"The task of the artist is to invent the self that will create the work."
Zoya Niedermann is an internationally recognized sculptor whose expressive bronze works center on the human figure. Her sculptures fuse organic bodily forms with sharp architectural elements such as arches, doors, and columns, reflecting the deep connection between humanity and the urban landscape. Her fascination with metal began in the 1970s and developed into a profound exploration of emotion, posture, and inner experience. Working directly in wax, Niedermann embraces an intuitive and tactile approach before casting her works in bronze. Themes of transformation, vulnerability, and resilience recur throughout her practice.