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Andy Goldsworthy: A Collaboration with Nature Hardcover – September 1, 1990

by Andy Goldsworthy (Author)
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Illustrates outdoor sculptures created with a range of natural materials, including snow, ice, leaves, rock, clay, stones, feathers, and twigs
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  1. Print length
    128 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Abrams
  4. Publication date
    September 1, 1990
  5. Grade level
    8 and up
  6. Reading age
    13 years and up
  7. Dimensions
    11 x 0.75 x 12.5 inches
  8. ISBN-10
    0810933519
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0810933514
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Scottish artist Andy Goldsworthy uses a seemingly infinite array of purely natural materials, from snow and ice to leaves, stone, and twigs in the creation of his one-of-a-kind sculptures. Unlike such artists as Christo and Michael Hiezer, whose works leave definite marks on the landscape, Goldsworthy's approach is to interrupt, shape, or in some other way temporarily alter or work with nature to produce his fragile, mutable pieces. To create "Broken Icicle," for example, Goldsworthy was only able to work on the sculpture in the early morning, when temperatures were below freezing. As with most of his works, ultimately, the materials used to create this piece returned to their natural state, leaving no trace of the artwork's existence save for the stunning photos in this book.

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A new generation of American and European sculptors is receiving critical and commercial attention for rediscovering, in the spirit of Duchamp's Bicycle Wheel (1913), the wealth of forms in everyday life. Variously labeled "New Object," "Metaphoric Object," "Neo-Geo," or "Simulationist," this new sculpture mimics familiar objects from industrial, domestic, and historical sources. [...] Goldsworthy is an extraordinarily innovative British artist who employs a range of natural materials--leaves, bark, twigs, petals, berries, rock, clay, stones, feathers, snow, ice--to create outdoor sculpture that works instinctively in nature. His range of scale is impressive, from grasses and leaves to ice spires and slate stacks. Goldsworthy records his works in the 120 full-color photographs that are the subject of this book. The delicate tensions and balance of his collaborations encourage a sharpened perception of the natural world. Goldsworthy's introduction eloquently explains his working methods and philosophy and convinces the reader that he's doing more than playing the primitive.
- Russell T. Clement, Brigham Young Univ. Lib., Provo, Ut.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Abrams; First Edition (September 1, 1990)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0810933519
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0810933514
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 years and up
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 8 and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.95 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11 x 0.75 x 12.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 229 ratings

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Andy Goldsworthy is a British artist whose permanent works are located throughout the world, in museums, and on private and public lands. He lives in Scotland.

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Customers find the book has beautiful pictures of Andy Goldworthy's work. They find the photography inspiring and accessible. The book is described as a great gift for anyone who loves art. Readers praise Goldworthy's artistic direction as amazing and classic at its finest.

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30 customers mention "Photography"30 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's photography. They find the full-color photos stunning and the quality of the book awesome. The natural constructions are breathtaking in their duality of complexity and simplicity. The dynamic and simple designs show his spirit and make for transformative, uplifting art.

"Andy Goldsworthy books are intertwined with wonderful writings and awesome pictures." Read more

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"...he sees stunningly simple patterns that make for transformative, uplifting art. This book captures so many of his most important works...." Read more

"...His natural constructions are breathtaking in the duality of their complexity and simplicity, and of the causal parallelism of natural and man-made..." Read more

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Customers find the book inspiring and accessible. They appreciate Goldworthy's way of interpreting the world around him. The artist's work brings deep satisfaction to the soul, heart, and spirit.

"...Inspiring beyond belief. Show this to young and old and watch people smile and recapture hopefulness. Art lives and it can change us. Thank You Andy!" Read more

"Andy Goldworthy clearly has an astonishing way of interpreting the world around him...." Read more

"...The work that Goldsworthy creates brings a deep satisfaction to the soul, heart and spirit...." Read more

"He is a genius, so inspiring, he has completely changed the way I experience nature...." Read more

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Customers like the gift value of the book. They mention it's a great gift for anyone who loves art.

"...They also make wonderful gifts, coffee table books, and fundraiser auction items...." Read more

"...Fantastic intro book to get anyone to know Andy and his work. A great gift. Pick up a few for yourself." Read more

"...It would make a great gift for any occasion or age." Read more

"Masterful artwork, great gift for anyone who loves art in the natural world." Read more

3 customers mention "Art direction"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the art direction. They find the artwork classic Andy Goldsworthy at his finest.

"...Mr. Goldsworthy is a truly an amazing artist. Enjoy this book over and over." Read more

"He is a genius, so inspiring, he has completely changed the way I experience nature...." Read more

"This is classic Andy at his finest. A must have for your coffee table, bookshelf or any tucked away corner or your home...." Read more

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Customers like the book's value for money. They say it's a great coffee table book and auction item.

