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
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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