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Discussion M5: Artists, Art and Visual Representation
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Provide specific examples and make connections to your life and studies. When/if you refer to
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Hi Class, I have provided a series of questions for you to consider and explore in this discussion
post. As always, try and build on the Modules and themes that we are considering. Think about
how visual stereotypes have been used in U.S. propaganda and now consider the way the artists
below are addressing representation.
Listen to the short NPR program on how “Kung Fu Fighting” came to represent Asia.
Watch the short PBS ART 21 programs on Do-Ho Suh, Cai Guo-Qiang and An-My Lê.
Do-Ho Suh:
What kinds of ideas on identity and stereotype is he exploring in his work? What are some of the
other themes he is dealing with and how does this relate to the idea of “place”? How might this art
connect with some of the themes we have been exploring in this course so far?
Do-Ho Suh is dealing with a sense of “displacement” how does he address this in his work? Is this
something that is cross-culturally relatable? What do you think of Suh’s work? Be specific with
your answer through the use of examples.
Cai Guo-Qiang:
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We have considered the purpose of monuments. Guo-Qiang addresses the events of September
11th in his work. How does he address this subject? How does this connect to the way society
considers or confronts aspects of violence, fear, and control?
An-My Lê:
Discuss Lê’s life experiences as a political refugee, artist, and war re-enactor. In what ways do
these roles promote different perspectives and how are these experiences reflected in Lê’s
photographs?
Lê says, “I’m fascinated by the military structure, by strategy, the idea of a battle, the gear. But at
the same time, how do you resolve the impact of it? What it is meant to do is just horrible. But war
can be beautiful.” How do Lê’s images describe both the beauty and horror of war?
Conclude with your thoughts on the themes of power, belonging, and violence these artists
address. How do they work with and against stereotypes?
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