What a sandcastle specialist uses to build his masterpieces
A former architect, Lou Gagnon often makes custom tools to sculpt his detailed creations.
Since building simple castles 20 years ago to amuse his daughter, former architect Lou Gagnon has developed his sand sculpting into a distinctive art form with customized tools.
ByCatherine Zuckerman
Photographs ByRebecca Hale
Published July 13, 2021
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