Olympic Sculpture Park

Springtime in Seattle can bring a mixed bag of rain, sunshine, clouds, or a combination of all three within minutes. If you are looking for a fun date, but the the weather outside is looking indecisive, try visiting the Olympic Sculpture Park, located right next to downtown Seattle on the waterfront. Open 365 days a year, the park is operated under the direction of the Seattle Art Museum. There are nine acres of open lawn and walkways filled with fun and interesting art pieces to enjoy. As Seattle's last piece of undeveloped waterfront, the park was finally turned into an art exhibit in 1999 by the Seattle Art Museum. A full list of park hours can be viewed online at www.seattleartmuseum.org/visit/osp. The best thing about this date is that it's free! If you want to make a picnic lunch out of it, bring along a cooler full of goodies, or grab some treats at nearby Pike Place.

What makes this waterfront getaway so great is all the art to explore, and if you're a photographer, you will definitely enjoy making this a fun, out-of-the-ordinary date for the two of you. Whether you're a photography geek, or just looking for something different to do, pictures are fun to take, not to mention a great reminder of good times with your sweetheart. Many couples take their wedding photos or engagement photos among the sculptures at the park, however this can also make for a fun casual date as well. Either sun or rain will create a great atmosphere for creative photography, and if it rains just bring along an umbrella to keep you dry and add a touch of whimsy to your pictures for the two of you to look back on.


What to Wear:
Ladies
Be sure to dress according to the weather, since you will be outside. But keep your wardrobe fresh and fun, you want to wear something that will look artsy and stand out in photographs. If the sun is shining, wear a fun, springy floral print like the dress on the right with some canvas oxfords. Accessorize minimally, and leave your purse at home, you won't need much to carry around with you walking around the park and taking pictures. If it is raining outside, wear some skinny jeans tucked into boots, with a bright tank and distressed blazer for a grungier, rainy day look.

Guys
We love this look channeled by indie cutie Jim Sturgess. You want to be able to stay comfortable and casual, but still look sharp. Pair a classic plaid shirt with a leather motorcycle jacket and some nicer, dark wash jeans. Some casual shoes like TOMS will complete the look and keep you comfortable while looking great!