The 29th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach was once again well attended with a record 82 sculptures entered. Thousands of participants and observers showed up to enjoy a sunny, warm day at the beach.
If you notice any errors in sculpture or artist names, or if you have digital images of the missing photos listed below, please contact us.
2010 Sand Sculpture Award Results
Key:
HM = Honorable Mention
PC = People's Choice Awards
RP = Best Use Of Recycled Plastic
MJ = Maggie Johnston Award for Creative Excellence
Missing and Unidentified Photos
Unfortunately, we had a few issues with the park's camera which resulted in us not being able to take photos of all of the sand sculptures. If you have a photo of any of the sand sculptures listed below or if you know the identity of any of the Unidentified Sculptures, please contact us. Thank you.
Adult/Family Group Entry #02: Thank You to the National Park Service, by Lynn Lozier
Adult/Family Group Entry #03: Day At The Ball Park, by Denise Gudgel
Adult/Family Group Entry #04: Scorpion on a Rock, by Vise Family and Friends
Adult/Family Group Entry #06: Sand Shark, by Deb Richards
Adult/Family Group Entry #07: Octo Mama and Crusty, by the Stern Keller Family
Adult/Family Group Entry #08: Lion King, by Gordon Bryan
Adult/Family Group Entry #09: Mister Sandman Goes Surfing, by the Minor Torres Family
Adult/Family Group Entry #10: Castle of Color, by DePaoli Sultani
Adult/Family Group Entry #11: Fire in the Hole, by Scott Beach
Adult/Family Group Entry #12: Untitled sculpture, by Jordan Hulamn
Adult/Family Group Entry #13: If a Tree Falls, by the Curth, Adler Ivanbrook Families
Adult/Family Group Entry #14: Smart Car(p), by Sakamoto-Begin
Adult/Family Group Entry #15: World in Our Hands, by the Garriot Family
Adult/Family Group Entry #19: Spill Baby Spill, by Jay Smith
Adult/Family Group Entry #21: Octo Mom, by Al Bailey
Adult/Family Group Entry #22: Ocean Treasure, by Jessica Brown
Adult/Family Group Entry #24: If the Shoe Fits, by the Orantes Family
Adult/Family Group Entry #26: Mermade in California, by the Ott Family
Adult/Family Group Entry #27: SS Malarkey, by the Malarkey Family
Adult/Family Group Entry #28: The Change, by Jacob Rowe
Adult/Family Group Entry #31: Drakes Dragon, by Kingdon/Morris
Adult/Family Group Entry #33: Hot Diggity Dog, by Katy Miller
Adult/Family Group Entry #34: Dragon Couch, by Peter Olson
Adult/Family Group Entry #36: Bikini Bottom Village, by the Osfeld Family
Adult/Family Group Entry #38: Untitled sculpture, by Taylor/Monserrat
Adult/Family Group Entry #39: Castle Davis, by the Davis Family
Adult/Family Group Entry #40: Medieval Castle Town, by Page Keller
Adult/Family Group Entry #42: Pizza Night, by Natalie Johnson
Adult/Family Group Entry #43: Frank's Car, by Carter Bissett
Adult/Family Group Entry #44: Jaws of Drake, by Mike Ricchiuto
Adult/Family Group Entry #45: Fish Tank, by Matthew Gilroy
Adult/Family Group Entry #46: Sea Ranch, by Amy Alvarado
Adult/Family Group Entry #48: Spongebob, by David Goray
Adult/Family Group Entry #50: Inspired By Music, by Sara Jones
Adult Single Entry #01: Drip Castle, by Richard Dwan
Adult Single Entry #02: SeaStar, by Marissa Jacobi
Adult Single Entry #03: Sunset Kiss, by Mason Schorer
Children Single Entry #02: Turtle of Joy, by Nicole Garriott
Children Group Entry #09: Untitled sculpture, by Juckas
Children Group Entry #11: Lighthouse, by the Loza Family
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