# Nature-Shaping Monuments Andy Goldsworthy Creates Art that Develops a Life of its Own By Andrew Robertson | Published 2012-05-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andy-goldsworthy References: [beautifuldecay](http://beautifuldecay.com/2012/05/18/woolly-pocket-presents-andy-goldsworthy/) & [woollypocket](http://www.woollypocket.com/) Andy Goldsworthy turns to nature for inspiration, more specifically the effect that nature has on his artwork after it has been completed. Goldsworthy's sculptures reflect the [natural aesthetics of the world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural) that exists beyond the urban environment. Many projects involve the re-introduction of [nature into a previously uninhabitable area](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-pyramid), taking what was once decrepit and decaying and turning into something vibrant and full of life. This type of art is call Wooly Pocket, the combination of [nature with architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hedge-and-arbour-house) and allowing the nature to shape the surrounding environment over time. Andy Goldsworthy's projects continue to shift and develop a life of their own long after the artist has left his creation to be adopted by and impacted through nature. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Nature-shaping Monuments:** Incorporating natural elements into architectural projects can create a compelling and ever-changing environment. - **Environmental Art:** Environmentally conscious art projects that aim to restore and improve decaying environments can generate interest from both art and environmental enthusiasts alike. - **Sustainable Landscaping:** A growing trend in the landscaping industry is the integration of sustainable practices and designs that work in harmony with nature for a long-lasting and low-maintenance final product. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects can incorporate natural elements into their designs, creating unique and visually appealing structures. - **Art:** The art world is increasingly interested in environmentally conscious art that can spark conversations about nature and our environment. - **Landscaping:** Sustainable landscaping practices are gaining popularity and can help beautify and improve previously neglected environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Outdoor Floral Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptures-at-kew-gardens.md) - [Natural Material-Transformed Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borrowed-earth-collaborative.md) - [Climate-Awareness Soft Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamstones.md) - [Nature-Celebrating Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-predates-man.md) - [Monumental Air Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwagumi-air-scape.md) - [Blooming Clustered Art Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/structural-botany.md) - [Nature-Inspired Artful Garden Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-art-garden.md) - [UK-Based Modern Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relics-in-the-landscape.md) - [Artful Garden Inflatable Spheres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-is-air.md)