Meet The Founder of SCU
Janel Hawkins (she/her)
Owner & Master Sand Sculptor
Sign: Leo
Favorite Color: Turquoise
Favorite Animal: Tortoise
There are no mistakes, just happy accidents! -Bob Ross
Janel Hawkins, Gulf Shores local, Master Sculptor and Founder of Sand Castle University is raising the bar for sand castles. Janel's love of the nature of the Gulf Coast is shown through her art. The awe inducing sand sculptures redefine what is possible in this unique, and yet temporary medium. Her creations dot our beaches, bringing joy to those lucky enough to stumble upon them before they disappear forever.
Our Team
Anita Spicer (she/her)
Administrative Specialist
Sign: Virgo
Favorite Color: Red
Favorite Animal: Cat
It's never too late to try something new.
Katelyn (she/her)
Instructor - Photographer - Sand Sculptor
Sign: Aries
Favorite Color: Yellow
Favorite Animal: Cat
I am you, as you are me.
Ab (she/her)
Master Sculptor
Sign: Leo
Favorite Color: Orange
Favorite Animal: Octopus
Patrick (he/him)
Instructor
Sign: Cancer
Favorite Color: Purple
Favorite Animal: Platypus
Carpe Diem, Seize the Day.
Breanna (she/her
Instructor
Sign: Pisces
Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite Animal: Cat
Have Courage and Be Kind! - Cinderella
Tammy (she/her)
Instructor
Sign: Sagittarius
Favorite Color: Red
Favorite Animal: Bear
Be Kind and Have Courage!