Sherrie Levine says
"...a lot of artists have made the last painting ever to be made. It's a no-man's land that a lot of us enjoy moving around in, and the thing is not to lose your sense of humor, because it's only art."
Like Ben said, "Listen y'all, Art History is important shit".
Also, progress on the work is forthcoming. I'm making some decisions that will help to shape the whole deal. As if anyone reads this anyway.