Why Science Needs Art

From Historical to Modern Day Perspectives

Richard Roche (Maynooth University, Ireland), Sean Commins, Francesca Farina (Maynooth University, Ireland)

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Routledge
11 April 2018

The Arts: General & Reference; History of Art & Design Styles; Psychological theory & schools of thought; Perception; Neurosciences

Why Science Needs Art explores the complex relationship between these seemingly polarised fields. Reflecting on a time when art and science were considered inseparable and symbiotic pursuits, the book discusses how they have historically informed and influenced each other, before considering how public perception of the relationship between these disciplines has fundamentally changed.

Science and art have something very important in common: they both seek to reduce something infinitely complex to something simpler. Using examples from diverse areas including microscopy, brain injury, classical art, and data visualization, the book delves into the history of the intersection of these two disciplines, before considering current tensions between the fields. The emerging field of neuroaesthetics and its attempts to scientifically understand what humans find beautiful is also explored, suggesting ways in which the relationship between art and science may return to a more co-operative state in the future.

Why Science Needs Art provides an essential insight into the relationship between art and science in an appealing and relevant way. Featuring colorful examples throughout, the book will be of interest to students and researchers of neuroaesthetics and visual perception, as well as all those wanting to discover more about the complex and exciting intersection of art and science.

By: Richard Roche (Maynooth University Ireland), Sean Commins, Francesca Farina (Maynooth University, Ireland)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 138mm,
Weight: 204g
ISBN: 9781138959231
ISBN 10: 1138959235
Pages: 132
Publication Date: 11 April 2018
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Sean Commins, Richard Roche, Francesca Farina

Reviews for Why Science Needs Art: From Historical to Modern Day Perspectives

'Although on the surface it seems that art practice preceded scientific thinking by tens of thousands of years, art and science have intersected longer than is generally realized. Artistic and scientific cognition are alike in many ways. Both are products of the uniqueness of the human brain and mind, and both have contributed tremendously to the growth of human culture. This book brings to light previously unexplored facts and it provides an excellent discussion of some of the intersections.' Dahlia W. Zaidel, University of California at Los Angeles