Art is a Creativity Booster in a Work Environment/Remote Office
Artwork: Helen Frankenthaler – “Bilbao”
When we think of experiencing Art, we usually think about standing in a gallery or museum. We tilt our heads to the side. We talk about the use of color. Or maybe we scratch our heads and move on to the next piece. But Art can be a powerful creativity booster in our everyday life.
That’s why Art is the perfect addition to the workplace or remote office. But what exactly is the effect of Art on creativity? And how do we know?
By examining the science, we can see that Art can increase motivation, spur on new ideas and clear out stress. This leads to more creative breakthroughs and better problem-solving.
How Art Inspires
We don’t need to mince words. We’re all going through a hard time right now. Staying at home limits the amount of new experiences coming in, and that puts the brakes on creative insights.
We need to make novel connections to come up with fresh, innovative approaches. But that seems almost impossible when you are stuck at your house.
This is one area where Art shines in bringing us back to our source of inspiration.
Looking at Art brings in those new experiences. It connects us to divergent thinking and fresh ideas. At the very least, it brings a little joy. Neuroscientists have found that looking at Art boosts dopamine — promoting a better mood and stronger focus.
Even in a traditional office setting, Art is a crucial part of keeping everyone inspired. A grey world of hallways, desks and whiteboards isn’t the most vibrant of all possible workspaces.
The twisting people famously depicted in Robert Longo’s Men in the Cities series, became instantly iconic, described as “monumental, stylized and suave.” The expressive faces, the drama of limbs — these works make you feel your body. You’re no longer banging your head against a logistical problem hidden in the cells of a spreadsheet. You are back in your vehicle of flesh and muscle and bone. You are moving in a new direction.
How Art Relieves Stress
Our lives are filled with stress. The barrage of social media updates, news, work emails and the endless to-do list add up to an e