Sand Sculptures

Sand sculptures are artworks made from sand and water that are shaped by hand. Artists often make them on beaches, and they usually last only a few days.

Some festivals feature enormous sand castles.

Artists use buckets, spades and special tools to carve towers, castles and animals. The sand must be wet enough to hold its shape, but not so wet that it falls apart.

Sand sculpture festivals are held on beaches around the world. Competitors create huge and detailed designs that last for days or weeks until the tide or wind washes them away.