Janel Hawkins runs the sand sculpting company, Sand Castle University, where she designs intricate beachside creations Tabitha Parent is a writer at PEOPLE covering entertainment and culture. She ...

Unfortunately, sand sculpture enthusiasts will have to wait until 2025 for the next competition. This year’s event, originally scheduled for Aug. 3, was canceled due to “logistical challenges and a ...

As professional sand sculptor Lucinda Wierenga was at work on her 8-foot-tall, instrument-themed sand castle, a kid came by and called it the “House of Rock,” which is how the award-winning sand ...

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