Design and research of an interactive oil painting virtual reality game

In this study, we explore the integration of emotional expression in oil paintings with virtual reality (VR) technology, focusing on enhancing audience art experiences through enriched virtual interactions. Vincent van Gogh's "La Mousmé" serves as our subject of investigation, where VR technology is used to simulate emotional and environmental interactions depicted in the oil painting, aiming to offer a novel mode of art appreciation. The objective of this research is to expand the expressive potential of traditional oil paintings through technological means, enabling audiences to directly interact with artworks in virtual environments to gain deeper insights into the artist's emotions and creative intent. By integrating visual, auditory, and even tactile elements into the virtual experience, this project not only enhances the emotive power of oil paintings but also provides an innovative tool for art appreciation, facilitating a better understanding and appreciation of oil painting culture among audiences. Furthermore, by constructing a virtual space that simulates the artist's creative process, audiences can freely explore and experience every step from initial sketches to the completed work, gaining profound insights into the complexity and allure of artistic creation. This paper aims to provide new perspectives and practical approaches for the digital inheritance and innovation of oil painting art through the application of these technologies.