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Let’s build a sandcastle!
The summer is slowing coming to an end. Kimmy is still in Candy Town and she is enjoying seeing everyone. She loved creating the totem poles. She couldn’t believe that she was actually able to keep up with her sister’s energy level! Her plans include spending another week here so she hopes that they can all get together…
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History of Sandcastles and Sand Sculpting
Tiffi decides to check out the history of sand castles because she loves learning the history of these things. Aha! She thinks that she might have found a good article to read. ‘Every one of us who went to the beach as a kid probably brought a toy pail and shovel to play with the sand. The first thing that comes to mind is…
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Modern sand sculpting
‘The 20th century saw a tremendous increase in the popularity of the art of sand sculpting. Sand sculptures were built around beachside resorts. More so, competitions were often held which resulted in a dramatic increase of the level of art created. These competitions started offering nice prices which attracted across the…
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What is sand sculpting?
Tiffi is unsure exactly what sand sculpting is so she looks for some pictures and more articles. ‘Sand sculpting is an art form which uses sand as its primary and only material to create pieces of art. Only fresh (tap) water or salt (sea) water may be used to compact the sand and give the sand its required hardness. The…
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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…
