The influence of art and art therapy on people

Abstract

The article is devoted to studying of influence of art on people and possibilities of application of art therapy in life. The main purpose of art therapy is defined as harmonization of the person’s inner state, help people find the optimal state of balance conducive to the active continuation of life. The methods of art therapy influence on the formation of creative abilities of people. The article analyzes study and application of art therapy methods as methods of personality development. The most appropriate methods of art therapy that are used to reveal creative potential of people are analyzed. Art therapy can be used to prevent and correct negative psychological states in a child and an adult (fear, fatigue, aggressiveness, irritability, etc.). The article gives the description of the main methods of art therapy