Sophie Ryder

Sophie Ryder is a British sculptor best known for her monumental bronze and wire sculptures featuring hybrid human-animal figures, particularly her iconic 'Lady Hare' character. Born in 1963 in London, she studied at the Royal Academy Schools and has exhibited internationally, with her large-scale works appearing in public spaces and major galleries worldwide. Her distinctive mythological and fantastical creatures explore themes of identity, transformation, and the relationship between humans and the natural world.