Why Do We Like Art?

Humans in all cultures share a common bond with art forms of all types. This may include Visual arts, Audio arts like music and even Tactile art forms. In other words Art stimulates our senses. When we interact with art thru color, shape, sound, etc we are engaging our brains.. Enjoying art is a natural process that often triggers specific feelings and emotions. We interpret art based on our cultural background, personal experience or individual training.

Often a simple pattern will be recognized by the brain and allow a memory to be retrieved. Art , in all its forms and manifestations can expose us to new ideas and concepts, provide an escape to a different place where we have the chance to experience in a new way.