Ice Quote by Andy Goldsworthy

“If I'm going to understand the land, I have to understand the wind, the snow, the rain, the leaves, the ice, and changes in temperature. It just reflects a reality for me.” quote by Andy Goldsworthy — Download Open image

“If I'm going to understand the land, I have to understand the wind, the snow, the rain, the leaves, the ice, and changes in temperature. It just reflects a reality for me.”

Andy Goldsworthy

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