True to Life

Discover the vibrant world of acclaimed artist David Hockney in "True to Life" by Lawrence Weschler. This engaging book, published by the University of California Press in 2009, spans 272 pages and delivers an in-depth look into Hockney's multifaceted creative journey. Weschler chronicles Hockney's diverse artistic endeavors, from his innovative scenic designs for opera to his unique homemade xerographic prints. Delve into Hockney's fascinating explorations of physics in relation to Chinese landscape painting and his curious investigations into optical devices. This captivating narrative also captures Hockney's shift to watercolor and his eventual return to oil painting around 2005. "True to Life" is an essential read for art enthusiasts eager to understand the complexities and evolution of one of the most influential artists of our time.