Month: September 2024

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ARTVOICE ONLINE – greeting Art Curator

Olga Bogdan

Today we are greeting…

Art Curator Olga Bogdan

Olga Bogdan is a project manager in the field of interior decoration. Her task is to help clients create interiors that perfectly match their business goals or personal needs.

I believe that each interior is not just a space, but a reflection of the personality and lifestyle of its owner. One of the key tools in this personalization is art.

Olga’s acquaintance with the world of art began very early. From birth, she was surrounded by creativity: her grandfather was a successful commercial artist.

I still remember how his studio smelled of oil paints, how the light softly fell on the canvases, and how each piece breathed life. These memories remained in my heart forever, and I realized that it was possible to “fall in love” with a piece of art.

Several of Olga’s grandfather’s paintings are carefully stored in her apartment – they are not just decoration, but a part of her soul. In addition, one of Olga’s father’s friends was the chief architect of their small southern town of Mineralnye Vody. It was him who brought her to preparatory classes for the architectural institute, where she enthusiastically studied classical pencil drawing together with other children.

Although my path to architecture did not work out, the love for creating sketches and experimenting with new techniques remained with me. I continue to look for beauty in the world around me and strive to help other people find exactly the piece of art that will be important and necessary for them at the moment. Each new collaboration for me is an opportunity to create a unique world that will inspire and delight.

Olga is also a great interior artist!

Сontact Olga

E-mail: curator@artvoice.online

Tel.: +7 910 396 97 75

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Art story

Andrey Muntz – New art

Andrey Muntz is and architect and an artist whose style is hard to be confused with anyone else’s. His bright and expressive manner of painting produces a special impression of energy and optimism.
Discover Andrey’s latest artworks!

African passion, mixed technique, 90х125 cm, 2023
Venice Sen Jeremia Church, 80×100 cm, 2023
Government house in Baku, mixed technique, 100×140 cm, 2023
Hello, Mr.Kurbe, mixed technique, 95х120 cm, 2023
Lonely rider, mixed technique 95×120 cm, 2023
Born to be free, mixed technique, 100×130 cm, 2023
Florence Santa del Fiore Cathedral, mixed technique, 90×120 cm, 2023
Happy moments, oil on canvas, 105×145 cm, 2024
In the footsteps of Mondrian, mixed technique, 90×120 cm, 2024
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Neuroscience & AI

Neuroscience & Art

Neuroscience and art may seem like separate fields, but they are increasingly intertwined, revealing fascinating insights into how our brains perceive and create art. Here’s a look at how these disciplines intersect:

The Brain’s Response to Art

Art triggers a complex interplay of emotions in the brain. Research shows that viewing art activates areas associated with reward, pleasure, and social interaction, explaining why we find art captivating.

Our brains analyze artistic elements like color, shape, composition, and storytelling. This process involves multiple brain regions, including those responsible for visual perception, attention, memory, and language.

The “beauty” we experience from art is a subjective response influenced by personal preferences, cultural context, and individual brain wiring. Neuroscience is exploring the biological mechanisms underlying these subjective judgments.

Art as a Tool for Brain Research

Art can be used to study specific cognitive functions, like attention, memory, and visual perception. For example, art therapy can help understand the cognitive processes involved in emotional regulation. Changes in artistic expression, such as alterations in drawing style or colour use, can be a sign of neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s disease. Art-based therapies are increasingly used to treat conditions like depression, anxiety, and autism, harnessing the power of creativity to promote healing and well-being.

The Neuroscience of Creativity

Research suggests that creativity involves a complex network of brain regions, including the default mode network, the salience network, and the executive control network. These networks work together to generate new ideas, explore possibilities, and evaluate outcomes.
Role of dopamine and serotonin: These neurotransmitters play crucial roles in motivation, reward, and exploration, all of which are essential for creativity.
Neuroscience highlights the role of imagination and play in fostering creativity. These activities allow us to explore new possibilities and think outside the box.

Artistic Expression and Brain Health

Engaging in art can help individuals cope with stress, anxiety, and trauma. The act of creating art can be a form of self-expression and emotional regulation. Creating and appreciating art can stimulate cognitive function, improving memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. Art can foster connection and shared experiences, promoting social interaction and a sense of community.

The Future of Neuroscience and Art

Brain-computer interfaces: These technologies could potentially allow people to create art directly with their thoughts. Neuroscience insights could be used to tailor art experiences to individual preferences and brain responses. Art-based therapies and interventions could become more sophisticated and effective in treating a wide range of mental health conditions.

The intersection of neuroscience and art offers exciting opportunities for understanding the human brain, enhancing creative expression, and improving human well-being.