Niyamat Mehta is steadily carving her place into the global art scene with a presence that is as refined as it is resolute. Named the “Emerging Artist to Invest In” by Firenze Yes Please, Mehta’s ascent in the contemporary art world is underpinned by a foundation of classical training, cultural depth, and cross-continental influence. Raised in New Delhi and educated internationally, her path to sculpture was shaped by early immersion in the arts and the guidance of devoted mentors who recognised her singular vision from the outset.
Trained under the esteemed pedagogical method of Robert Bodem and later selected as a protégé to Master Sculptor Jason Arkles in Florence, Mehta honed her craft through the sight-size method championed by the Old Masters. Her studies at the Florence Academy of Art further enriched her skillset, embedding in her work the timeless discipline of academic sculpture. This dedication to craft has since translated into a body of work that draws as much from history as it does from personal expression.
Mehta’s sculptures have been showcased across some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including the Palazzo Albrizzi at the 2022 Venice Biennale, alongside names such as Anish Kapoor and Simone Leigh. Her work is deeply interwoven with themes of resilience, identity, and heritage, often merging Western classical techniques with motifs from her Indian roots. The result is a compelling dialogue between tradition and innovation, an artistic language that resonates with collectors and critics alike.
Now dividing her time between New Delhi, London, and Dubai, Mehta continues to create, exhibit, and teach. Her studio, Atelier Della Firenze, based in New Delhi, serves as both a hub for academic sculpture and a haven for artistic education. Whether sculpting in resin and bronze or mentoring the next generation of artists, Mehta remains committed to exploring the intricate balance between form and feeling, craft and story. Through her evolving oeuvre, she continues to sculpt not only materials but a meaningful legacy.
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