Viewing art is good for us, but new research may now tell us why — and that therapeutic uses may be better than previously ...

This is your brain on art: A neuroscientist’s lessons on why abstract art makes our brains hurt so good It took a Nobel-winning scientist who specializes in human memory to break new ground in ...

Researchers studying people's brain activity when looking at abstract art have revealed why we interpret blobs of paint on canvas so differently.

A study reveals that abstract art triggers more varied brain activity compared to representational art. The default mode network was notably more active when participants viewed abstract art.

Researchers studying people's brain activity when looking at abstract art have revealed why we interpret blobs of paint on canvas so differently.

Well, science has confirmed that abstract art appeals to the human brain and this research is reviewed in an interesting article by Kat Austen in New Scientist, (July 14th, 2012).

Kevin Mack is an Oscar-winning visual effects artist and abstract artist who creates digital spaces with fluidly moving textures that are awe-inspiring in their ability to create a novel ...

“At first glance the irregular shapes and geometric patterns of abstract art could appear difficult for the human brain to interpret. Art exhibitions like this one at the Saatchi Gallery in ...

Humans Get the picture? Art in the brain of the beholder "My child could have done that!" Wrong – neuroaesthetics is starting to show us why abstract art can be so beguiling By Kat Austen 11 ...