With mild palpitations and anxious fingers I read the email and click the attachment - “ Hello Stephanie! I added this artist's work to my collection while at Art Basel in Miami. The paper lifting detail is really impressive. Take a look and contact me with any questions!” I stare in anticipation as the PDF downloads. As the megabytes grow and the circle closes, poised to reveal its secret, I close my eyes and pray, Dear Lord, please let me hate the art, please let me hate the art, please let me … [click] Dammit, I love the art! Instantly I am conflicted as I negotiate with myself to find the pot of gold that will allow me the
pleasure of another acquisition. What stock options can I sell? Do I really need to spend five weeks in France this summer? My daughter doesn’t need to have her senior year of college tuition paid right? I mean she said she needed a break so ... or ... I think I could learn to love top ramen again!
Artwork by Daniel Lai