Waterford artist unveils beach sculpture to encourage public to explore Ireland this summer

"I’ve been creating environmental artwork for many years, but after such a long time under restrictions it was wonderful to get out on my local beach again and do what I love."

As tourism and hospitality businesses across Ireland begin to reopen, one artist draws a line in the sand after Ireland's pandemic year.  Picture: aerial.ie via Andres Poveda Photography

What's 120ft in height and wider than Dublin's Liberty Hall is tall? Sean Corcoran, a Waterford environmental artist who creates sand sculptures all across Ireland might be able to tell you. 

Measuring 200ft wide, this eye-catching sand artwork in Kilmurrin Cove in Co. Waterford was created by Mr Corcoran to rally the public to explore every corner of the country this summer as tourism returns.