Did you ever see something in a shop that you loved, but for whatever reason, you walked away, thinking you would mull it over, and then go back, only to find it sold? And then kick yourself, thinking shoulda, woulda, coulda? This is exactly what happened to me this past week, with a whimsical and amusing painting currently showing at Argyle Fine Art.

For close to two years now, Argyle Fine Art has provided pedestrians on Barrington St a fantastic opportunity to take in the artistic creations of some of our best homegrown talent. There is two levels of carefully chosen paintings, jewelry, folk art, and mixed media pieces. Argyle Fine Art offers Haligonians an ever changing mixture of imaginative and beautiful work with which to adorn your space.

New shows open every three weeks to a month, and the Gallery showcases both up and coming artists, as well as favorite established ones like Shelly Mitchell, Twila Robar-Decoste, and Mark Brennan. If you are looking at a piece, and feel like you need a bit of time before making the commitment, Argyle offers a lease-to-purchase program, tailored to fit your budget. This is a great way to make original, one of a kind artwork affordable and accessible. Friendly staff are on hand to answer all your questions, and lead you through the process of a joyous art buy!

I highly recommend a visit to this gallery, if not to buy, at least to appreciate the treasures they showcase. Perhaps I should have heeded my own advice, if I had, the painting I loved would have been adorning my walls right now. He who hesitates.....