Things that inspire us: The polaroids of David Hockney
David Hockney started experimenting with polaroids in the early 80’s. This work followed a proposal from Paris’ Centre Pompidou for a photographic show. It developed as an exploration of cubism and the representation of three-dimensional objects in two dimensions.
With polaroids and 35mm prints, reassembled together, Hockney represents his subject.
The viewer has the impression of moving around the subject, an effect created by the juxtaposition of the photo-montage.
Why we like it:
• It’s a picture in a grid, we love grids!
• In his montage, Hockney observes his subject in the space over a certain time. There are close references to the creative process, in which we observe a visual concept or a set of ideas through different references. Their selection and arrangement help to further define the concept, both intellectually and visually.
