Christoph Niemann

Christoph Niemann is an artist, author, and animator known for his captivating and innovative work. His artistry is regularly featured on the covers of prestigious publications such as The New Yorker, National Geographic, and The New York Times Magazine. Niemann's talent has been recognized through various museum retrospectives and collaborations with renowned organizations including Hermés, Google, LAMY, and The Museum of Modern Art.

Notably, Niemann has pushed the boundaries of visual storytelling by creating The New Yorker's first Augmented Reality Cover and a hand-drawn 360-degree VR animation for the magazine's US Open issue. He also captured the essence of iconic events like the Venice Art Biennale, Olympic Games in London, and the New York City Marathon by sketching them in real-time. As an author, Niemann has penned several books, including Sunday Sketching, Abstract City, and ZOO, a poignant account of his visits to the Berlin zoos during the second lockdown in 2020.

Additionally, he has developed engaging kids' apps called PETTING ZOO and CHOMP in collaboration with Jon Huang. Niemann's inspiring and whimsical approach to art has been featured in a Netflix documentary series called Abstract, where he shares insights into his creative process. With his vast experience and ability to captivate audiences, Christoph Niemann continues to push the boundaries of visual communication and storytelling