Yes — and we mean it.

If you have sand from a place that feels like it belongs in the collection, we would genuinely like to hear from you. A location with personal significance. A place that rarely appears on maps. Sand from somewhere extraordinary that you happened to pass through.

Before collecting, please check the local rules. Sand collection is restricted or prohibited in many places — protected beaches, nature reserves, geological sites. When in doubt, contact the local environmental or governmental office.

If you are sending sand, please include:

• The precise location — GPS coordinates, address, or clear description. Unlabelled sand cannot be used.
• if avaliable – a photo of the place. If you or the person collecting is in the photo, even better.
• Any personal connection to the location or reason you chose it.

Pack the sand in a double ziplock bag or small plastic bottle and mark the envelope or box: Mineral samples — no commercial value

Get in touch at hello@ouaw.se and we will send you a shipping address.

Sand that arrives may be featured on Sand Origins or social media. It may also find its way into future pieces.