We now know the nominees for the 2006 Webcartoonist Choice Awards. I plan to take an extended perusal tonight and figure out which of the lot I’ll be rooting for.

For the moment, however, I must prepare myself for an experience in “cartoons of culture,” as I’ve been invited to an exhibition at the Walters Art Museum, featuring the work of good ol’ KAL.

My only fear is that the locals will somehow penetrate my veil of disguise and realize I am merely a fan of lowbrow webcomicdom, and I’ll be unceremoniously flung off the premises.

…or rather, I’m afraid it’ll happen before I’ve snagged my share of the free wine and cheese.