flying high | sculpture by ivo meier
open edition | available
flying high: male and female figures, mid size, 30×33×9 cm (2023).
some things only make sense once you let go.
flying high is based on sketches from 2001. the two figures represent a life driven by imagination and creativity rather than physical limitation — the excitement and release that come from a vision and a growth mindset, and the courage it takes to hold onto both. they invite the viewer to explore their own dreams and ambitions, and to reach for something higher.
the flyers began as a small version (10×15×5 cm, 2017) and a mid version (30×33×9 cm, 2023) — produced as an open edition, at an accessible price.
open edition & scalability
as a digitally modeled work, this sculpture isn't bound to one fixed size. it is produced as an open edition and can be precisely scaled for a personal gift or the specific space it will inhabit — from a compact study to a large-format presence.
"flying high is a striking symbol of freedom and lightness. the figure, seemingly weightless in the air, captures the feeling of ease and letting go perfectly. every detail is masterfully shaped and carries a deeper message about the pursuit of inner freedom. this sculpture doesn't just enrich a room — it invites reflection on what it truly means to be free. a work that brings a smile to the viewer's face."
— sandra huoz
work details
- series: part of the figurative art series
- created: small 2017, mid 2023
- edition: open edition
- size: scalable, produced to order (reference sizes: small 10×15×5 cm, mid 30×33×9 cm)
- medium: 3d print
- catalog no.: im-a.2 (male), im-a.13 (female)
- certificate: certificate of authenticity by the artist
part of the figurative art series
where the human form was still the whole subject. figurative art series
about this sculpture
flying high exists as a pair of figures — male and female — each modeled to capture a body released from gravity, mid-flight, without visible support. produced as an open, scalable edition rather than a fixed-size limited run, the work is intentionally accessible: a daily reminder to hold onto imagination and ambition rather than let them settle into the background of everyday life.
the two figures can be acquired individually, in either size, or as a pair.
frequently asked questions
what is the origin of the sculpture flying high?
flying high is based on figurative sketches from 2001. the idea accompanied ivo meier for many years before being realized as one of his first digitally modelled sculptures.
does flying high relate to ivo meier's figurative roots?
yes. ivo meier began as a traditional figurative sculptor working with conventional methods. flying high reflects this foundation and marks the transition from classical sculpting to digital modelling.
is flying high a digital sculpture?
flying high began as one of ivo meier's first digitally modelled works — the design originates on screen, but the finished piece is a physical, 3d-printed sculpture.
can the orientation of the sculpture be changed?
yes. depending on the chosen size, the orientation of flying high can be adjusted, allowing different spatial readings of the form.
is the sculpture available in different sizes?
flying high can be scaled to different sizes; a realization at 60 cm height is currently planned.
how does flying high relate to ivo meier's current geometric work?
although ivo meier now focuses primarily on geometric and abstract sculpture, flying high shows that the human being and our inner world remain central themes throughout his practice.