Art Worlds (Howard Becker)

Howard Becker's "Art Worlds" explores how art production functions as a collaborative effort involving many people—artists, distributors, critics, and audiences—rather than solely individual genius. It emphasizes that creating art requires cooperation within a community, with shared norms, practices, and resources. These collective arrangements shape what is considered art, influence its meaning, and help bring it to the public. Ultimately, "Art Worlds" highlights that art is a social process, dependent on networks and institutions, making the creation and appreciation of art a collaborative, organized activity.