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Artist Profile - Andy Goldsworthy

Are you an avid hiker, naturalist or just like to sit out on in the fresh air? Or do you simply enjoy beautiful sights? Of course, beauty can be found just about anywhere. Because I am lucky to live in a wooded community I am treated to a daily concert of sights and sounds and no day is the same.

As someone who has always enjoyed nature and art I was thrilled to discover the art of Andy Goldsworthy. Although I've known his work since the mid-nineties he never ceases to enchant me. If you don't know who he is, prepare to be amazed. Goldsworthy is a man who enjoys the colors and textures of nature and presents them in a way you likely have never seen before. And, you don't have to be a nature-lover to appreciate his art.

Rowan Leaves & Hole

Goldsworthy is considered a pre-eminent "Earthworks" artist. This trend in art-making was popularized in the 1980s and 90s but still continues today. Artists create temporary artworks in natural surroundings. How they document their art varies quite a bit. Goldsworthy presents his creations in vivid photography.

My favorite works of Goldsworthy showcase his expertise with arranging color, especially when it involves a gradation or creates something you know couldn't be created naturally. Meaning, it is ultimately a human experience. Without further ado here are some of my favorite pieces by Andy Goldsworthy.

Photo Source: VisualMelt.com

Photo Source: VisualMelt.com
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Photo Source: Bored Panda


Photo Source: Bored Panda

There are several books on the work of Andy Goldsworthy. I believe the best of the lot is Andy Goldsworthy: A Collaboration with Nature. While it was published almost 30 years ago it is still a beautiful book and well worth a look.

Book available at Amazon.com and most major book retailers.
If you'd like to see Goldworthy's work in action a wonderful DVD is available entitled Andy Goldsworthy's Rivers & Tides.
Available New and Used on Amazon.com.


 There are many, may more artworks created by Andy Goldsworthy. If you want to see more just Google his name and enjoy the show!




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