Art and psychology

Art, psychology and culture share common channels. In this section you will discover what lies behind the creative process, how to enhance this competence and what secrets hide the most extraordinary works, as well as the best-known artists.

Your brain likes Jackson Pollock

Jackson Pollock, Vasili Kandinsky, Joan Miró, Paul Klee… Abstract art is not to the taste of all palates, but there are many who savor and delight in these works, apparently chaotic. It is true that these canvases, dominated by imprecise…
Viewing works of art online can improve your well-being

There is evidence that supports the hypothesis that Contemplation of works of art protects our mental health. The good news related to this discovery is that you can also enjoy art from home, making virtual visits to museums, accessing all…
Van Gogh and the mystery of the color yellow

Established as one of the main exponents of post-impressionism, perhaps you don’t know that Behind the light given off by the paintings he painted, a dark secret is hidden.. Thus, today we present to you the story of Van Gogh…
The “aesthetic self”, source of psychological well-being

Can our interest in art promote psychological well-being? The answer is yes. We should all develop an “aesthetic self” capable of appreciating not only the beauty of music, painting, literature or sculpture. Being part of these manifestations, being active creators,…
Dadaism, the art of the absurd

The avant-garde of the 20th century represents a revolution on several levels. The horizon opens and the possibilities for artists grow. Thus, Imagination and creativity gain ground over rational and more academic thinking. For this reason, we want to know…
The 6 types of urban art and their characteristics

The avant-garde was the movement of the 20th century that opened the door to an enormous variety of artistic expressions that, today, continue to be booming. If you want to know the types of urban art that exist and their…
What is the Venus effect?

If you have ever wondered why many artists used mirrors in their paintings, it is not by chance. Optical effects in works of art were, and are, a widely used resource. With them, artists aim to stimulate our senses to…
World Art Day and its effect on mental health

The fascinating thing about art is that we are not concerned with its practical usefulness, but with how it makes us feel, even influencing mental health. What really captivates us about it is the effect it has on our emotions…
6 Curiosities About Famous Works Of Art That You Probably Don’t Know

Behind a famous work of art there is usually a good technique, but also a good story. What are the anecdotes that hide some of the most legendary works in the history of art? Giorgio Vasari, considered one of the…
What You Don’t Know About Claude Monet’s Water Flowers

Claude Monet was a revolutionary artist in the artistic universe, he demonstrated it with his work “Water Lilies”. We tell you some curiosities about this mythical work. In the 19th century, and more specifically, on November 14, 1840, an artist…