Born in Munich in 1966, Hito Steyerl has established herself as a significant figure in contemporary art through her multifaceted practice as a filmmaker, writer, and innovator of the essay documentary. Her work often bridges the gap between academic theory and visual storytelling, examining the complex relationship between digital culture and societal structures.

Steyerl’s practice is defined by her exploration of how images circulate in a globalized, technological landscape. She frequently utilizes video installations to critique the impact of surveillance, artificial intelligence, and the digital economy on human identity and contemporary life.

Her work continues to be featured in major international surveys and institutional exhibitions, including her inclusion in the 2026 exhibition New Humans: Memories of the Future at the New Museum in New York, which examines the intersection of technology and human identity.