Art - The New Black

I went to the Outlaw Group Art Show last night at the White Box on Broome Street. It was mobbed. I had to wait on line for a bit but it was well worth it. You were greeted with a glass of bubbly when you first came into the space and pushed into the crowd. We all know that I love a little bubbly, so I knew I was off to a good start. The artwork is fabulous, created by a number of talented upstart artists, who were in attendance and looking excited and hopeful.

There are a number of things that I am determined to do this year and keeping true to my word and experiencing everything that I can are just two. My friend Paul has art in this show and I said was going and I went. First I stopped in Chinatown to buy fish and meat and ended up with a bag weighing at least 25lbs. Lugging that thing around with the veins bulging out of my neck was not fun but the bubbly did put me in a better frame of mind. Did I mention that I am sadly out of shape and desperately need to exercise? It is on the long list of to-dos.

What I loved about going to this show is the level of excitement that was pulsating all around me. I didn't know anyone and never found Paul but it didn't matter. Everyone was smiling and open-eyed and supportive of the artists that were showing. Here is the thing, I don't have any issues doing things by myself but I know a lot of people do and I guess it can be a little scary venturing out on your own. Trust me when I tell you, that you have nothing to worry about and here is a little secret; when you are on your own, you can completely absorb everything without interference. It can be quite liberating.

On the other hand, hanging out with friends new and old while you enhance your cultural palette is very, very nice too. I have re-started my museum club and dubbed it, The Adventurers Museum Club. Check it out on Facebook and become a member. Look in Docs for how it works. Our first outing is on January 27th and we are going to The Museum of Sex. Whooo Hoooo. http://www.facebook.com/groups/327272357297746

I've already gotten word that people I have never met are coming and they are very excited. Let the adventure begin.