Heidi Leman creates at the intersection of fragility and strength, exploring how materials, form, and emotion intertwine. Her practice moves between abstract sculpture and figurative ceramics, guided by intuition and a deep sensitivity to the tactile qualities of her materials.
Working with paper, reclaimed zinc, and clay, she lets each element reveal its own history — dents, tears, and traces that speak of time and transformation. Her sculptures often feel like fragile shelters, evoking intimacy, protection, and introspection, while her figurative pieces draw on gesture and body language to express the essence of human vulnerability.
For Kortrijk Art Weekend 2025, Heidi’s works refer to images of destruction — whether caused by natural forces or by human intervention. The weathered zinc, as both support and material with its own history, gives the paintings a more sculptural dimension. A fragile visual language unfolds, speaking of vulnerability, transience, and the need for grounding.
