On Display at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC

This spring, I recommend that you take in the current shows at The National Portrait Gallery -- featuring a portrait of Kevin Spacey as the President -- and the Impressionism show which features Childe Hassam, John Singer Sargent, and other American luminaries such as Mary Cassatt. The Impressionism show is on display at the Smithsonian's American Museum of Art, which is next door to the Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC's Penn Quarter. 

Hello, Kitty, Got a Bad Nose Job!

Dear Imaginary Friends,

In an effort to expand my artistic horizons, I trekked with an artsy friend to the National Portrait Gallery, right here in Washington , DC, to visit the contemporary Asian Artist exhibit. It was very light-hearted and amusing. Here is a sampling, with nods to "Washington Crossing the Delaware":

Washington Meets Japanese Antique Wood Block Prints

Anime'-Inspired

Hello, Kitty Got a Reverse Nose Job, and Glasses

Hello, Kitty: I did not know that you were a painter. Well, obviously the Japanese have great senses of humor, judging by this current show. Check it out!

Your Imaginary Friend,

Patsie