Student Artwork Guide — Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock

Name Class Date

Nicholas Michael Hollo, Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock (2009). Reproduced for reference; rights reserved by the rights holder. See this canvas under a moving light: the drawing, the true colour under the varnish, the bare pigment

The facts

Artist: Nicholas Michael Hollo artsdot.com/en/artists/nicholas-michael-hollo/
Artist’s dates: 1949 –
Painted: 2009
Original size: 42 x 89 cm

Copyright This work is treated as still under copyright. Nicholas Michael Hollo was born in 1949 and has no recorded death date; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death. The image is shown here for classroom reference; rights remain with the rights holder.

Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock — Nicholas Michael Hollo

How big is it?

The original measures 42 × 89 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.

When was this painted?

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Row above: the years. Row below: how old the artist was at the start and at the end of each span, counting 0 from birth.

Painted when the artist was 60. 9 of the 17 dated works by this artist in our catalogue came earlier.

▲ this work, 2009 every dated painting, decade by decade

Compare with

Military Order in the Midst of the Bushland at North Head, 2004 artsdot.com/en/art/nicholas-michael-hollo-military-order-in-the-midst-of-the-bushland-at-nor-DA63KP-en/
Southern Apron Workshops and Cranes, Cockatoo Island, 2004 artsdot.com/en/art/nicholas-michael-hollo-southern-apron-workshops-and-cranes-cockatoo-isla-DA63EQ-en/
The Former Marine Biology Station Overlooking the Waters of Camp Cove, 2004 artsdot.com/en/art/nicholas-michael-hollo-the-former-marine-biology-station-overlooking-the-DA6428-en/

Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.

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Colours

Measured from the image

Main colour

Sea Green #3a7280

Catalogued palette

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Palette: Earthy The dominant colour family in the image.
Main colour name: Sea Green
Intensity: Balanced How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
Contrast: Bold How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
Harmony: Discordant Palette How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
Brightness: Bright How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
Saturation: Balanced Soft How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

Where in the world is this painting looked at?

under 1%
1–3%
3–8%
8–20%
20% and over

This painting alone has too few recorded visitors to map, so the plate reads every work by Nicholas Michael Hollo over the last twelve months — 1 countries in all. Where these figures come from

The ten leading countries

1 China 100.0%

Find the three darkest countries on the map. Is the museum that keeps this painting in any of them? Write down one reason people far away might look at it.

The 5 most looked-at works by Nicholas Michael Hollo

1 Panorama of Sydney Harbour from Macquarie Lighthouse (c.1788), 2013 50.0%
2 Cutaway Workshops and Cliffs beckoning an Urban Plaza, 2000 16.7%
3 Cut Sandstone Cliff at HMAS Platypus, 2006 16.7%
4 North Head Overview – A Tied Island, 2007 16.7%
— Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock, 2009 this painting 0.0%

Together these works take 100.0% of all the attention this artist's paintings received over the last twelve months. The catalogue holds 17 works by this artist, of which 4 were looked at at least once. This painting has not been looked at yet in that time — it closes the list without a rank. The same counts, month by month

Bars measure attention, not quality. Pick the work at the top and this one: name one thing that might make a painting famous beyond how well it is painted.

Artist

Nicholas Michael Hollo

Born in Budapest, Hungary

introduction to nicholas michael hollo

nicholas michael hollo, a hungarian-born urban designer, architect, and artist, has been making waves in the art world since his birth in budapest, hungary in 1949. as an adult living and working by the foreshore, sydney harbour and its coastline remains the chief inspiration for his work as an architect, urban designer, and artist.

early life and education

although there is limited information available on nicholas michael hollo's early life and education, it is known that he was born in budapest, hungary in 1949. this has had a significant impact on his work as an architect, urban designer, and artist.

artistic style and inspiration

nicholas michael hollo's artistic style is characterized by his use of bold colors and geometric shapes. his inspiration from sydney harbour and its coastline is evident in many of his works, which often incorporate elements of the natural world. as a urban designer, nicholas michael hollo has worked on several projects that have transformed the cityscape of sydney.

notable works and projects

some of nicholas michael hollo's notable works include his designs for the sydney harbour coastline, which have been widely praised for their innovative use of space and materials. his use of sustainable materials and eco-friendly practices has also been recognized, making him a leader in the field of urban design.

urban design: nicholas michael hollo's work as an urban designer has had a significant impact on the city of sydney. his designs have transformed the city's coastline, creating public spaces that are both functional and beautiful.

architecture: as an architect, nicholas michael hollo has worked on several projects that have pushed the boundaries of modern architecture. his use of innovative materials and designs has resulted in buildings that are both sustainable and aesthetically pleasing.

art: nicholas michael hollo's work as an artist is characterized by his use of bold colors and geometric shapes. his inspiration from sydney harbour and its coastline is evident in many of his works, which often incorporate elements of the natural world.

conclusion

nicholas michael hollo is a talented artist, architect, and urban designer who has made significant contributions to the art world. his work continues to inspire and influence others, and his commitment to sustainable practices has made him a leader in his field. to learn more about nicholas michael hollo and his work, visit https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/nicholas-michael-holo. you can also browse AllPaintingsStore's collection of handmade oil paintings reproductions and print on canvas of famous artwork from the magyar nemzeti galéria, including works by other notable hungarian artists.

Where to read more

The artist Nicholas Michael Hollo artsdot.com/en/artists/nicholas-michael-hollo/
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Cite this artwork

MLA: Hollo, Nicholas Michael. Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock. 2009, https://artsdot.com/en/art/nicholas-michael-hollo-silent-cranes-sutherland-dock-DA63JB-en/
APA: Hollo, Nicholas Michael (2009). Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock [Painting]. https://artsdot.com/en/art/nicholas-michael-hollo-silent-cranes-sutherland-dock-DA63JB-en/
Chicago: Nicholas Michael Hollo. Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock. 2009. https://artsdot.com/en/art/nicholas-michael-hollo-silent-cranes-sutherland-dock-DA63JB-en/
Harvard: Hollo, Nicholas Michael (2009) Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock. Available at: https://artsdot.com/en/art/nicholas-michael-hollo-silent-cranes-sutherland-dock-DA63JB-en/

Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock — Nicholas Michael Hollo

Look closely

Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

What catches your eye first, and why?
Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
Look back at Military Order in the Midst of the Bushland at North Head (2004), earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
Nicholas Michael Hollo was about 60 when this was made. What in it looks like the work of an artist at that stage?
What might the artist have wanted you to feel?

Your response

Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.

Questions & Answers

How do the colors of "Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock" relate to each other?

The color harmony of "Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock" is recorded as discordant palette.

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Can I see an X-ray view of "Silent Cranes, Sutherland Dock" by Nicholas Michael Hollo?

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