Art as a Social Practice

I believe that when art becomes a social practice, there are many effects and advantages. Although there are many masterpieces with only one contributor, some of the best pieces have also been collaboratively created. This happens often in the world of arts, where joint creativity is rampant. For instance, there are countless musical duets that provide a connection between distinct musical genres. These introduce the listener to a new art form that would be off limits otherwise. A prime example of this phenomenon is 1985's "We Are The World": a powerful collaboration between dozens of artists.

Making art a social form creates new opportunities for creation. Both professional and non-professional artists can benefit from working together. In this, creative ideas can be bounced off of one another and suggestions can be made for improvement. Ultimately, though, the greatest advantage to considering art as a social practice is the resulting combination of different backgrounds. This establishes something that can relate to more people and create a larger impact.