The International Sand Art Festival at Odisha organised by Sudarshan Patnaik is held in winter every year. This year it was conducted on December 1st to 5th, coinciding with the Konark The International Sand Art Festival 2018 Festival and a handicraft fair at Konark. We could not attend the opening on the 1st of December but were able to reach Chandrabhaga Beach near the Sun Temple on the 4th day for the Sand Art Festival.
We arrived at around 2 in the afternoon when the artists were still hard at work. After taking photos of the 42 entries we decided to kick back and relax at the beach and wait for the sun to set.
We also looked around the handicraft fair and met and talked to the artisans. Sadly we do not have many photos of the fair.
The International Sand Art Festival 2018
About two hours in, two more of our friends arrived and we went back to the vicinity of The International Sand Art Festival 2018 the temple for a really late lunch. Around this time The International Sand Art Festival 2018 crowds were gathering for the viewing as light had begun to fade. We waited an hour for darkness to fall and waded into the crowds to take photos of the finished entries.
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After the work was done we retreated to the Mina Bazaar (trade fair) being held a bit away from the beach. We had plans for watching a Jatra (a night long play starting around midnight) but sadly we had to cancel those plans as all the good seats were sold out.
We then decided that its better to have some dinner and return home so back the temple we went. This happened to be a bad decision as our helmet got stolen. Luckily it wasn’t too valuable as it was already battered a fair bit.
However it was around 10 at night when we finally managed to leave Konark behind. With cold winds blowing through our clothes and chilled faces due to the missing helmet, we managed to get back home at around 11:30 at night.
We would still call this trip a success even with the little bit of trouble we ran into. We also The International Sand Art Festival 2018 hope we keep getting opportunities to cover such events in the future.
P.S. : The winner of the ₹100,000 prize of the Sand Art Festival is Balaji Vora Prasad of Vijaywada, Andhra Pradesh as announced on the last day of the festival.
In a celebration of creativity and craftsmanship, the International Sand Art Festival 2018 mesmerized art enthusiasts and beachgoers alike with its awe-inspiring display of intricate sand sculptures. Set against the backdrop of a picturesque beach, this extraordinary event brought together renowned sand artists from around the world, showcasing their talents and pushing the boundaries of this ephemeral art form. Let’s delve into the enchanting world of sand art and relive the magic of the festival.
The festival took place on the sun-kissed shores of an idyllic beach destination, transforming it into a sandy tapestry of sculpted wonders. As visitors arrived, they were greeted by a symphony of colors and shapes, each sculpture uniquely crafted with immaculate precision and artistic vision. From towering castles and mythical creatures to lifelike portraits and intricate scenes, the sand sculptures exhibited an incredible range of themes and styles. The artists skillfully utilized the natural texture and malleability of sand to fashion intricate details, evoking a sense of wonder and amazement
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Walking amidst these ephemeral masterpieces, there was a palpable sense of admiration and disbelief at the sheer talent displayed. The artists’ ability to transform grains of sand into captivating works of art was truly awe-inspiring. The festival provided a platform for these sand sculptors to share their cultural heritage, tell stories, and convey messages through their art. Each sculpture seemed to whisper narratives of ancient legends, environmental conservation, and poignant emotions, inviting onlookers to immerse themselves in the artistry.
