Collaborative Art Practices

4.0 credits · Undergraduate

This course explores creative collaboration, examining effective methods for leading and participating in artist-teams across various disciplines. Students will study successful models of collective art-making, drawing insights from visual arts collectives, film crews, theatre ensembles, art studios, bands, and community art projects. The course covers historical approaches, contemporary best practices, and emerging collaborative techniques, offering a cross-disciplinary view of teamwork in the arts. Through analysis of case studies and class projects, students will develop skills for fostering productive creative partnerships, managing group dynamics, and navigating the challenges of collective authorship. (AU)