I can't edit the materials I work with. My remit is to work with nature as a whole. I find nature as a whole disturbing. Nature can be harsh – difficult and brutal, as well as beautiful. You couldn't walk five minutes from here without coming across something that is dead or decaying.
Andy GoldsworthyThe hardened mass of liquid stones had much stronger qualities than those which had simply torn. The skin remained a recognisable part of the molten stone.
Andy GoldsworthyThe British climate, although it is very wet, it is quite mild in winter. We don't get these severe - generally don't get severe winters.
Andy GoldsworthyI go way beyond just the wood and stone but to the process of growth and farming and the tensions between the two.
Andy GoldsworthyI'm cautious about using fire. It can become theatrical. I am interested in the heat, not the flames.
Andy Goldsworthy