Andy Goldsworthy is an artist of nature. He creates sculpture from materials he finds outside, such as driftwood, stones or flowers. His work is amazing. Before the tide comes in, along a river bed, as it rains, or even as the seasons change, Andy’s work changes as nature takes its course, and he alters the look of each of his artistic pieces. He always takes photos to show how his work evolves. You will watch as a leaf snake travels down a river, the tide overtakes a cone-shaped statue he makes out of stones, the sun changes the look of his art on land, and like a river, the wall of stone he creates weaves in and out around the trees. Goldsworthy also describes his thoughts and reasons for the art.

The film also looks into life and family of this creative man and how he uses the materials around him in the process of creating his art. You’ll be drawn in to the fascination of one man’s imagination as it comes to life and then changes direction, as well as the thought process he goes through regarding his art and the peace he finds in his solitude when he works.

This documentary is a lesson in family, patience, creativity and nature. Join Andy Goldsworthy and captivate your senses with this film all about his amazing art work. The Dove Foundation awards “Rivers and Tides” the Family Approved Seal for ages 12 and up.