If you think that building a bucket-shaped sandcastle adorned with sea shells is an artistic feat, you should take a look at the works of actual sand artists.
Sand brushing, sculpting, painting and bottling all fall under the umbrella term of sand art – the practice of modeling sand into an artistic form. Just like your own backyard sand castle endeavors, these works of art only require the simple materials of water and sand. But in contrast to what many of us make on the beach, these sculptures are intricate designs that take into account sand texture and the exact amount of water necessary to create sustainable and stunning sculptures.