The 11th Annual Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Competition is happening this week. A dozen or so renowned sand sculptors from New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Ohio, Texas, Massachusetts, Ontario, Quebec, and the Netherlands competed for cash and fun. Each competitor is provided 10 tons of sand (trucked in to ensure it has the correct balance of sand and silt). The competition is a timed event and each person has 21 hours over three days to complete his/her sculpture.
On a cold, cloudy, showery, New England Summer day, fascinated beach-goers and fans were spellbound by the artistry evident in these creations.
The sculptor finishing the base.
Fixing last minute details. The logos are local business sponsors of the event.
The mottling on top of the sleeping baby was caused by a torrential downpour from a thunderstorm that went through a few hours ago. (Yes - he slept right through it.)
Extraordinary detail is visible in this nature scene as the sculptor makes final touches.
There was a old woman who lived in a shoe.............
Wow these are absolutely fantastic sand sculptures! Is it always held on the same day every year, I'd love to add it to our trip planning site.
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