And actually, if you are really ready to move on (and I use move on to mean dating), his art and his books really wouldn't matter
So true
Being friends is just a term. My H wanted us to be friends to, it helps them with their guilt. They don`t want us to hate them. Do be friendly and cordial, that`s all you need to do. No fighting or harsh words, you don`t have to hang out with him or include him in your GAL.
It is fun to flirt, but make sure your ready before you date. It`s not fair to bring an innocent bystander into your mess. It will only cause more of a mess.