Collaborations and Collectives

Definition

This term refers to artworks created by multiple artists working together, either in formal groups or as temporary collaborations, often emphasizing the collective process and shared authorship over individual expression.

History

Artistic collaborations and collectives have played a significant role in modern and contemporary art, challenging the notion of individual genius and emphasizing the power of collective creativity and shared ideas.

Notable Examples

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The Bloomsbury Group

Omega Workshops, 1913-1919

Key Artists & Movements

Key examples include the Guerrilla Girls, a feminist art collective that uses art to critique the art world, and the Bloomsbury Group, a collective of artists and writers who were influential in early 20th-century British culture.

Techniques & Materials

Techniques vary widely depending on the nature of the collaboration, from traditional media like painting and sculpture to performance, installation, and digital art, often emphasizing the process of creation and the dialogue between participants.

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