C&T Publications Eye on Fine Art Photography - June 2014 | Page 75

How to Build a Super
Sand Castle
By Joey

Coleman

Building a sandcastle can be a super fun activity for the
entire family, and can save you money too! Instead of
renting those expensive waverunners, why not spend a
few dollars on a bucket and shovel and have great
memories building a sandcastle.

Building sandcastles are fun and need very few materials to build. Materials you will need are a bucket (or buckets of different
sizes), shovel, water, and plastic knives and spoons are always handy, a spray bottle to keep your creation moist, and of course sand!
Water is an essential element in building a sandcastle, and the more the better. The water acts like a 'glue' to keep your sand together
and hold the shape you want. When looking for the perfect spot to build your sandcastle, look for spots that are very sandy, but not
too close to the water. You don't want your masterpiece to be taken away with the tide. Some people like to draw out a design of how
they want their sandcastle to look. You can draw your design on paper or in the sand.
Start by making large piles of sand around where you are going to build your sandcastle. To make your perfect foundation for your
sandcastle masterpiece