David Hockney, the celebrated British artist, has died at 88. His publicist confirmed he passed away at his London home on Thursday.
- Hockney was known for his iconic pool paintings and innovative iPad drawings. - He was a leading figure in the 1960s art scene and openly gay before it was common.
- His 1972 painting 'Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)' sold for $90.3 million in 2018. - He continued working until his death, finding inspiration in landscapes and digital art.
Hockney's work remains a testament to his belief in the pleasure of seeing.