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Giant Beach Canvases

Andres Amador ‘Warped Fields' Sand Doodles Span up to 500ft

— July 30, 2009 — Art & Design
Andres Amador can be very thankful for cameras—without them, his incredible, giant 'Warped Fields' sand prints and patterns wouldn't last longer than the next tide that rolls in.

To create these enormous masterpieces on the sandy shores of California, the 39-year-old carefully calculates how and where he will create his artwork on a computer. Created with a rake, a big idea, perfect tides and a lot of patience, Andres Amador's Warped Fields can measure up to 500ft by 300ft.

Implications - The intricate beach designs are crafted on a canvas created by nature's elements. Amador's works are perfectly times to ensure the lowest possible tides optimize the amount of space he has to work with. The temporary nature of these works makes them that much more appealing, as in just a few hours, the designs will vanish and leave the beach surface looking untarnished.
Trend Themes
1. Temporary Beach Art - The temporary nature of Andres Amador's giant 'Warped Fields' sand prints and patterns creates a unique and fleeting artistic experience.
2. Calculated Sand Creations - Andres Amador's careful calculations on a computer before creating his beach designs demonstrate the potential for using technology in creating large-scale sand art.
3. Optimized Tidal Timing - Amador's works are perfectly timed to take advantage of the lowest tides, showcasing the potential for precision planning in temporary art installations.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can explore new possibilities of temporary and large-scale art installations with beach sand as a medium.
2. Technology - The technology industry can develop tools and software to assist artists in creating precise and calculated designs for large-scale sand art.
3. Tourism - The tourism industry can promote beach destinations where temporary sand art can be experienced, attracting visitors seeking unique and fleeting artistic experiences.
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