learning something new

A friend and I went to an art show this evening, sponsored by the Fort Wayne Art Guild at, of all places, the library.  Many people know that I think our Allen County library system and especially the downtown library are really quite wonderful.  But somehow, until this evening, I didn't know that the downtown library had a large art gallery space that hosts at least seven shows a year.  I guess I'm always focused on the bookish parts of the building, and of course Dunkin Donuts.  I had a chance to speak briefly to the curator (who knew the library had an art curator?) and she was telling me about the various groups who hold shows there throughout the year.  I will have to pay more attention.  About tonight's show;  I am happy to report that the Fort Wayne Art Guild has many talented members.  There were some truly beautiful paintings on display.  Attendees were invited to vote for one as their favorite and the winner would be awarded a People's Choice award.  We didn't stay long enough to hear who had won but it probably wasn't my choice.  I chose a lovely little watercolor named "Morning Fog"  or maybe it was "Morning Mist."  It was a small, beautifully done painting but not as big and splashy as some of the others.  In case you're wondering, yes, it did make me think about doing some painting but, no, I am not going to pursue that thought.  At least not until I run out of people to weave scarves for.  One art form at a time.