20150317 - sandscape

Artist Draws Huge 'Sandscape' Patterns On UK Beaches Using Only A Rake

Inspired by the work of sand artist Tony Platt, Chris Howarth, 25, bought himself a rake and headed to his local beach to give it a try

An artist has created mesmerising pattens in the sand of British beaches using a rake - only for them to be washed away when the tide comes in.

Chris Howarth, 25, spends an hour creating the detailed designs by dragging a rake through the sand.
Inspired by the work of sand artist Tony Platt, Chris bought himself a rake and headed to his local beach to give it a try.

Chris says he doesn’t mind that his designs only have a limited time-span.
He said: "I like the idea of creating these pieces and then they just wash away.’
The artist describes his work as ‘temporary graffiti’ and approaches each beach like a blank canvas, placing his rake into the sand and experimenting with lines and swirls until he spots patterns emerging.
He said: ‘I wanted to give something to the public when they are out and about - something totally different on the beach.’
Chris has now been commissioned to create some of his unique artwork for local Cornish businesses, including a law firm from Truro and a Falmouth based festival organiser.


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