Kiki Smith is a renowned American artist known for her unique explorations of the human body, feminist themes, and mythology. Born in 1954 in Nuremberg, Germany, Smith comes from a family of artists, including her father, Tony Smith. She gained recognition in the 1980s for her provocative sculptures, drawings, and installations that challenge conventional notions of the female experience. Smith's work often incorporates themes of life, death, and the natural world, with a focus on the fragility and resilience of the human form. Through her art, Smith continues to push boundaries and inspire conversation around gender, identity, and the human condition.