Whistler in Paris - Visited the Freer Gallery of Art yesterday, riding the Rans V-Rex. Don't usually ride one of the more expensive bikes downtown, but security is pretty tight around “Tourist Washington”, the area along the Mall, so I decided to take the chance. I usually pack two locks for downtown, the Kryptonite U-lock and another one for extra measure.

One of the exhibitions at the Freer is Whistler in Paris which is a typically small print show that the Freer often displays in the basement along a long hallway. The show contained mostly lithographs which were well done, although I enjoy Whistler's etchings more. Seeing his work inspired me to execute a small drawing of the Reston Town Center.

As I walked through the National Gallery gift shop, I stopped by the bargin bin that often contains some treasures. There was a copy of Palaces in the Night: Whistler in Venice for under $10 that I snapped up. I'm trying to tame my book habit but it's difficult.