“The real poet studies the world as it is: lovely, terrible, sensible,
grotesque; and would ask for no other in its place. Humor is the final sign and
seal of seriousness for it is a proof that reality is held in honor and in
love.” -- Mark van Doren
Guy Johnson
Vermeer with Model,
1986, oil on paper on aluminum
“What’s it all about you ask? Instead, I’ll ask you:
What do you think it’s all about?” --Guy Johnson