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take me thereThe Making of Festive Sand Art
Day eight of Bluey’s Christmas Countdown unveils a life-sized sculpture of the Heelers – made of sand!
Christmas meets the coastline this year. Set in Townsville, Australia, the talented team at Sandstorm Events came together to meticulously construct a Christmas-themed sand sculpture of the Heelers.
Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how the festive sand sculpture came to life!
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The idea
Christmas done, Aussie style! Inspired by the scene of the Heeler family gathered around the Christmas tree, the sculpture features festive items, such as the presents, stockings, and wreath.
The Tools
Sizing, sculpting, shaping – several tools were needed in this process to ensure a smooth result. The making of a sculpture of this scale is as much about artistry as it is about technical skill.
The build
Section by section, the team worked together to build each component – turning an idea on paper into a life-sized spectacle.