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https://Art2Life.com - Art can manifest in countless ways, from traditional canvas paintings to more unconventional forms like intricate snow patterns. British artist Simon Beck uses only his feet and a compass to create breathtaking patterns on snow-covered landscapes, primarily near his home at the Les Arts Ski Resort near Mont Blanc in France.
Simon shares his unusual journey from competitive orienteering and map-making to becoming a pioneer of snow art. Join us as Simon shares insights into his creative process, the physical demands of his work, and the awe-inspiring interplay between nature and art.
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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…
(0:00) Creating snow drawings mirrors reverse map-making
(04:04) The transition from competitive orienteering to snow drawing as a main source of income
(07:16) Prioritizing making art near home first to photograph the drawing before others ski
(11:35) Shadows on snow look darker or lighter depending on the sun's position and time of day
(12:57) Drawing requires focus in the first 1.5 hours, the Simon listens to music
(18:14) Fractals balance lightness, strength, and space
(19:56) Measurement is key, but the design relies on judgment
(30:57) Why not too many people watch Simon work
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RESOURCES MENTIONED
Les Arcs Ski Resort: https://www.seelesarcs.com/
Professor Brian Cox: https://apolloschildren.com/
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CONNECT WITH SIMON BECK
Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonbeck_snowart/
Simon’s Snow Art: https://www.abebooks.com/Snow-art-Beck-Simon-EDIT-MILON/31548161892/bd
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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:
Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/
Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/
Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/
Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en
Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life
#Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
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https://Art2Life.com - Art can manifest in countless ways, from traditional canvas paintings to more unconventional forms like intricate snow patterns. British artist Simon Beck uses only his feet and a compass to create breathtaking patterns on snow-covered landscapes, primarily near his home at the Les Arts Ski Resort near Mont Blanc in France.
Simon shares his unusual journey from competitive orienteering and map-making to becoming a pioneer of snow art. Join us as Simon shares insights into his creative process, the physical demands of his work, and the awe-inspiring interplay between nature and art.
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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…
(0:00) Creating snow drawings mirrors reverse map-making
(04:04) The transition from competitive orienteering to snow drawing as a main source of income
(07:16) Prioritizing making art near home first to photograph the drawing before others ski
(11:35) Shadows on snow look darker or lighter depending on the sun's position and time of day
(12:57) Drawing requires focus in the first 1.5 hours, the Simon listens to music
(18:14) Fractals balance lightness, strength, and space
(19:56) Measurement is key, but the design relies on judgment
(30:57) Why not too many people watch Simon work
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RESOURCES MENTIONED
Les Arcs Ski Resort: https://www.seelesarcs.com/
Professor Brian Cox: https://apolloschildren.com/
=================================
CONNECT WITH SIMON BECK
Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonbeck_snowart/
Simon’s Snow Art: https://www.abebooks.com/Snow-art-Beck-Simon-EDIT-MILON/31548161892/bd
=============================
CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:
Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/
Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/
Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/
Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en
Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life
#Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
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