Viewing art while visiting galleries and museums can have powerful effects on an individual’s mood, stress and well-being. The same also holds true for viewing art in digital space. A new study from the University of Vienna has found that a short three-minute visit to an online art or cultural exhibition also shows significant positive effects on subjective well-being. The study results show that even very brief viewings can have significant effects, leading to lower negative mood, anxiety, and loneliness, as well as higher subjective well-being. These results are comparable to other interventions such as nature experiences and visits to physical art galleries. The research team has discovered that the more meaningful or beautiful people find the art to be and the more positive feelings they had while viewing it, the greater the benefit.
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