Relationships Between Creativity, Arts-Orientation, and Esthetic-Preference Variables

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Abstract
Previous studies have linked divergent thinking ability with specialization in arts rather than sciences, and with interest in fine arts in particular. To examine the relationships involved, and to test whether these were mediated by more general traits such as intelligence or extraversion, 100 university students (50 females, 50 males) were given a battery of relevant creativity, personality, and esthetic preference tests. A general factor linking creativity and arts-orientation variables was found. These variables were not generally related to the other personality traits studied. Esthetic preference scores were correlated with interest in fine arts, but not with divergent fluency.

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