Mindful art

Behav Brain Sci. 2013 Apr;36(2):151-2. doi: 10.1017/S0140525X12001719.

Abstract

Bullot & Reber (B&R) begin asking if the study of the mind's inner life can provide a foundation for a science of art. Clearly there are many epistemological problems involved in the study of the cognitive and affective basis of art appreciation. I argue that context is key. I also propose that as long as the "mind's life" continues to be perceived as an "inner" intracranial phenomenon, little progress can be made. Mind and art are one.

Publication types

  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Art / history*
  • Cognition*
  • Esthetics / history*
  • Esthetics / psychology*
  • Humans
  • Psychological Theory*
  • Psychology / methods*