Hans Heysen
1877–1968 · Australian · 30 artworks
RealismDetailed observationAtmospheric perspectiveEucalyptus tree depictionUse of light and shadowWatercolor techniques
artist bio
Hans Heysen was a German-born Australian artist renowned for his landscapes of the Australian outback, particularly his depictions of eucalyptus trees and the Flinders Ranges. He captured the unique light and atmosphere of the Australian landscape, becoming one of Australia's most beloved and recognized artists.
what you'll learn
Studying Heysen's work allows students to understand the principles of realism through landscape painting, focusing on capturing light, atmosphere, and the unique characteristics of a specific environment. Students can also learn about the cultural significance of landscape art in shaping national identity.
related: Arthur Streeton, Tom Roberts
30 artworks
Midsummer morning
1908
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A bowl of roses
1924
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The rick yard
1920
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Hauling timber
1911
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Edge of the clearing
1926
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The old stack
1924
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Pewsey Vale
1933
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The white gum
1923
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Silver and grey
1910
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Summer
1909
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The Blinman country
1929
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In the Aroona Valley
1940
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Onions
1927
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The quarry
1922
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A summer's day
1912
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Guardian of the Brachina Gorge
1937
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Gums in sunlight
1923
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Study for Land of Oratunga
1930
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The farmyard gum
1936
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Sunshine and shadow
1905
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Flinders Ranges landscape
1956
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The track to the farm
1926
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A cottage bunch
1930
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On The Edge Of The Bush
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White Gums
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Drought (Arkaba)
1929
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Blinman (Mt. Patawerta)
1940
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An afternoon in autumn
1924
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The Hill of the Creeping Shadow, Flinders Ranges
1929
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The Yappala Range
1940
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