Have you ever wondered why the Photo Session Sculpture is so popular? You’re standing right in front of it, and you can see why. The sculpture is a bronze group of four figures posing for a photo. In 1984, the artist J. Seward Johnson, Junior, gifted this bronze artwork to the park. The figures depict three people, with the city as a backdrop, and another bronze statue posing as the photographer.
Imagine you’re one of those figures, posing for your portrait. The city stretches out behind you, the mountains in the distance. You can almost feel the wind in your hair, the sun on your face. The photographer is a little impatient, but he’s also excited to capture the perfect moment.
In the original sculpture, the photographer was actually stolen. The thief was later found in a field in Aldergrove when the photographer was found. He was missing for two years before he was returned to the park. The thief must have been mesmerized by the sculptures, too, right? He just had to take it home for a little while!
When you look around, you can see many other people taking pictures of the sculpture. It’s become a popular spot for tourists and locals alike. After all, who wouldn’t want to have their picture taken with this incredible piece of art? The Photo Session Sculpture is a reminder that even in the most modern of cities, there is always a place for art and beauty.