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Detail
Some art critics and other observers of Hanson's say his sculptures represent "average" Americans, others find his
portrayals "stereotypical." Still others call his work realistic. How would you characterize Tourists? What specific
aspects of these figures make them average, stereotypical, or realistic? Comment on body language, posture, clothing, and accessories.
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Context
How does Susan Sontag's statement inform your reading of Hanson's piece?
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Context
Compare and contrast Duane Hanson's Tourists with Martin Parr's image of tourists in front of the
Leaning Tower of Pisa. Both capture aspects of contemporary tourism. What compositional elements do they share? How are they different?
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For an opinionated review of a 1999 survey of Hanson's work, read "Mall-American Family" by Jerry Saltz.
What does Saltz mean when he says, "It turns out Hanson's work is so real it's fake"?
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