Cognition and the Visual Arts

by Robert L. Solso

Explains recent ideas on the relationship between the visual arts and the study of the structures and processes of the mind. Topics include the brain and vision, figure and form perception, visual cognition, eye movement and perception, perspective, and memory. Concepts are illustrated with examples of art from Western painting, Asian and African art, and prehistoric art. Includes about 150 b&w line drawings and reproductions of classic works of art. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Genres: Art, Psychology, Textbooks

264 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[K R N · Rating 5 out of 5]

actually read this in college but just remembered/added it

[Izlinda · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a much easier read than the other book for my Visual Perception and Art class (Tovee) but the black and white kind of detracts from the art we're suppose to look at.

Very easy read, compared.