Painting to music March 2009
Much has been written about the therapeutic benefit of listening to music. Extensive research furthermore emphasizes a clear connection between music, perception and learning. Music has an impact on the brain. The advertisement industry for sure has exploited the suggestive power of music for decades.
Many artists work while listening to music. I too, like to paint to music. Music heightens my senses and elevates my spirit.
The choice of music is of course highly personal. At times this may become a problem when painting with others. In such situations a repertoire that includes a wide range of genres usually pleases everyone.
While I might listen to Mozart when writing or to Vivaldi when studying Italian, when painting I opt for what I consider sexy music, music charged with evocative energy. Such music includes Flamenco guitar, gypsy style music, sultry boleros, sambas, cool jazz and the blues. When my body moves to music my paintbrush becomes more mobile. When my body moves to music my senses tame the intellect.
You might find too that listening to your favorite music fosters a sensory atmosphere and enhances creativity.
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