Once again local artist Owen Cavanagh has delighted locals and visitors alike with his sand art. On the morning of Sunday, August 11, Owen carved a stunning sand art installation on Coolum Main Beach below the boardwalk and this time the piece was public thanks to the outstanding Australian Olympic Team and their greatest-ever medal haul at the Paris Games which finished on Sunday. Like most of us, Owen was up at all hours watching the games and cheering on our athletes. “This is a tribute to our Olympians who have done the best ever at the Paris Olympics. “There’s a map of Australia, the Olympic rings, the year and the words the best and thank you,” Owen said. With the stellar performance of our recent team, anticipation for Brisbane 2032 is building. “Brisbane 2032 I can’t wait, and this has just built the excitement,” Owen said. “Can you imagine a day like today – it’s just going to be awesome.” Being a surfer Owen stated that he really enjoyed watching the surfing but found himself watching all the sports. “I loved it all – the diving, the skateboarding – it’s just all been so cool.” Want to see more of Owen’s art, say hi at his gallery located at 53 Quanda Road, Coolum.