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Stunning Landscape Artist
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Andy Goldsworthy is a sublime genius who causes the viewer to fall in love with Nature over and over again. With the simplistic eye of a child, he sees stunningly simple patterns that make for transformative, uplifting art. This book captures so many of his most important works. This is one of the best art books I have owned and I hope they reprint it soon. Inspiring beyond belief. Show this to young and old and watch people smile and recapture hopefulness. Art lives and it can change us. Thank You Andy!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book
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    Beautiful pictures of the work
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    Andy Goldsworthy is a sublime genius who causes the viewer to fall in love with Nature over and over again. With the simplistic eye of a child, he sees stunningly simple patterns that make for transformative, uplifting art. This book captures so many of his most important works. This is one of the best art books I have owned and I hope they reprint it soon. Inspiring beyond belief. Show this to young and old and watch people smile and recapture hopefulness. Art lives and it can change us. Thank You Andy!
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    Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2023
    Andy Goldsworthy is a sublime genius who causes the viewer to fall in love with Nature over and over again. With the simplistic eye of a child, he sees stunningly simple patterns that make for transformative, uplifting art. This book captures so many of his most important works. This is one of the best art books I have owned and I hope they reprint it soon. Inspiring beyond belief. Show this to young and old and watch people smile and recapture hopefulness. Art lives and it can change us. Thank You Andy!
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  • Dirk Drudgler
    5.0 out of 5 stars My "Trapped on a Desert Island" Magic Book
    Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2017
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    This is one of my favorite books. I first saw it at a friend's house in 1995 and had to drive over 100 miles to find a bookstore which had a copy. I bought two, one for myself and another to gift to a very dear friend. Both of us still reach for the book with incredible frequency.

    I think it is a magic book because I use it like a drug when I'm feeling stressed out or looking for a creative spark. I can browse through its pages quickly or I can stop and admire a single page for a long time. Goldsworthy is a visionary whose grasp of the transient quality of art and nature is unlike that of any artist I've ever seen. His natural constructions are breathtaking in the duality of their complexity and simplicity, and of the causal parallelism of natural and man-made space. There is no synchronicity here, just the beautiful illusion of it.

    Thanks to the internet, I have purchased this book many, many times to give as a gift to only the people whom I have a deep connection with. I have gifted many books over the years, but this is the only one I give people that I absolutely know they look at over and over.

    It's definitely one of my "trapped on a desert island" books. If I was only allowed one, this would probably be it because I would never tire of it. I've paged through it, easily, 1000+ times. I highly recommend it.
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  • Patriot Pen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Accurately described and delivered with meticulous care!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2022
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    Beautiful book in Near Fine Condition (advertised as Very Good)! Delivered by USPS earlier than expected at the opening of the delivery window estimate. Carefully wrapped in paper and taped closed with attention to detail and then placed in a box with protective papers filling all the gaps to preserve pristine cover sleeve during shipping. The book of course is breathtaking, but the customer service and accurate description from Jeff Hersch Books is worth remarking on and I certainly would recommend their business heartily after this initial purchase from them!
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2022
    Beautiful book in Near Fine Condition (advertised as Very Good)! Delivered by USPS earlier than expected at the opening of the delivery window estimate. Carefully wrapped in paper and taped closed with attention to detail and then placed in a box with protective papers filling all the gaps to preserve pristine cover sleeve during shipping. The book of course is breathtaking, but the customer service and accurate description from Jeff Hersch Books is worth remarking on and I certainly would recommend their business heartily after this initial purchase from them!
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  • J. Chilton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiration on every page!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2023
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    I was thrilled to add this book to my library. Goldsworthy at his finest
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Swift delivery
    Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2023
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    Thanks for promt delivery of this beautiful book
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  • Jzika Hoagland
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best Goldsworthy Book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2013
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    As a Goldsworthy lover, I consider this his best all around book. It is a coffee table photo-book of Goldsworthy creations made from leaves, sticks, stones, icicles, snow and more. The photos are surprising and delightful.

    I'm a nature teacher, and these books are great teaching resources; the kids get the idea immediately and spontaneously start making little Goldsworthies. They also make wonderful gifts, coffee table books, and fundraiser auction items. Every well stocked home library should have at least one Goldsworthy book, and believe it, I just found my teenager flipping through this book the other day.

    Hey everybody! We have a new $2 million Goldsworthy art installation at the Saint Louis Art Museum as of June 2013!
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  • JPC
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book
    Reviewed in Canada on October 28, 2023
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    So happy I found a copy of this book.
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  • antoine
    5.0 out of 5 stars Très beau !
    Reviewed in France on June 19, 2019
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    Un autre travail du pape du land-art !
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  • Peter Ulbricht
    5.0 out of 5 stars Andy Goldsworthy, A Collaboration with Nature
    Reviewed in Germany on September 30, 2013
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    Der Zustand des gebrauchten Buches war sehr gut.

    Goldsworthy ist faszinierend, weil er mit Gegenständen aus der Natur die tollsten Dinge anstellt. Seine Kunstwerke sind oft schnell vergänglich - deshalb müssen sie kunstvoll fotografiert werden.Diese Bilder sind eine Augenweide!
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  • Happyface
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic gift for teacher
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 16, 2012
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    I love Andy Goldsworthy, so when I had to find a class gift for a teacher who loves the outdoors I knew this would be a good one to choose. It covers a spectrum of his work rather than focussing on one element alone, and has a dramatic cover that has a great 'wow' factor. Well worth the investment.
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  • Naomi Tweddle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 20, 2022
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    I had looked for this book for a while and was so pleased to find a copy in good condition. Great delivery. I am very pleased with my purchase.
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