Artists, photographers, and videographers are booming with their new innovative forms of expressions while being influenced by the 1960 movements such as minimalism, post-minimalism, and performance art. 1971 has been completely driving the spirit of radical innovation in the art scene, challenging traditions through new movements and social commentary like we've never seen before while  Art is being used to make a significant political statement that concern women, black American's, and the American war in Vietnam.  The Deluxe Show opened in Houston Texas featuring many fresh artists, being the first art show where black and white artists stand together.  Asco, a Chicano artist, causes disarray as he held his theatrical performance on Christmas eve, which made fun of the Christian traditions while trying to draw attention to the disproportionate number of Latinos and black men who were sent to fight in Vietnam. It's an exciting time to be an artist and experience the many cultural and socio-political changes happening that will hopefully help establish a more norm for a widespread critical approach to the way artist think about and present art in the future. Artistic mediums have expanded widely including space, environment, and performance, making art more interactive for the viewer as they can now be active participants. Abstract art is becoming more popular as the demand for vibrant color becomes increasingly high.