Andy Goldsworthy

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This paper argues that essential aspects of Andy Goldsworthy's work are the principles of time and change, which are exemplified by his ephemeral sculptures including "Reconstructed Refrozen Icicles" and his "Midsummer Snowballs". The paper suggests that Goldsworthy embraces the fragility of life and change as key elements of his work and that this idea is present in every aspect of his work; from the materials he uses to the short-lived, earthy sculptures he chooses to create.

From the Paper:

"A decade before Andy Goldsworthy several artists were experimenting with the idea of taking art outside of the museum and gallery setting and began to work directly with nature. "These artists were looking for new ways of dealing with nature, and Goldsworthy shares with them concerns with time and space, them ephemeral quality of natural materials, and the nature of their deterioration." In this respect Goldsworthy's sculpture has its roots in modern art's "land art" of the sixties and seventies. However, unlike these artists who wished to create a lasting work of art, Goldsworthy's work is ephemeral. He creates his work with the sole purpose and understanding that it will one day decay and disappear."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Andy Goldsworthy: River and Tides, Working with Time. Dir. Fred Frith. Perf. Andy Goldsworthy. DVD. Mediopolis Films, 2004.
• Arthur Lubow. Who Made a Difference: Andy Goldsworthy, Smithsonian Magazine, http://www.smithsonianmag.com, 2 November 2006.
• Collins, Judith. Introduction to Midsummer snowballs, by Andy Goldsworthy. New York: Harry N. Abrams, Inc., 2001
• Goldsworthy, Andy, Time. New York:Harry N. Abrams, Inc., 2000
• McGe, Kirsty. Useful Sculptures, Resurgence, http://www.resurgence.org/resurgence/articles/mcgee.html, 8 October 2006.

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