David Hockney's "Rain" is arguably the most famous artwork from his striking 1973 sequence, "The Weather Series." This piece, one of six lithographs in the series, is closely associated with the Japanese woodblock printing tradition, ukiyo-e, which Hockney referenced throughout his work. In creating "Rain," Hockney developed innovative techniques to convey not just the weather condition but also to evoke a visceral, atmospheric effect. The vibrant blue palette is immediately captivating.By depicting rain through a series of puddles made up of concentric circles and slants of rain dripping down, Hockney disrupts traditional expectations and immerses the viewer in the sensation of being caught in a downpour. "Rain" is an all-absorbing, abstract depiction in which Hockney pushes the boundaries of his print technique and creative vision. For the first time, he merges screen printing with lithography to create a dynamic masterpiece. The artwork’s composition spills out from the canvas edges, allowing viewers to feel as if they are being "soaked up" into the atmospheric experience.