Visual intelligence education using an art-based intervention: Outcomes evaluation with nursing graduate students

•Visual thinking strategies incorporating fine art are novel methods in nursing curricula.•Intentional visual arts learning interventions increase skills in visual literacy domains.•Observation, intentional language, empathy, and awareness of others’ perceptions may improve.•DNP students demonstrated significantly improved use of objective language post-intervention.•Potential benefits are applicability, versatility, and interprofessional collaboration.