'David Hockney the person has gone but he will live on'

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David Hockney, the British artist who became one of the most celebrated painters of the 20th century, has died at 97. His career spanned seven decades, from his early pop art experiments in 1960s London to his later landscape paintings and digital works that challenged conventional artistic boundaries. The art world mourned the loss of a figure whose bold use of color, exploration of perspective, and willingness to reinvent himself influenced generations of artists. In his native Bradford, Hockney's legacy extends beyond museum walls, his work has become woven into the city's cultural identity, making him a symbol of Yorkshire's artistic ambitions. Tributes poured in from fellow artists and institutions recognizing his role as a bridge between high art and popular culture.