The National Gallery will encourage ... “Essentially, slow looking is a way of getting to know a painting by spending time with it. Many people don’t know how to begin to look at a painting.” ...

Researchers studying people's brain activity when looking at abstract art have revealed ... before and after spending a lunch break in an art gallery. Lab analysis found their cortisol levels ...

Participants self-reported their stress levels before entering the gallery and then ... is hardwired to process art. After analyzing 15 studies that had people looking at art for different reasons ...

Viewing works of art can boost well-being by giving meaning to life, suggests a new study. And the benefit can be gained in a hospital setting as well as an art gallery, say scientists.