Spending time in nature is good for us. Scientific studies for decades have revealed the health and wellbeing benefits of being outdoors. But what about the simple act of viewing natural images in a clinical setting? The science behind photography for healing reveals that bringing the outside in can significantly transform medical interiors, helping to soothe the sick and lower anxiety.
Can photographic prints of natural scenery imbue the same positive feelings? Can photos of nature even help soothe the sick?