Grand Rapids-Muskegon-Holland, MI (1888PressRelease)
August 12, 2008 - Internationally Recognized Master Sand Sculptor, Lucinda Wierenga of “Sandy Feet,” will be part of Petoskey's Festival on the Bay August 15-17 in northern Michigan. Wierenga, who has been creating sand masterpieces since 1987, will create an incredible sand sculpture on the beach of Petoskey’s Bayfront Park, as part of Festival on the Bay.
“We are so pleased Lucinda will be back in Petoskey and part of the festival,” said Petoskey Chamber of Commerce Membership Director Lisa Hoyt. “She was part of the festival in 2006, but unable to be here last year because she was at a competition in Italy. I think people are going to be amazed at her creation.”
Wierenga has participated in sand sculpture contests and festivals around the world. She recently won first place in the 2008 Travel Channel’s “Sandblasters III” competition as part of “Team Trowel and Error.” In 2007 the team took second place in the Sandblasters II competition. Wierenga is based in South Padre Island, TX and author of the book Sandcastles Made Simple. She gives sandcastle lessons, workshops and holds corporate team building exercises. Spectators will be able to see Wierenga in action on Friday. August 15 and Saturday, August 16. Visit www.sandyfeet.com for more information on this talented artist.
In addition to the sandcastle, Festival on the Bay features a line-up of free music entertainment, a children’s area, celebration of the sunset on Little Traverse Bay, competitive events, boat and cruises, arts and crafts show and more. For the complete schedule of weekend activities, visit http://www.petoskeyfestival.com
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