Simon Beck's artful journey through snow

Simon Beck, a snow artist, shares his journey of creating intricate snow drawings. He explains the physical demands of his art, equating it to a long day's walk, and describes the planning process similar to orienteering. Beck highlights the uniqueness of his work, as he is one of the few people in the world practicing this art form.

What activity has Simon Beck been doing for thousands of years?

• Building snowmen

• Sculpting ice

• Drawing in the snow

• Painting on canvas

How many steps does Simon Beck estimate he takes in an hour while creating snow drawings?

• 8,000 steps

• 10,000 steps

• 2,000 steps

• 5,000 steps

What is the equivalent physical activity to creating a large snow drawing?

• Cycling for 30 miles

• Swimming for an hour

• Running a marathon

• A long day's walk in the hills

What does Simon Beck compare his snow drawing process to?

• An orienteering map

• A painting class

• A treasure hunt

• A dance routine

What is the initial step in Simon Beck's snow drawing process?

• Drawing on paper or in the mind

• Choosing the right snow

• Warming up with exercises

• Gathering tools