Whimsy was the NYTimes word of the day this past Saturday.
whimsy · /'hwim-zE, 'wim-/ ·
(noun)1 : WHIM, CAPRICE2 : the quality or state of being whimsical or fanciful 3 : a fanciful or fantastic device, object, or creation especially in writing or art
(noun)1 : WHIM, CAPRICE2 : the quality or state of being whimsical or fanciful 3 : a fanciful or fantastic device, object, or creation especially in writing or art
I love this word and am almost always attracted to art (plays, dance, paintings, songs, etc.) that evoke whimsy. Here are a couple artists - one new to me and the other a long time favorite - who carry whimsy in their work.
{Upcoming exhibition at thinkspace}
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