Art and Psychology

Art and Psychology share common channels. In this section you’ll discover what lies behind the creative process, how to boost these abilities, and what secrets hide behind some of the most extraordinary works by the most well-known artists.

Art and Psychology
Street Art, Muralism, and Muralists

Some street art, murals, in particular, constitute good storytelling because people create them right when the events are happening. Thus, they’re sensitive to the subjects. People continue painting murals and they’re becoming more popular within the various forms of expression, due…
Art and Psychology
Goodbye, Dreamy Kobe Bryant

There are real-life giants outside fairytales. Some of them inhabit the world of basketball courts. Kobe Bryant was more than one of the most prominent stars in the NBA. He was and will always be one of those people that…
Art and Psychology
The Myth of Medusa and Perseus

For some people, the myth of Medusa and Perseus is a metaphor for horror and how it’s actually possible to save yourself from it through art. For others, on the other hand, it represents a feminine myth, in which mistreated…
Art and Psychology
Édouard Manet: The First Impressionist

Édouard Manet was a 19th-century French painter who acted as inspiration for countless later painters, with his distinctive style and focus. Manet paved a new path by defying the traditional subjects in painting and portraying the events and circumstances of his…
Art and Psychology
Surrealism and Psychoanalysis

Surrealism is a widely-known but poorly understood cultural movement. It led to an art revolution during its peak from the 20s to the 30s. It officially began with Dadaist writer André Breton’s 1924 Surrealist Manifesto. However, the actual movement was…
Art and Psychology
Alexander Pushkin Quotes on Existence

Many of the greatest Alexander Pushkin quotes come directly from his poems and novels, which are quite deep and beautiful. The father of modern Russian literature was full of surprises, partly due to his particular perspective and partly due to his…
Art and Psychology
Positive Psychology: A Flow State

A flow state is about finding the perfect balance between enjoyment and challenge. Here we speak of those moments of creativity and performance that endow you with positive feelings. Challenge is a fundamental part of your physical and psychological well-being.…
Art and Psychology
Five Art Therapy Exercises for Kids

Kids are voracious explorers and always express their motivation to learn and discover new things. They live in a magical world where discovery reigns. Art therapy, therefore, can be a great tool for therapists to help children live their best lives.…
Art and Psychology
Six Art Therapy Exercises for Adults

We live wired lives these days, almost without being able to disconnect or even take a rest. We’re always checking our phones or our social networks. We’re “hooked” for hours at a time to our computers or tablets. That’s why…
Art and Psychology
4 Ways to Overcome Trauma Through Art

When we go through a complex and painful situation, we may start to believe there’s no way out. We’ve all been in this situation at some point in our lives. Sometimes we become self-absorbed and stop seeing the world around us.…