Roger Hiorns

Roger Hiorns is a British contemporary artist born in 1975 in Birmingham, UK. He is best known for his sculptural installations and works that explore the materiality of everyday objects and their cultural significance. Hiorns studied at Goldsmiths College in London and has exhibited his work internationally. His works often involve unconventional materials and processes, such as using chemicals and industrial processes to create sculptural forms. Hiorns has been nominated for several prestigious awards, including the Turner Prize in 2009. His work is held in collections at major museums and galleries, such as Tate Modern in London and the Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris.