A recent study by psychologist Francesco Walker has revealed that the way artwork is described can significantly influence how children engage with it. Conducted at the Rijksmuseum, Walker’s research, published in Nature – Scientific Reports, found that providing children with adult-oriented information is nearly as ineffective as offering no information at all.
Walker highlights that many museums offer educational programs for children, yet the descriptions of artworks are typically crafted for an adult audience. This disconnect may explain why children often “zap through” galleries, failing to engage deeply with the pieces on display. The study raises an important question: would more accessible and playful descriptions enhance children’s attentiveness to art?
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