If the woman or man you’re dating loves art, impress them by suggesting one of the following activities for your next date. It is an opportunity to see them in an environment that brings them joy. Who knows, you might even learn a thing or two about art!

1. Visit the Local Public Art Gallery

Whether you’re looking at a masterpiece by Rembrandt, Emily Carr, or the work of a local artist; art can be a natural topic of conversation. For those not versed in art or painting, don’t worry about using the correct language or terminology. If your date is an art lover, they can teach you. If you want to save some money, check to see if the gallery has free viewing periods.

2. Explore privately owned art galleries

Most cities have a number of art dealers who display art for sale through their gallery. Some may specialize in exhibiting and selling a specific type of art, such as sculptures, paintings, First Nations art, or specific artists. Check if they are open to the public. If not, they may have upcoming events or exhibitions.

3. Public Art Exhibits Tour

Take a look around you: are there sculptures scattered throughout your city? If so, organize a sculpture hunt and visit some of them. Many cities have a sculpture garden or park with a collection of pieces in one area. It’s a great opportunity to walk around and take some photos alongside various pieces of art to document your date.

4. Take an art class

Spend an afternoon learning to paint, draw or throw pottery. If classes aren’t your thing, get a painting or drawing book and try to teach yourself one rainy afternoon. Remember to sign and frame your masterpieces!

5. Finger painting

Relive a moment you probably loved as a kid. All you need is paper, paint, and some rags to clean your hands. Get your hands on the paints and create!

6. Splattered paint

Bring out your inner Jackson Pollack and try paint splatter. If there are no studios set up for that sort of thing, you could improvise. Cover an area of ​​the garage with tarps (floor, walls, and roof); tape a large sheet of paper or secure a stretched canvas to the wall; put on your old clothes or overalls, a hat and goggles; and start throwing some paint on the canvas. Play any music that highlights your creativity.

7. Get a cartoon sketch

In summer there are usually one or two caricaturists installed in the tourist area of ​​the city. Sit back and let them do their thing.

8. Draw the city

Get a pad of paper and a pencil and head out on the town. Try drawing a boat on the dock, a cup of coffee in the cafeteria, or the trees in the park. If your date is a talented cartoonist, just watching them create can be inspiring. At the very least, you can play with an Etch-a-Sketch.

9. Local art school events

Is there a local art school in your city? If so, they will often have at least one art show during the year. It is an opportunity to talk about the young talent of your city.

10. Build rock sculptures

If you live on a seaside or shoreline, you might see a handful of large rocks balanced on a free-standing sculpture. To make your own, get a handful of smaller stones and start stacking them. To make it more difficult, try balancing some of them on their ends.