What is earth work art?

Earthwork art, also known as land art or earth art, is a form of artistic expression that utilizes the natural landscape as both the medium and the canvas. Artists create large-scale installations using natural materials such as soil, rocks, and vegetation, often altering the environment to convey a message or evoke a response. Notable examples include Robert Smithson's "Spiral Jetty" and Andy Goldsworthy's natural sculptures. This art form emphasizes the relationship between art, nature, and the environment, often challenging traditional notions of art confined to galleries.