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What is Sand Art?
‘For decades if not centuries, beaches around the world have witnessed countless children demonstrating their skills in the art of building sand castles, in every shape and size. Indeed armed with a bucket and spade, most children can put up a sand castle in no time at all. However, building a sand castle is merely one…
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More info on sand art
‘Sand Sculpture - Sand sculptors can produce a huge range of reliefs or statues. Much depends on the content and consistency of the sand used. The more silt and clay that the sand contains, the easier it is to create shapes that don't collapse. This sand is essential for statues and high reliefs. All types of tools and…
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Sand Sculpting Competitions in the United States
Kimmy comes back into the room so Tiffi shares everything that she has found so far. ‘We all know everyone wants to be the best but, if you just focus on the art, every sand sculpting competition is THE BEST! Everyone should go and see these amazing works of art made from just sand and water. Most competitions today have…
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Major Sand Sculpting Events around the World
‘Competition and exhibitions are carried out in many countries of the world. They are mostly exhibitions but in some cases, competitions are included. You can expect to see different kinds and styles of sculptures in festivals and exhibitions. The exhibitions are usually within a country or state but some exhibitions are…
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How to Build a Sand Sculpture
Return phone calls start coming in on Tiffi’s phone. She begins to create a list of who wants to participate. By the time she gets to her last call it looks like everyone is interested. Tiffi tells them all that when she gets a definite day she will get back to them. She tells them to make sure that they have a pail and…
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How to Build a Sand Castle Like a Pro
Kimmy opens her tablet to also search for how to build them. She finds a great article that even shows what supplies they will need to build sand castles. ‘Round up the supplies that the pros use. • Good flat-blade shovel • Large bucket (about 3 to 5 gallons) • Bucket with a hole cut into the bottom • Metal cooking spatula…
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Tips for a Novice to Create Sand Sculptures Like a Pro
‘Summer may be coming to a close as kids are heading back to school; but that doesn’t mean the days at the beach are over. If you find yourself exploring a local beach after the summer season; or live at the beach year-round, here are 4 tips for sand sculptures like the pros make. Make the most of household items - You…
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It’s beach day!
The week goes fast and it’s now Saturday. The girls are so excited and they can’t wait to meet everyone at the beach. Just as they are walking out the front door Tiffi’s phone rings. It’s Yeti calling. “Hey Tiffi, are you on the way over to the beach?” asks Yeti. “I am bringing a bunch of drinks because we’re bound to get…
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Where are the rest of them?
A short time later Olivia and Jean-Luc arrive. “Where’s your brother Jean-Luc,” asks Rancid. “Didn’t he come with you?” Philippe is dragging his feet. Jean-Luc turns around to look for him and finds that he stopped to talk to some people. “Where is everyone?” asks Olivia. “Is this all that could make it here today? Misty…
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What a fun day this was!
What am amazing group of friends! If it wasn’t for all the candy crush games would they ever have met? Would they ever have gotten this close without Elsa’s stories? Time to relax and just chill out. The weather is so perfect! They couldn’t have picked a better day to do the beach. The afternoon is coming to an end. “I’m…
