David Hockney : Pieced Together

‘David Hockney: Pieced Together’ is an exhibition at the National Science and Media Museum in Bradford that explores the renowned artist’s inventive use of photography and video. It runs from January 15th to May 18th, 2025. David Hockney, who is most known for his colourful paintings, has always embraced technological innovations in his work, expanding our perceptions of and ability to depict the world.

Hockney’s video project “The Four Seasons; Woldgate Woods”, which uses breathtaking multi-perspective imagery to depict the passage of time, is a major feature of the exhibition. Along with a few of his previous photographs, this artwork demonstrates his skill at producing visual ‘collages’ using still and video cameras, providing an artistic interpretation of how humans actually perceive perspective, scale and time in real life.

Visitors can also examine the similarities between his early “joiner” photo collages, which are created by assembling several photographs to create a disjointed, yet unified whole, and his more current digital works. One of these iconic collages, made in the museum itself in 1985, features the building in its former identity as the National Museum of Photography, Film and Television.

Hockney is actively promoting “DRAW!”, a nationwide Project for Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, which promotes creativity and involvement via visual storytelling, in addition to the exhibition.

Visitors are encouraged to fully immerse themselves in Hockney’s vision through this interactive display, which also offers headphones for a more immersive experience, With a “pay what you feel” admission policy, this is a must-see for both art lovers and inquisitive minds.