Sand Castle treat

Reporter:  Marg Werner

Big thanks to Tony for suggesting a visit to Romsey to view the sand sculptures at Cope Williams Winery. On exhibit is the amazing expertise of a group of international sculptors who travel across the world sculpting sand, ice or snow.
​Fi, Norm, Dave and I spent an hour wandering the various forms of sand with Leo, the tour guide and co-owner, giving great explanation and background.  Leo personally works with the eight international artists that have created the wonderful sculptures.  He has another eight ready to add to this permanent exhibition if sufficient interest enthuses the governing council.

​The giant sculptures are made from bricky sand from Listerfield and carved from the top down.
​A light lunch on the terrace overlooking the protective domes brought more information as we sat with Leo's partner, Rosie.  Apparently Cope-Williams has bequeathed this fabulous property to an Art & Music Foundation with this exhibition the first part of their development.   The hope is that it might become permanent with the opportunity for teaching and sand therapy for  children in the future.

The domes give protection from the weather. Unlike Frankston there is no pub across the road so these will survive.

Look familiar. A Czech artist depicting Australia and music and connecting to the indigenous culture. Faces are outline in Romsey mud.

The intricate detail and techniques are demonstrated in this one.

​I recommend  visit to this beautiful area at Glenfern Rd Romsey.  I hope you enjoy the photos.