Collaboration Quote by Eyvind Kang
“There is no guiding principle, because the work that is created in collaborations should be created from its own principles.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast discussion on collaborative art, 2022
Collaboration thrives when each piece follows its own internal logic rather than imposed external rules.
In simple terms: Create from within, not by external mandates.
Let each work define its own guiding principles.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team projects
- musical ensembles
- collective installations
- research groups
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance shared goals with individual freedom?
- When should a group adopt a common framework?
External guidelines can stifle originality if over‑prescribed.