Neurobiologist Professor Semir Zeki and a team of fellow scientists at University College London scanned study participants' brains while they viewed art. The results? Looking at art created a near-immediate reaction in participants' brains, releasing the hormone and chemical dopamine.…
Purchasing artwork for your hospital from an art consultant can provide numerous benefits for the patients you serve. Scientific studies have shown that the healing power of art can vastly improve the overall mental health and wellbeing of individuals. Here…
If you have ever found yourself inside a healthcare facility, then you may have noticed some art hung on the walls. Some facilities prefer to hang art in the hallways, while others place art inside patient rooms and treatment areas.…
When people travel, one of the first things they look forward to when arriving at their destination is checking into a hotel. The hotel lobby gives these travelers their first impression of what kind of adventure lies ahead during their…
It’s not uncommon to hear most adults say that they spend so many nights awake, worrying about the uncertainty of their futures. Four out of 10 people that work in large corporations face the threat of retrenchment, and this contributed…
Hospital facilities are not the most attractive places to be. People live in such premises because it is a matter of necessity. If it were possible, no person would spend any time in a lonely facility. However, with the reality…
Retirement communities don't always have the most positive reputation in our current society. Many people picture the average retirement community of gray, cold, and void of life and excitement. While this may be an accurate depiction of some retirement facilities,…
Art influences society by helping to shape opinions and ideas, and by shifting opinions and ideas that have already been set. It also instills values and translates the artist’s experiences to other people, through space and time. Art is timeless…
According to recent studies, art in the workplace has a positive influence on staff and potential clients. Statistics showed that 78% of the population attributed stress relief in the workspace to art decorations while 64% of them claimed it helped…
The value of art in a workspace is often taken for granted. Besides contributing to a relaxing atmosphere and dressing up an otherwise bland office, there are many other benefits of art in the workplace. In a recent survey, 94%…