Each new art season brings fresh perspectives and artistic worlds to explore, while established artists continue to evolve their practice and attract new collectors.
From contemporary bronze sculpture to painting, today’s art scene offers an extraordinary diversity of forms, materials and artistic expressions.
Located in Nice on the French Riviera, Momentum Art Gallery represents French and international contemporary artists with distinctive artistic identities. For the 2026 season, we have selected five artists to discover — or rediscover: Andrea Roggi, Valérie Hadida, Véronique Ziminski, Lis Sam and Sabrina Pirlot.
Five very different artistic worlds, and five unique ways to experience contemporary art.
Andrea Roggi: Contemporary Bronze Sculpture Inspired by Nature, Love and Connection
Among the contemporary sculptors represented by Momentum Art Gallery, Andrea Roggi holds a particularly important place.
We have represented the Italian sculptor for nine years, and in 2026 our collaboration entered a new chapter with the creation of a dedicated Andrea Roggi space within the first section of our contemporary art gallery in Nice.
Andrea Roggi’s bronze sculptures are instantly recognizable. The olive tree plays a central role in his artistic universe, intertwined with human figures, couples and families.
Roots, branches and bodies merge to evoke love, family, connection, legacy and humanity’s relationship with nature.
Despite the strength and permanence of bronze, Roggi’s sculptures convey a remarkable sense of movement and lightness. Some pieces are perfectly suited to contemporary interiors, while his larger and monumental sculptures allow art to become part of a garden, terrace or architectural setting.
This diversity can now be discovered in our dedicated Andrea Roggi space in Nice, where sculptures in a wide range of dimensions are presented.
For collectors looking for an Andrea Roggi sculpture for sale, wishing to enquire about Andrea Roggi sculpture prices, or simply interested in experiencing his work in person, our team can present the works, sizes and editions currently available.
Valérie Hadida: Contemporary Sculpture and the Female Figure
Another artistic world to discover this season is that of Valérie Hadida, a French artist whose works joined Momentum Art Gallery in 2026.
Her sculptures explore themes including femininity, introspection and emotion.
Her female figures appear contemplative, peaceful or dreamlike. A posture, a gaze or a subtle gesture is often enough to suggest a story without ever revealing it entirely.
In her bronze sculptures, the strength of the material contrasts beautifully with the sensitivity of the figures she portrays. This dialogue between strength and delicacy gives her work a particularly distinctive presence.
Since arriving at Momentum Art Gallery, Valérie Hadida’s sculptures have received a wonderful response from visitors and collectors.
Her work may particularly appeal to collectors looking for a contemporary female sculpture, figurative art or a sensitive yet powerful artistic presence for their interior.
Véronique Ziminski: Contemporary Painting in the Light of the French Riviera
From bronze, we move to colour.
With Véronique Ziminski, contemporary painting takes on a distinctly Mediterranean character.
Nice, Provence, lively terraces, colourful markets and the landscapes of Southern France all find their way into her artistic world.
The Promenade des Anglais, Old Nice, Cours Saleya, Cap d’Antibes, Menton and Saint-Paul-de-Vence appear throughout her paintings, transformed through a vibrant and luminous pictorial language.
Rather than simply depicting a place, Véronique Ziminski seeks to capture its atmosphere.
Her contemporary paintings convey light, movement and the unmistakable Mediterranean art of living.
Presented by Momentum Art Gallery in Nice, her works naturally resonate with collectors who feel a connection to the Côte d’Azur and the French Riviera, as well as those looking to bring colour, warmth and light into their interiors.
Lis Sam: Where Nature Meets Optical Illusion
With Lis Sam, contemporary art sits at the intersection of nature, portraiture and optical illusion.
The artist has developed an instantly recognizable visual universe in which flowers and butterflies come together to create faces and silhouettes. These natural elements form striking female portraits that reveal themselves differently depending on the viewer’s distance and angle.
The butterfly plays a central role in his work, evoking ideas of transformation, freedom and rebirth.
Joining Momentum Art Gallery in 2026, Lis Sam brings a distinctive artistic universe to the gallery, combining optical art, portraiture and nature in works that invite the viewer to look twice.
Sabrina Pirlot: Colour and Vitality at the Heart of Contemporary Painting
With Sabrina Pirlot, contemporary painting comes to life through colour, spontaneity and movement.
A self-taught Belgian artist, she has developed a practice that moves between figuration and abstraction, characterized by expressive gestures and a particularly vibrant palette. Nature occupies an important place within her artistic universe.
Her recent work has increasingly explored vibrant and uplifting floral bouquets.
Far removed from the traditional still life, her floral compositions play with texture, movement and intense colour to create luminous, generous and energetic paintings.
Presented at Momentum Art Gallery, Sabrina Pirlot’s paintings bring a joyful and contemporary energy, particularly suited to collectors drawn to contemporary floral paintings, colourful artworks and expressive interiors.
How to Choose a Contemporary Artist for Your Collection
With such diversity in contemporary art, choosing an artwork is, above all, a personal encounter.
Some collectors may be immediately drawn to the symbolism and strength of Andrea Roggi’s bronze sculptures. Others may connect with the sensitivity of Valérie Hadida’s female figures, the Mediterranean light of Véronique Ziminski, the distinctive visual universe of Lis Sam or the vibrant colours of Sabrina Pirlot.
Whether you are buying your first piece of contemporary art or adding to an established collection, the emotional connection you feel towards an artwork is often the best place to start.
The next consideration is the space in which the artwork will live: its dimensions, natural light, surrounding colours, viewing distance and relationship with the architecture.
A contemporary painting can completely transform a wall and the atmosphere of a room, while a sculpture introduces volume and allows the artwork to be experienced from multiple perspectives.
Where to Discover and Buy Contemporary Art in Nice
Nice has long enjoyed a privileged relationship with art and remains an important destination for art lovers and collectors visiting the French Riviera.
For anyone looking to discover or buy contemporary art in Nice, visiting a gallery offers the opportunity to experience artworks at their true scale, appreciate their materials and textures, and learn more about each artist’s practice.
Located on Cours Saleya in the heart of Old Nice, Momentum Art Gallery presents a curated selection of contemporary paintings and sculptures by French and international artists.
Whether you are looking for a bronze sculpture, a contemporary painting, an artwork for your home or garden, or simply want to discover new artists, the new season is an ideal opportunity to explore the latest works presented at the gallery.
Discover Contemporary Art at Momentum Art Gallery in Nice
Andrea Roggi, Valérie Hadida, Véronique Ziminski, Lis Sam and Sabrina Pirlot represent just some of the artistic worlds presented by Momentum Art Gallery.
Our selection continually evolves through new artworks, artists and encounters.
Would you like to know the price, dimensions or availability of an artwork featured in this article?
Discover the works currently available, visit us at Momentum Art Gallery in Nice, or contact our team for further information. We will be delighted to introduce you to our artists and help you find the right artwork for your home, project or collection.
