Sand Sculpture Contest 2021 By Meade Fischer
The 2021 Sand Sculpture Contest, though lightly attended, brought smiles to three young girls who took the Grand Prize with their “Cinderella Coach, Magic Pumpkin”. Usually, a team of adults gets the Grand Prize, but these girls were amazing. It was sad to see the tide wash away their work. Originated by Craig French in 1971 as a part of the Begonia Festival, the Sand Sculpture Contest takes place Saturday, September 24. Sign up (before you start your sculpture) at Capitola Beach starting at 10 am. Judging will begin at 2 noon with award ceremony around 2:30 pm. You must be present to win.
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Sand sculptures are spread along the beach from the Capitola Pier down to the jetty on the other side of the beach – watch out for high tide. Plaques are awarded in five categories: small group, large group, one adult one child, 9-14 and under 8 with one overall Grand Prize Winner. The rules are: Have appropriate subject matter and your building site cannot exceed 20 x 20 feet. All objects used must be natural (not man-made) material found on a beach, ie. seaweed, drift wood, shells, pebbles and feathers. Forms may be used in the construction but must be removed prior to judging. Sculpture tips from Bill Lewis, a.k.a. Santa Cruz Sand: Bring some tools, pour lots of water on the ground, make a pile of sand, add more water, and detail from the top down. If the sand is not cooperating it is probably too dry. Come down and play in the sand – invite neighbors, family and friends to form a team. Build close to the surf, but plan for high tide! For more information about participating in and volunteering for the event, contact event chair Meade Fischer at info@meadefischer.com.
CAPITOLA BEACH FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 24 & 25 – 2022
