Boulders Quote by Andy Goldsworthy

“There are occasions when I have moved boulders, but I'm reluctant to, especially ones that have been rooted in a place for many years.” quote by Andy Goldsworthy — Download Open image

“There are occasions when I have moved boulders, but I'm reluctant to, especially ones that have been rooted in a place for many years.”

Andy Goldsworthy

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