andy goldsworthy is an environmental sculptor who uses the natural surroundings for his artistic creations. His artwork strengthens the relationship between nature and human existence.
"at its most successful, my 'touch' looks into the heart of nature; most days i don't even get close. these things are all part of a transient process that i cannot understand unless my touch is also transient - only in this way can the cycle remain unbroken and the process be complete."
born in 1956 in chesire, he studied at bradford art college and preston polytechnic. now maintaining residency in the scottish countryside, he has for years been exploring the world and experimenting with its alternating climate & varying geographical landscape. his materials are drawn from nature . . . leaves, grasses, stones, wood, sand, clay, ice, snow . . . creating without any preconceived idea. for an enlightening insight into andy goldsworthy and his art, the documentary Rivers and Tides working with time will mesmerize your senses.
born in 1956 in chesire, he studied at bradford art college and preston polytechnic. now maintaining residency in the scottish countryside, he has for years been exploring the world and experimenting with its alternating climate & varying geographical landscape. his materials are drawn from nature . . . leaves, grasses, stones, wood, sand, clay, ice, snow . . . creating without any preconceived idea. for an enlightening insight into andy goldsworthy and his art, the documentary Rivers and Tides working with time will mesmerize your senses.
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