Weekend in Review..Photo Journal

Our guest post photographer, Julie, was crazy busy last weekend out and about around the harbor.  She visited the Push Rods in the rain and even made it out to the Sand and Sawdust festival, (a true harborite plays in the rain). 

Acres of sand coupled with unlimited imagination came together this weekend at the Five Star Dealership’s Sand and Sawdust festival in Ocean Shores. Hesitant to make the drive with gray clouds hovering overhead, we noticed a break in the weather and decided to go check out the sand sculpting contest. 

Gloomy skies failed to dim the spirits of either the competitors or spectators and I was pleasantly surprised to be greeted with such large crowds. From Sponge-Bob to household pets, non-descript sand was turned into fanciful creatures, designs, and shapes.  All formed from the imagination and talent of the sculptors under typical Ocean Shores skies.  You could sense the tension building in the air as the final countdown began and the final touches emerged from the sand. This was a great event for all ages filled with fun, excitement, and pride…already looking forward to next year’s event!

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When I saw that rain drops had stopped falling from the sky late Saturday morning I jumped at the opportunity to grab my camera and head over to the Pushrods event in Hoquiam. In spite of the dreary weather the cars managed to shine brightly under gray skies.

I’ve always loved how classic cars remind me of a simpler time that I missed out on and often find myself longing for. Pools of raindrops bubbling upon the freshly waxed surfaces of these old beauties made for some fun, artistic photos as I found myself drawn to the smaller details of these great showpieces. 

The culmination of the event took place outside of the D & R Theatre while The Ventures performed inside. (Another big shout-out to John Yonich for his fabulous renovation of the theatre!)  The cars showcased outside invited viewers and participants back to an era that personified a simpler, more care-free world. What an enjoyable way to end the day. 

Pictures from the event can be found under the “Events” category on my website at http://www.JulieRajcichDesigns.com/ and are available for purchase by clicking the “Client Albums” link.  We can also be found on Facebook – Julie Rajcich Designs, http://www.facebook.com/JulieRajcichDesigns
If you know of any special events coming up let us know at julierajcich@gmail.com and we’ll try to fit it into our summer tour of Grays Harbor.