Empirical Studies of the Arts

Aims & Scope

Empirical Studies of the Arts (ART) aims to be an interdisciplinary forum for theoretical and empirical studies of aesthetics, creativity, and all of the arts.

It spans anthropological, psychological, neuroscientific, semiotic, and sociological studies of the creation, perception, and appreciation of literary, musical, visual and other art forms.

Whether you are an active researcher or an interested bystander, Empirical Studies of the Arts keeps you up to date on the latest trends in scientific studies of the arts.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.4

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.600

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	23

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Arts and Humanities, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Do People Prefer Curved Objects? Angularity, Expertise, and Aesthetic Preference

  Citation: 174

  Authors: Paul J., Christopher M.

• Sure, I'm Creative—But Not in Mathematics!: Self-Reported Creativity in Diverse Domains

  Citation: 156

  Authors: James C., John

• Cognitive Appraisals and Interest in Visual Art: Exploring an Appraisal Theory of Aesthetic Emotions

  Citation: 133

  Authors: Paul J.

• Visual Complexity and Beauty Appreciation: Explaining the Divergence of Results

  Citation: 130

  Authors: Marcos, Enric, Gisèle, Camilo José

• The Assessment of Art Attributes

  Citation: 127

  Authors: Anjan, Page, Rebecca, William B., Bianca

• Spending Time on Art

  Citation: 121

  Authors: Jeffrey K., Lisa F.

• Openness to Experience, Non-Conformity, and the Preference for Abstract Art

  Citation: 114

  Authors: Gregory J., Tara R.

• Quantifying Aesthetic Preference for Chaotic Patterns

  Citation: 110

  Authors: Deborah J., Julien C.

• The Perception and Evaluation of Visual Art

  Citation: 97

  Authors: Henrik, Vanessa M., Reidar

• Relationship of Preference Judgments to Typicality, Novelty, and Mere Exposure

  Citation: 88

  Authors: Colin, Kathleen, Alan

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