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Kenrick Smith of Papamoa, who is bringing his Sand Art classes to Ōrewa this weekend, says drawing in the sand, using a rake, is not just about creating a beautiful pattern.
The former photographer and teacher of at-risk youth began making art on the sand during lockdown.
He has ADHD and says it was a way to keep busy, but when he combined breathing and mindfulness it made him feel calm as well as creative.
“The art was one thing, but I realised in the times we’re in that mindfulness is what people really need,” he says.
He calls his classes ‘Rake Healing’ as a fun reference to another form of healing – reiki.
This weekend, Arundel Reserve, at the northern end of Ōrewa Beach will be the canvas for his Rake Healing Sand Art class.
The two hour class is open to all ages and is on Saturday, March 11, at 3.30pm and costs $40 for U14, $80 for adults.
Info and bookings: www.rakehealing.com or https://events.humanitix.com/auckland-orewa-beach-sand
