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Questions on John Duncan


1. Describe the city of Dublin as photographed by Irish artist John Duncan. On which side would you like to live? Why?
2. What is Duncan trying to show? What are the principle themes that motivate him?
3. Can you discern the cultural specificity of this artist? Why or why not?
4. Can you establish a link between this and another link presented on this site?
5. Respond to the article by Glenn Patterson entitled "Accomodation and Apartmentality." Do you agree with his interpretation of John Duncan's work? Can you think of anything to add?
6. Write your own critical commentary of John Duncan's artwork.

 

 

 

 

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