Compare her cityscapes and desert works in relation to their sources of inspiration. At the beginning of the twentieth century, they were breaking with traditions and reacting to the new age. The designs for many buildings became simplified and broke away from architectural traditions. Have students research architects' works from a variety of cultures and times and determine how technology, climate, tradition and taste affect architecture. Duchamp did not actually make the object.
Some artists use technology as part of their works.
They might include images that show technological developments, mass produce posters, use many televisions all showing a different part of the same scene in an installation, use projectors to show images of people in a dark storefront, or use electronic signs to communicate messages. Ask the students to use technology to make a statement about technology or related issues. Have them reflect upon the finished works to determine how successful they were in communicating their ideas.