Art Attack

I call Gallery 31 Fifty a traveling gallery. I don't have a permanent spot, rather I set up here and there depending on my objective and permission. 3150 C street is my favorite spot and gratefully, the powers that be readily allow me to set up camp when I ask.

The best part about being a traveling gallery is the unexpected sight of art. We expect it galleries but not in the daily path of life. People will enter a building or other gathering spot and suddenly stop at the art scene laid out before them. I love to see them forget their errand or appointment and start slowing walking, pondering through the paintings. I call it an 'art attack'.

The above photo recently gave me an 'art attack'. I was in the midst of my day, busy with my to-do list when I walked past this mud puddle in my driveway. The wind was gently swirling the birch pollen into these fantastic marbled patterns. I ran in to grab my camera only to find the image completely changed when I returned. I was quite mesmerized for some time, waiting for the breeze to create a new piece of art.

Let's all remember, to-do list have a habit of always waiting for you. My scissors, tape and car keys always wander off but my ever faithful to-do list is there waiting for my return. So next time you have an 'art attack' stop, take time to ponder and enjoy. Don't worry about taking that time out. The ever growing list will always be there.