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Giant Messi portrait carved into a Philippine beach for the World Cup

Al Jazeera Thursday 18 June 2026, 17:30 UTC 1 min read
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Giant Messi portrait carved into a Philippine beach for the World Cup Giant Messi portrait carved into a Philippine beach for the World Cup A Filipino artist has created a giant sand portrait of Lionel Messi on a beach in Tandag, Philippines, ahead of the World Cup. Using sand and virtual reality tools, he produces large-scale artworks in his hometown to showcase his craft before they are washed away by the tide. Published On 18 Jun 2026

Giant Messi portrait carved into a Philippine beach for the World Cup Giant Messi portrait carved into a Philippine beach for the World Cup A Filipino artist has created a giant sand portrait of Lionel Messi on a beach in Tandag, Philippines, ahead of the World Cup. Using sand and virtual reality tools, he produces large-scale artworks in his hometown to showcase his craft before they are washed away by the tide. Published On 18 Jun 2026
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