David Hockney Swimming Pool Mural at Roosevelt Hotel Restoration

David Hockney made a mural at the bottom of the Tropicana pool of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel that graced the guests as they were enjoying the wonderful outdoor climate, swimming, and gazing out at the water. The mural became known throughout the town and many tourists would come to the hotel just to see the enormous pattern of blue gestural curves that had a strong visual impact from any vantage point. There was always a possibility to catch a glimpse of a Hollywood “A- lister” enjoying the comfortable environment along with the guests.
Over time, the paint has been deteriorated by the chemicals of the water and the constant contact of the guests rubbing up against the floor and walls. The vibrant blue marks went from being the focal point of the view to being minor stains at the bottom of the pool. They just made the pool look dirty and took away from the vibrancy of the water.

Due to chlorine destroying paint, periodic restoration is required.

Mural was restored by me in

Jan 2008
March 2015

Jan 2024

Prints are available here: https://iliafresco.com/galleries/prints/large-scale-other-projects