Artist Simon Beck uses a unique canvas for his masterpieces. The blank slates of snow-covered landscapes are artistically patterned by his snowshoe footprints. Unlike Sonja Hinrichsen, who has similarly created swirling indents in the snow, Simon Beck makes his artworks on his own without the help of volunteers.
Spending days along the frozen lakes of Savoie, France, Simon Beck's sprawling artwork is typically the size of three soccer fields. Taking on stunning geometric shapes, the artist began creating them for a workout. He says, "The main reason for making them was because I can no longer run properly due to problems with my feet, so plodding about on level snow is the least painful way of getting exercise."
Simon Beck is based in London, England.
What's Driving This Trend
- Snowshoe-patterned Art
- Using snowshoe footprints to create intricate patterns in snow-covered landscapes.
- Geometric Snow Art
- Creating sprawling and elaborate geometric shapes on snow-covered surfaces.
- Artistic Workout
- Using the creation of snow art as a way to get exercise and stay active.
Who This Affects Most
- Art and Design
- Opportunity for artists to explore innovative and unique mediums for their artwork.
- Fitness and Recreation
- Integration of creativity and physical activity for new fitness experiences or workout routines.
- Tourism and Travel
- Snowshoe-patterned art as a draw for tourists in snowy regions and destinations.
