’s vibrant explorations of color, light, and perspective have profoundly influenced contemporary art. Known for iconic works like A Bigger Splash (1967) and Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures) (1972), his striking depictions of California swimming pools and domestic scenes capture both personal and cultural narratives. Hockney's practice spans a diverse range of media, including cutting-edge digital creations on iPads and iPhones, reflecting his lifelong commitment to innovation. Throughout his career, Hockney has embraced themes of autobiography, portraiture, and landscape—drawing from his experiences living between Yorkshire, London, Los Angeles, and more recently, Normandy, France. His works are recognized for their clarity, exuberant color, and distinct sense of place. Hockney’s global prominence is affirmed by major retrospectives at institutions such as Tate Britain, the Centre Pompidou, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as record-breaking auction results for his paintings. He remains one of the most influential and widely exhibited artists of the 20th and 21st centuries, continuing to expand the boundaries of visual art.