participatory art
/pɑːrtɪsɪˈpətɔri ɑrt/ · par·ti·ci·pa·to·ry art
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- A type of art that involves the audience in its creation, execution, or interpretation, often blurring the line between the artist and the viewer. The museum's new exhibit featured participatory art, where visitors could contribute to a large-scale mural by adding their own brushstrokes.
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Did you know? Participatory art has been used as a tool for social change, with many artists using this medium to raise awareness about social issues and promote community engagement. The artist Marina Abramovic's 'The Artist is Present' is a famous example of participatory art, where she sat silently in a chair for 736 hours, inviting visitors to sit across from her.