The Grand Canyon Looking North, September 1982
The Grand Canyon Looking North, September 1982
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David Hockney
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116 x 245cm, Edition of 15, Photographic print
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Meaning & Analysis
The Grand Canyon Looking North, September 1982 by David Hockney is a photographic collage created in 1982. This panoramic view of the Grand Canyon, assembled from multiple photographs, measures 115.9 x 254.6 cm. The piece exemplifies Hockney's innovative approach to landscape photography in the early 1980s, using composite imagery to capture expansive scenes. It marks a significant development in Hockney's exploration of the American landscape and his experimentation with photographic techniques.
This work employs a collage technique he termed ‘joiners’, where numerous individual photographs are arranged to form a cohesive, expansive view. This method, influenced by Cubist principles, allows for the presentation of multiple perspectives within a single frame, creating a multifaceted visual experience.
The artwork captures the Grand Canyon's vast expanse, revealing its layered geological formations and the play of light across its rugged terrain. Hockney's fragmented yet unified composition reflects his exploration of time and space in photography. The earthy tones of the canyon's rock strata are punctuated by patches of vegetation and shadows, creating a rich tapestry of colour and texture.