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Simon Beck's Stunning Snow Art Celebrates Impermanence

1/8/2026

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Simon Beck, a former mapmaker, creates temporary art using snow and sand, a practice he has pursued for two decades.
Beck plans intricate designs on paper before spending 12 hours alone in nature with a compass and snowshoes to craft them.
His work includes snowflakes, stars, flowers, and messages such as peace signs.
The art emphasizes impermanence and the beauty of its transient nature.

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Story summary

Simon Beck, a former mapmaker, creates temporary art using snow and sand, a practice he has pursued for two decades.
Beck plans intricate designs on paper before spending 12 hours alone in nature with a compass and snowshoes to craft them.
His work includes snowflakes, stars, flowers, and messages such as peace signs.
The art emphasizes impermanence and the beauty of its transient nature.