David Hockney's 89th birthday celebrated with London screening and blockbuster exhibition
On 9 July, David Hockney celebrated his 89th birthday with a unique screening of 'Bigger & Closer, not smaller & further away' at Lightroom in London. This immersive presentation, consisting of six chapters, highlights 60 years of Hockney's artistic journey, showcasing polaroid collages and recent iPad creations. The event's proceeds support the Royal Drawing School, a charity established by King Charles III, which Hockney endorses. Additionally, Hockney's exhibition 'A Year in Normandie and Some Other Thoughts about Painting' at Serpentine North has attracted over 200,000 visitors. Featuring the grand frieze 'A Year in Normandie' (2020-2021), the exhibit will close on 23 August, with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays until 9pm for evening viewing.
Key facts
- David Hockney's 89th birthday was on 9 July.
- A special screening of 'Bigger & Closer, not smaller & further away' was held at Lightroom in London.
- The immersive experience is divided into six chapters covering 60 years of Hockney's art.
- Proceeds benefit the Royal Drawing School, founded by King Charles III.
- Over 200,000 people have seen Hockney's exhibition at Serpentine North.
- The exhibition includes the frieze 'A Year in Normandie' (2020-2021).
- The show closes on 23 August with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Merchandise includes a hand-decorated vase, picnic blanket, cushions, drinks trays, and caps.
Entities
Artists
- David Hockney
- Nico Muhly
Institutions
- Lightroom
- Royal Drawing School
- Serpentine North
- King Charles III
- David Hockney Studio
- 59
- Journey
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Kensington Gardens
- Normandie
- King's Cross
- Los Angeles
- Yorkshire
- Normandy
- San Gabriel Mountains
- Grand Canyon