Spring is in the air.

ADMIRE
Sandra Cinto
What: The São Paulo-based installation artist unveils her swirly seascape at OSP’s PACCAR Pavillion.
Why: The blue paint and silver paint-pen mural is as humble as it is magnificent.
When: Opens Sat. Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Olympic Sculpture Park, 2901 Western Ave. (206-654-3100). 

TRAVEL
Scenic Washington State
What: A new interactive magazine and online guide makes planning your next road trip easy as pie.
Why: Industry insider-created itineraries cater to both general (food, family, adventure) and specific (back roads, golf travel) interests.
When: Wanderlust strikes.
Where: Online at scenicwa.com.

PAINT
Blindfold Gallery
What: The quaint Olive Way gallery, which opens in conjunction with today’s Capitol Hill Art Walk, will host classes in its third-floor studio.
Why: The opening exhibition features as-yet-unseen work by acclaimed local artist Kimberly Trowbridge.
When: Opening event, today, 6-9 p.m. Regular hours, Wed.-Sat., 1-7 p.m.
Where: 1718 E. Olive Way, ste. a (206-328-5100).

EXPLORE
Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival
What: Learn about (and partake in) Japanese traditions during the annual spring fete.
Why: Taiko drumming, artisan demonstrations, a special tree planting, and a tea ceremony.
When: Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St. (206-684-7200). 

Photo: Courtesy of Seattle Art Museum