This Christmas I’ve been reading a book about Andy Goldsworthy’s work.
Andy Goldsworthy’s Holes Sculptures
Andy’s sculptures
holes of
nothingness.
Sculpted holes
sculpted in slate
stone, brick, leaves.
Holes
sculpted
ephemeral holes
producing an indelible memory.
Even a glimpse of
nothingness
I’ve been fascinated by his sculptures for many years. He uses stones, pebbles, wood, leaves etc. found walking in the countryside and by the sea. He too moved to Dumfries and Galloway and much of his inspiration comes from places within walking distance of his home.This afternoon we were walking along the coast near the Isle of Whithorn – for me the source of so much poetry. I think I’ve commented before on the fact that although we’ve travelled to many other places, most of my work has been inspired by this corner of south-west Scotland.
With a coastline like this
where we can walk for hours without seeing another person; it’s a constant source of inspiration and a place that lifts the spirits no matter what the weather.
A Sense of Being
A sense of oneness,
after a search for meaning.
A sense of fullness,
when the mind is empty.
A sense of being,
when time stands still.
Life's a Beach 